WWW.FTWAINWRIGHTFMWR.COM | Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation
VOL. 2, ISSUE 1 | NOV. 2010
BEAR N E C E S S I T I E S
USAG: FORT WAINWRIGHT
No U.S. Army endorsement implied.
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Meet and Greet at the Warrior Zone 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER TO ATTEND THE MEET AND GREET.
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Family and MWR * Notice the NEW HOURS of several facilities *
Army Community Service (ACS), Bldg. 3401................................... p 353-4227
M-F 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sat: Sun Closed
Arts and Crafts Center, Bldg. 3727................................................... p 353-7520 M-W Closed
Th-Fri 12 p.m.. to 8:30 p.m.
Sat -Sun 10 am. to 4 p.m.
Automotive Skills Center, Bldg. 3730................................................. p 353-7436 M 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. T-W Closed Sun 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Th-F 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Sat 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area, Bldg. 1172................................. p 353-9131/6795 * M-Th Closed Fri-Sun 12 to 8 p.m. New hours begin November 1. 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. Sat-Sun Closed Child Development Center II (CDC II), Bldg. 4176.......................... p 361-9056
M-F 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sat-Sun Closed
CYSS Parent Central Services, Bldg. 4391....................................... p 361-7713/7359
M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sat-Sun Closed
Fischer Skeet Range, Bldg. 1172 (next to Birch Hill)....................... p 353-7869 * M Closed T-W 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Th-Fr Closed Sat-Sun 12 to 5 p.m. * Available for special shoots. Call 353-7689 or 353-1998 to make arrangements.
Last Frontier Community Activity Center (LFCAC), Bldg. 1044..... p 353-7755
* LFCAC: M-W 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Th 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. F 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sat 1 to 9 p.m. Sun 1 to 6 p.m. * Laser Tag: M-W Closed Th 3 to 7 p.m. F 3 to 8 p.m. Sat 1 to 8 p.m. Sun 1 to 5 p.m. The Donut Shoppe: M-F 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sat: Sun Closed
Library, Bldg. 3700............................................................................... p 353-2642
M Closed
T-F 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sat 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sun Closed
Melaven Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 3452................................... p 353-1994
M-F 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sat 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sun Closed
Melaven Indoor Pool, Bldg. 3452...................................................... p 353-1995
M Closed T-F 6:15 a.m. to 8 a.m., 11 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., 4 to 7:30 p.m. Sat 11:45 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. Sun Closed
NAF Civilian Personnel, Bldg. 1045................................................... p 353-6356
M-F 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Sat-Sun Closed
MB F a c i lE ity R Hours Northern Lights Inn/Army Lodging..................................................... p 353-3800 Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, Bldg. 3702....................................... p 353-2654
* CLOSED for renovation.
Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC), Bldg. 4050.............................. p 361-6349
* M Closed
T-Sat 12:30 to 6 p.m. Sun 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.
Sat-Sun 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
PFC Ice Rink, Bldg. 3709...................................................................... p 353-7223
* See Sports & Fitness page for further details.
Private Organization Advisor, Bldg. 1045 (Murphy Hall) .............353-7740
M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sat-Sun Closed
Seward Military Resort......................................................................... p 907-224-5559/2659 ............................................................................................................. or 800-770-1858
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
School Age Services (SAS), Bldg. 4391............................................ p 361-7394
M-F 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sat-Sun Closed
School Liaison Officers, Bldg. 4391................................................... p 353-9377/9897 Unit Funds, Bldg. 1045 (Murphy Hall)................................................ p 353-7765
M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sat- Sun Closed
Warrior Zone, Bldg. 3205................................................................... p 353-1087
M-Th 4 to 11 p.m.
F-Sat 4 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Sun 1 to 9 p.m.
Youth Center, Bldg. 4109..................................................................... p 361-5437
Middle School Hours: M-Th 1 to 7 p.m. F 1 to 9 p.m. High School Hours: M-Th 1 to 8 p.m. F 1 to 10 p.m.
Sat 12 to 8 p.m. Sat 12 to 9 p.m.
Sun Closed Sun Closed
Youth Sports, Bldg. 4109..................................................................... p 361-7482
M-F 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sat-Sun Closed
HOURS OF OPERATION Tuesday and Wednesday................................. 1830 to 2130 Saturday and Sunday........................................ 1200 to 1500 FEES PER ROUND (25 CLAYS PER ROUND) E1-E4/ GS1-GS5/NF1-NF2/ Youth 17 & Under...... E6-E9/O1-O4/GS6-GS12/NF 3-NF4........................ O5/G 3/NF 5 and Up.................................................... Non-DoD card holders Rates.......................................... Punch Cards, per punch...................................................
$4.50* $5.00* $5.50 $5.50 $4.50
COST PER BOX 20 Gauge Ammo............................................... $9.25 per box 28 Gauge Ammo............................................... $14.25 per box 410 Ammo........................................................... $10.25 per box 12 Gauge estate ammo.................................... $8.25 per box
Fischer Range
Sunday, Nov. 7: Buddy Day- 2 for 1 special all day Saturday, Nov. 13: Food Bank Charity Shoot at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20: Turkey Shoot, begins at 1 p.m. * First time DoD card holder shooters receive the first round at no charge. Available for special occasions and events. For more information regarding Fischer Skeet Range, call 353-7869 or 353-1998.
YOUR WISH HAS BEEN GRANTED... BIRTHDAY PARTY ROOMS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE LAST FRONTIER COMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTER. To make reservations, call 353-7755.
FCAC
Last Frontier COMMUNITY ACTIVITY CENTER
No U.S. Army endorsement implied
The Warrior Zone is open for DoD card holders ages 18 and older. Weekly*
TEXAS HOLD EM TOURNAMENTS starting Friday Nov. 5 at 1900 Saturday, Nov. 27 TEXAS HOLD EM TOURNAMENT *Will continue every Friday until Dec. 17 for finals.
No U.S. Army endorsement implied
For more information, call 353-1087.
BOSS MEETINGS Thursdays, Nov. 4 & 18 1330 at The Warrior Zone AROUND THE WORLD POTLUCK Saturday, Nov. 27 1800 at The Warrior Zone
SADD SOLDIERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING
Weekend Hours: Friday and Saturday 2200 to 0400
Training Holidays Weekend Hours: Friday through Sunday 2200 to 0400
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Don’t drink and drive. Call for a free ride back on post. No U.S. Army endorsement implied
This service provided for any DoD card holder. Brought to you by Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers.
November 5 First Friday Open House “ART BASH” 6:30-7:30pm
November 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. November 6, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. November 18, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. FLOWERSOFT CLASS CUSTOM FRAMING 3D HOLIDAY CARDS $35 Class Fee $25 Class Fee
November 7, 14, & 21 POTTERY WORKSHOP 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. $65 includes all materials Learn the pottery wheel. November 20, 10 a.m. WOODSHOP 101/QUALIFICATION CLASS $20 includes all materials. Participants will receive a certification card at the end of class which is mandatory when working on individual DIY woodshop projects.
November 12, 6 p.m. MAKE & TAKE HOLIDAY GIFT BOX No Class Fee
November 20 LUMINART GLASS STAR ORNAMENT CLASS 1 to 2 p.m. $15 Class Fee
Classes are available for DoD card holders ages 16 and older. For more information, call 353-7520.
School Support Services Welcome to Fort Wainwright School Support Services, connecting families, schools and communities! School Liaison Officers work in partnership with local schools to enhance the education experience for our military youth. Key support services: • school transitions (PCS) • home school information • post-secondary information • Study Strong, SOAR & March2Success
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
Local School Options:
> Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
> Home School programs
> private schools
Visit us at: 4391 Neely Road (Old SAS Building), Room 23 phone: 361-9377 or 361-9897
November 20 at CDC I, Bldg. 4024 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise
Learn how to soothe your fussy baby in five minutes or less. This two hour class is recommended for anyone who has interest in the well being of infants from birth to 3 months of age. Limited free child care available. For more information or to register, call 361-7372.
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Conquering the Terrible Twos:
Never again feel powerless while your toddler screams and screams. Help has arrived! This two hour class will teach you how to calm outbursts (often in seconds), stop 60-90% of tantrums before they happen, and build a loving and respectful relationship with your young child that will last a lifetime. Participants will receive “The Happiest Toddler on the Block� DVD upon completion of the class. Classes will be held at the CDC I Bldg 4024. Dates: 11/10/2010: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 1/12/2011: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 4/16/2011: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Registration for December SKIES classes is now available! Classes are held in the School Age Services, Bldg. 4391 unless otherwise noted. Open to registered children and youth ages 6 months through 18 years of age. For registration information, call 361-7713 or 361-3218.
ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise
Mark your calendars. Parent's Night Out is November 9. Register and pay by November 2. $12 per child 5:45 to 8:45 p.m. Snack provided.
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Parent's Day Out is November 20. Register and pay by November 12. $16 per child 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch provided.
ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise
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 361-7713. No charge for Families of Deployed Soldiers. Made possible by the Army Family Covenant.
AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER For all your auto needs.
• heating/AC service • wheel alignment and tire roation • car wash and vacuum station • towing • tire repairs • jump starts
Bldg. 3730 353-7436
TOW TRUCK SERVICES available 24 hours
590-1716
Stop by the shop and learn how to winterize your car. Thursdays at 6 p.m.
is CLOSED for renovations until further notice.
Join us in collecting canned goods for those less fortunate. Bring your donations to the following locations listed below during business hours and help others this holiday season. The Keystone/Torch Club will deliver your items to the Fairbanks Food Bank throughout the month of November. For more information, call 361-5437. Army Community Service, Bldg. 3401 Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 3709 Last Frontier Community Activity Center, Bldg. 1044 School Age Services, Bldg. 4391 Youth Center, Bldg. 4109
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, 2nd Floor, Aurora Suite 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) 353-7791. Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS Family and MWR Unit Funds Advisor Bldg. 1045, 2nd Floor, Aurora Suite Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 (907) 353-7791
Army Community Service November Classes ACS classes are offered at NO COST, but advance registration is required. Classes may be cancelled if a minimum of 5 participants is not met. For more information or to register, call 353-4227. All classes are taught at ACS Bldg. 3401 unless otherwise noted. Childcare is available at no cost to all participants or for those who perform volunteer service. Please call 361-9065 to register your child.
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ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise
• Personal Financial Training Post Library; 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. • 4 Interview Techiniques; 1:30 p.m. • Levy Brief; 9 to 11 a.m. • Deployment Brief; 6 to 8 p.m. • AFTB Level II; 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day • Job Search Strategies; 10 a.m. • Newcomers Orientation; 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. • Welcome to Winter; 6 to 8 p.m. • SFAC Saving and investing TSP; 8:30 to 10a.m. • Deployment Brief; 1:30 to 4 p.m. • Professional Brief; 2 p.m. • Federal Employment System; 1:30 p.m. • Savings & Investing/TSP; 9:30 to 11 a.m.
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Survivor outreach ServiceS
OUR PURPOSE is to deliver on the Army’s commitment to Families of the Fallen. Survivor Outreach Services connects you with people who can help you find the right support. Survivor Outreach Services provides support services for Active, Reserve and Army National Guard Families.
Support Group: November 10, 6 to 8 p.m. ACS Bldg. 3401
A representative from the American Red Cross will discuss benefits and programs offered. There will also be a presentation on coping with grief.
1-800-000-0000 For more information, call 353-4004.
Survivor Outreach Services is an ARMY FAMILY COVENANT COMMITMENT: Keeping the Promise
Respite Care Program
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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 more information on the program or any activities, call 353-4243.
ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise
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. Domestic Abuse Victims have reporting options available! Call 388-2260/353-4202 to learn more. Sexual Assault Victims have reporting options available! Call 353-7272 24/7 to learn more!
Last Frontier Community Activity Center
November 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. Learn the survival tips that will keep you from losing an appendage. This is an informative briefing for those Soldiers, their Families and new employees who have just moved to Fort Wainwright. Briefing includes: • preparing your vehicle for winter • winter driving techniques • what to carry in your winter kit in the car • proper clothing • caring for your pets in the cold Limited winter survival supplies will be available at NO COST. For more information and to register, please call 353-4227.
A United Way of the Tanana Valley Member Agency
ARMY FAMILY COVENANT: Keeping the Promise
Newcomer’s Orientation November 10 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more information, call 353-4227.
Garrison Newcomers Orientation coordinated by ACS Relocation Program that includes information for Soldiers and Family members new to FWA within 30 to 60 days. Mandatory for Soldiers—Spouses are strongly encouraged to attend.
Youth Services presents:
A Thanksgiving Dinner & Movie Night for parents and youth
November 24 at 2 p.m.
Join us for the annual Thanksgiving Dinner and feature presentation, “Charlie Brown’s Thanksgiving!” Registered CYSS youth will prepare the meal for parents to enjoy. Dinner is held at the Youth Center, Bldg. 4109. Reservations are necessary so please call to RSVP by by November 15. A CYSS PRODUCTION | FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 361-5437.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION, STOP BY THE ACS BLDG. 3401 SANTIAGO AVE. CALL 353-1977 OR 353-4227.
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The Northern Lights Inn features 90 non-smoking guest rooms that include kitchenettes, high speed Internet Access, queen size beds, and residential style private baths. Family suites are complete with a separate bedroom, living area, and a sleeper sofa. A limited number of pet friendly rooms are available. Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast seven days a week along with our 24 hour business center. Make reservations as soon as you know your date of arrival/departure. Space is extremely limited and we want to help you find the best accommodations to meet your needs. Unofficial travelers may enjoy the comforts of the Northern Lights Inn on a Space Available basis by calling seven days in advance. Reservations can be made by calling the Northern Lights Inn 24 hours a day at 907-353-3800.
Family and MWR gladly presents its new Calendar Wiz. A quick and easy way to see all of Family and MWR events in calendar form. Check it out at the link below:
www.calendarwiz.com/ftwainwrightfmwr
melaven pool
swimming lessons
Parent-Tot:
Saturdays, Nov. 6 - Dec. 11 |12 to 12:30 p.m. Minimum age requirement is 6 months. Adult must be in the water with their child during lessons; one child per one adult. Fee: $20.00. Limited to 6 students.
Level I-II:
(Session 1) Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. & Saturdays 1 p.m.| Nov. 10 – Dec. 4 (Session 2) Thursdays 5:30 p.m. & Saturdays 1 p.m. | Nov. 11 – Dec. 9 No minimum age requirement, child must be able to stand in 3.5 feet and be independent enough to follow instructions with 5 other children from one instructor. Fee: $25.00. Limited to 6 students.
Level II-III:
Saturdays 12 p.m. |Oct. 30 – Dec. 18 No minimum age requirement. Student needs to be able to float & glide on both front and back with 5 other students and an instructor. Fee: $25.00. Limited to 6 students.
Adult Beginner:
Saturdays 2 p.m. |Oct. 30 – Dec. 18 Minimum age requirement is 16 years. Fee: $25.00. Limited to 8 students. Registration ends November 6 at Melaven Gym. For more information, call 353-1995.
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2--Hour Turkey Burn
For more information, call 353-7274.
VETERAN’S HOLIDAY MEN’S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT NOV. 11-14 • 6:30 P.M.
Limited to the first 12 teams that turn in an entry form. Please see entry form or rules and eligibility. ENTRY DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 5 For more information contact the Intramural Director @ 353-7294.
MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS AT 6 P.M. SATURDAYS AT 1 P.M.
ZUMBA, one hour session, is based on Latin dance moves. A lively alternative to other normal exercise classes. Classes are $7 each or you may purchase a 10 punch class card for $70 and receive the 11th class at no cost.
GROUP CYCLING TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS AT 6:30 A.M.* AND 12 P.M. Active
duty Soldiers have priority, no cost, but must be in P.T. Uniform *(applies to the 0630 class only)
FITNESS CLASSES @ MELAVEN GYM
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SATURDAYS AT 10 A.M. MON,WED, & FRI :::: 9:15 to 10:15 & 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. TUES & THU :::: 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.
SIGN UP AT THE PFC FRONT DESK AT 353-7274.
Outdoor Recreation Center Sign up in advance for all ORC programs, as it gives us the ability to better prepare for you! SNOW MACHINE SAFETY COURSE | Nov. 13 & 20 | 9 a.m.| ORC Price: $10 per person | Age: 18+ This course was created to promote snow machine Safety and responsibility while out on the trail. Class begins at 9 a.m. with an informative class followed by a hands-on practical on the operation of the machine. Participants will be issued a Snow machine Safety Card at the conclusion of the course. This course is required to rent snow machines from the Outdoor Recreation Center.
GEOCACHING IN FAIRBANKS | Nov. 6 | 1 p.m.| ORC Price: At No Cost | Age: 7+ (Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult) Now that you know the basics, it is time to go out into the local community and search for some hidden caches. This is a great way to see how geocaching really works. Geocaching is for everyone and makes a great family activity!
STILES CREEK SNOW MACHINE | Nov. 27 | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. | ORC Price: $75 per snow machine driver, $10 for additional passenger (Only 1 passenger allowed per driver) Age: Drivers must be 18+ The ORC Staff will be making a Snow machine run to Stiles Creek in the Chena River State Recreation Area. We will provide transportation, snow machine and helmet. You bring your lunch, snacks, drinks and cold weather clothing. If the temperature drops below -10 degrees we will postpone to a warmer date. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!! Outdoor Recreation is seeking volunteer instructors for our outdoor programs. This includes our boating, hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, X/C ski, fishing, tours, ATV and snow machine trips. All who are interested please call 361-4089 or 361-2652 for further information.
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NOV. 5-- IT’S CHEMISTRY WEEK AT THE LIBRARY! Come and watch the excitement on little faces as we put together volcanoes and make them “explode!”
NOV. 12-- IT’S WORLD KINDNESS DAY!
imagination Stor y Hour & CRAFTS Every Friday at 1545
Today we’ll read about friendship and kindness and then we’ll make our own puppy friends.
NOV. 19-- Come read stories and make games to celebrate NATIONAL PUZZLE WEEK! What Fun!!!
For more information, call 353-2642.
NOV. 26-- HAPPY BIRTHDAY, WALT DISNEY!!! We’ll read about this
wonderful artist and make Mickey Mouse masks!
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Gather your recipes and get ready for The COOKIE CONTEST!!!!! Bring in your favorite recipe to enter the Post Library’s Cookie Contest! Your recipe will be added to the much-anticipated Fort Wainwright’s Post Library Cookbook (coming soon) and be eligible for prizes. December 4th will be the Day of Judgement for all cookie enthusiasts as secret sophisticated palettes will taste all the morsels of goodness and announce the winners. Come join the fun! This activity is open to all ages and free of charge.
Veterans Day FAMILY AND MWR CLOSURES N OV E M B E R 1 1 & 1 2 Thursday, Nov. 11
Friday, Nov. 12
Army Community Services
CLOSED
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Arts & Crafts Center
CLOSED
12 to 8:30 p.m.
Automotive Skills Center
CLOSED
11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area
CLOSED
12 to 8 p.m.
Chena Bend Golf Course
CLOSED
CLOSED
Child,Youth and School Services
CLOSED
*regular hours
Fischer Skeet Range
CLOSED
CLOSED
Last Frontier Community Activity Center
CLOSED
1 to 9 p.m.
Melaven PFC
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Melaven Pool
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
NAF Civilian Personnel
CLOSED
7:30 to 11:30 a.m. 12 to 4:30 p.m.
Nugget Lanes Bowling Center
CLOSED
CLOSED
Outdoor Recreation Center
CLOSED
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Physical Fitness Center
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
PFC Ice Skating (Open Skating Hours ONLY)
1:30 to 4 p.m.
Library
CLOSED
8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 1:30 to 4 p.m. 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Warrior Zone
4 to 11 p.m.
4 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Youth Center (Middle Schoolers)
CLOSED
12 to 8 p.m.
Youth Center (High Schoolers)
CLOSED
12 to 9 p.m.
Veterans Day is an annual American holiday honoring its military veterans. Both a federal holiday and a state holiday (in all 50 states), it is usually observed on November 11.
Thanksgiving Day FAMILY AND MWR CLOSURES N OV E M B E R 2 5 & 2 6 Thursday, Nov. 25
Friday, Nov. 26
Army Community Services
CLOSED
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Arts & Crafts Center
CLOSED
12 to 8:30 p.m.
Automotive Skills Center
CLOSED
11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area
CLOSED
12 to 8 p.m.
Chena Bend Golf Course
CLOSED
CLOSED
Child,Youth and School Services
CLOSED
*regular hours
Fischer Skeet Range
CLOSED
CLOSED
Last Frontier Community Activity Center
CLOSED.
1 to 9 p.m.
Melaven PFC
CLOSED
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Melaven Pool
CLOSED
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
NAF Civilian Personnel
CLOSED
7:30 to 11:30 a.m. 12 to 4:30 p.m.
Nugget Lanes Bowling Center
CLOSED
CLOSED
Outdoor Recreation Center
CLOSED
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Physical Fitness Center
CLOSED
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
PFC Ice Skating (Open Skating Hours ONLY)
CLOSED
1:30 to 4 p.m. 5:30 to 7:45 p.m.
Library
CLOSED
10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Warrior Zone
CLOSED
4 to 11 p.m.
Youth Center (Middle Schoolers)
CLOSED
12 to 8 p.m.
Youth Center (High Schoolers)
CLOSED
12 to 9 p.m.
The first Thanksgiving took place in December 1621, when the Pilgrims held a three-day feast in Plymouth Rock, Massachusetts to celebrate their bountiful harvest.
FORT WAINWRIGHT Holiday Party & Tree Lightning
Dec. 10, 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Physical Fitness Center
BEAR
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