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editor’snotes Molly Swift, Editor
This month is recognized as a marker for many who seek transformation in some way. January brings a sense of opportunity, renewed enthusiasm for goals, and determination to succeed. On page 4, you will learn about imminent changes for the FYI Magazine. We have grown enormously over the past decade, from a small publication painstakingly printed and collated in-house, to the feature-driven, full-size monthly you are reading today. And – as you know – that’s not all; you can also find us at the FYI+, www.fortgordonfyi.com. We are proud to be part of the progress enjoyed by Fort Gordon’s Family and MWR and to be part of this community; documenting truly special moments and truly amazing people, both in print and online. Our evolution is a reflection of how we are delivering our information, and how happily you are receiving it! FYI+ is a thriving, interactive webzine with visitors now numbering in the thousands – thank you! If you are entering a new phase in life, let me assure you Family and MWR has your back! In this issue, you will find tips on how to get ahead on your personal goals; whether you are looking for educational opportunities, or the chance to shed some pounds, Family and MWR can provide you with the support you need to face the New Year.
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Speaking of which... As we enter 2014, I would like to personally thank each of you for your support over the years. This is my last issue as editor at Fort Gordon. It is difficult to imagine life without Family and MWR Marketing, the FYI, and all the people I have had the sheer honor and pleasure of working with over the past seven years. Thank you to everyone who has welcomed me as part of the Fort Gordon community, to my coworkers, and to those who have become some of my closest friends – I will miss you terribly! Lastly, thank you to all of you who have inspired me with your stories of service – military and civilian. I am humbled by your examples of honor, commitment and friendship; your lessons on how to live a loving and valiant life have become a part of my own journey, and it’s been my pleasure to share them through the FYI. All the best, Fort Gordon – here’s to a bright future ahead and good times with the ones we love! Take care,
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The Fort Gordon FYI is a publication produced by the Marketing Office of the Fort Gordon Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation. The appearance of sponsorship and/or advertising does not imply an endorsement by the U.S. Army.
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Command
MG LaWarren V. Patterson Commanding General COL Samuel G. Anderson Garrison Commander
DFMWR Administration
James T. Green Director, DFMWR Tiffany Olds Chief, NAF Support Services Heather Addis Marketing Director
Around Town Calendar Planning Your Career Bite-Sized Fitness From the Bookshelf 90 Days to Get Fit
Army Community Services (ACS) Child, Youth & School Services (CYSS)
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Aladdin Travel BOSS Gordon Lanes Bowling Center Get Outdoors Gordon Outdoor Recreation Hilltop Riding Stable Gordon Lakes Golf Club The Fort Gordon Dinner Theatre Woodworth Consolidated Library Pointes West Army Resort
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Molly Swift Editor Nathan Hoeller Creative Director Bartley Harper Senior Graphic Designer/Webmaster Jenifer Immer Graphic Designer Crystal Tyson Staff Writer
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from the Cover It’s the New Year; we have fresh opportunities to shine, chances to take and challenges to overcome. The January cover reflects the constant march of time – a dynamic evolution propelling us forward into our fate. We hope you grab all upcoming opportunities with both hands! No matter what the coming 12 months hold, we wish you success, courage and prosperity. A fort gordon fAmily And mWr publicAtion
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT It’s a new year; a time to focus on the future, make resolutions and set goals. Family and MWR is looking forward to the future and making some big changes you should be aware of. Most notably, we will no longer be printing the FYI magazine on a monthly basis.
This will be the final monthly issue of the FYI Magazine. But don’t worry, we will continue to produce a quarterly version of the magazine. Its purpose will be to inform new Fort Gordon residents of all the ways they can connect with us. This quarterly magazine will also be a handy directory to keep when it’s not convenient to connect with us online.
The FYI Magazine may be changing, but the content we provide will still continue stronger than ever.
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The Clubhou.se is “an innovation cooperative that offers training, office space, meeting space, tools, and fellowship with others interested in technology, new media, and innovation based business.” Join fellow innovators for a free Hackathon – work alone or join others as part of a team and create something over the course of four hours. For more information, go to the website: http://theclubhou.se/.
The Clubhou.se | 816 Broad Street | Downtown Augusta GA
Tim O’Brien with special guest, Darrell Scott The Morris Museum of Art’s Budweiser True Music Southern Soul & Song is changing its tune a bit this year. This year, the series is introducing many who have never performed at Southern Soul & Song before, among them Grammy Award-winning Americana musician Rodney Crowell, legendary Americana singer-songwriter Darrell Scott, elder statesman of the Texas music scene Ray Wylie Hubbard, and the twenty-two-year-old songstress Sierra Hull, who has been nominated for five Grammy Awards.
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Imperial Theatre | Broad Street | Downtown Augusta GA
Poetry Matters! Poetry Workshop
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Open to all middle school and high school students, this workshop is open to the public – come discover more about poetry! The workshop is presented by the “Poetry Matters Project,” an organization focused on showcasing emerging poets both locally and globally, with a growing focus on the talented poets in the CSRA. For more information about the program, go to http:// poetrymatterscelebration.com/.
Columbia County Library | Evans Town Center Blvd. | Evans GA
Jacobs Concert Series: The Olmsted Ensemble The Olmsted Ensemble takes its inspiration and name from Frederic Law Olmsted, the great landscape architect (creator of Boston’s Emerald Necklace and New York’s Central Park), whose work was visionary and forward-looking, while honoring and extending traditions of the past. Following this philosophy, they perform European and American chamber music from the 18th to 21st century, from beloved masterworks to rarely-heard gems. For more details, contact the Harry Jacobs Chamber Music Society at 706-790-9274.
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GRU Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre | 2500 Walton Way | Augusta GA
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planningyour career The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Tools for Professional Growth or Solution for a Transitional Lifestyle Kim Hussey, Owner, Plan4Success, LLC
Although I was a military wife for only 11 years, I moved 7 times. As a military spouse, you can anticipate numerous breaks in your career. Over the years, I have met a number of individuals, some with advanced degrees, who gave up their own livelihoods and financial stability to follow their spouses. Military family members can spend months, even years, seeking employment after a move, only to have to repeat their struggle with the next PCS. To remedy this problem, one has to research the options. One employment option I’ve discussed in the past is training for a highly transferable career field, such as certified nurse aide training as a first step to becoming a registered nurse, an excellent career path for the military spouse. In this article we will explore steps to starting your own small business. I had a neighbor from Europe who had a dream. She was interested in starting a company to produce a product she had used in Belgium, which was not readily available in the United States. Being the good friend that I am, (although I thought she was absolutely nuts because of the potential start-up costs related to the product), I accompanied her to the Small Business Development Center in Augusta for a consultation. While her dream never materialized, years later I returned to the SBDC with a dream of my own. I learned that The Georgia Small Business Development Center is funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration and the University of Georgia. The centers, located
across the state, provide free consulting and low cost training to those interested in starting a business. The first class I attended was “Starting Your Own Business.” This three-hour core class will be offered again in Augusta on January 16, 2014, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the cost of $69. (Service Disabled Veterans may attend for free, but must pre-register.) Pre-registration and payment is required by 5 p.m. Tuesday, January 14. Over the years, I also learned how to write a detailed business plan, market products and services, price products and services, and even attended training specifically created for military veterans. One of my favorite training opportunities was a full day class called, “Hyper Grow Your Business.” Although it was later offered in Augusta, I drove to Atlanta to attend this excellent training program, developed and presented by a college professor. I met people who were close to earning their first million and others like me, who were working regular jobs but thinking in terms of possibilities. It was a great place to meet like-minded folks and hear their stories. And I learned, early on, as a professional student I had found the perfect training venue – classes with no homework, per se. The homework was taking action and life experience. Years later, after I started my business, Plan4Success, LLC, I had an epiphany. I realized that the SBDC training programs were
the perfect tool for professional development and were a great tool to enhance the resumes of those seeking employment. I recognized that during the interview, it could be brought to the attention of the employer that time during unemployment was not wasted. The time was utilized for self-improvement, learning valuable skills for the marketplace. I know a number of successful small business owners who do not have business degrees and have never attended training. Some people have a natural aptitude for business. For those who don’t, go online at www.georgiasbdc.org and discover both local and long distance training opportunities and online classes, among other resources. Augusta’s University of Georgia Small Business Development Center is located at Enterprise Mills at 1450 Greene Street, Suite 3500, Augusta. The phone number is 706-721-4545. I can’t say enough about Susan Caldwell, Director of the Augusta Center. Susan has a B.S. in Marketing from the University of Pennsylvania and a M.B.A. from the University of Georgia. Her service ethic is outstanding. She is knowledgeable of all phases of business, especially marketing. After a detailed business plan in created, Susan meets with potential (or current) business owners to offer her expertise and potential solutions to a variety of business problems, And keep in mind, each state offers consulting and small business development classes. Several months ago, I attended three eBay classes, (9.5 hours), in North Carolina – basic, advanced and starting a store. The trainer was outstanding. He had recently won an award as instructor of the year for eBay. I am really excited about testing out the waters on eBay – which I would have never done without the training. Whether you attend SBDC classes to explore the possibility of starting your own small business or you take the classes to upgrade your overall business knowledge and skills and to make yourself more marketable, the SBDC remains a bargain for those in search of professional development and small business start-up skills and opportunities.
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Dynamic Movements Not only has the Military changed, but so has fitness. One of these changes is the shift from static stretching to dynamic movements. In the past static stretching had been used prior to most workouts. This has changed as most people have stopped performing static stretching as part of a pre-workout. Understand this. I am not saying static stretching is bad, but there is a time and place for it. The place is at the end of a workout or on recovery days. Most people in the sports and fitness field feel static stretching should not be used prior to working out or performing athletic events as it hasn’t proven to increase performance nor proven to decrease athletic injuries, much to most people’s disbelief. We must still warm-up, but warming up and stretching are two different things. Warming up prepares the body both physically and neurologically. Dynamic movements increase blood flow, increase core temperature, mimic everyday movements, increase athletic performance, increase recovery, recruit fasttwitch muscle fibers and stimulate your central nervous system, to name a few. Dynamic movements for lack of a scientific definition are activities that involve multiple
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muscles/joints and incorporate everyday activities. It is also sometimes called ‘functional training.’ In fact, these movements have shown to improve fitness performance by up to 30 percent. According to a service member by the name of Simmons, “my power has increased, my endurance soars and I perform the movements with a smoother, more fluid motion.” Specific dynamic movements include soldier marches, A-Skips, B-Skips, ‘froggies’ and the scorpion, to name a few. By not performing dynamic movements, your program isn’t properly warming up your body to prepare for exercise, which ultimately increases the chance of injury. Personally, I have used forms of dynamic movements for approximately 20 years and have completely focused on dynamic movements the last few years. As a result I have better workouts and my flexibility has increased substantially. In addition, my recovery time has been much quicker as well. With today’s demanding schedules service members face, we must have more effective exercise programs that allow personnel the most efficient workout, preserves safety and provides a quick recovery period. “I love the
scorpion. It’s my favorite,” said Senior Chief Information Systems Technician (SW/AW) Amanda Alston. “Normally, when I workout in the morning I have pain and stiffness, but after the movements I feel stretched, [with] no pain and ready to exercise,” added Alston. Various research has also shown that static stretching increases the chances of dislocating joints because it creates an overstretched feeling in the muscle, which allows the muscle to become too relaxed and produces too large of a range of motion. It also typically causes fatigue and lethargic physical activity. This change has also been endorsed by other credible sources, such as the National Strength and Conditioning Organization as well as most strength and conditioning coaches in the field of sports medicine. We must focus on dynamic movements if we want to prepare for every situation whether it is land, air or sea based. It’s time to take our Sailors to a new level as they deserve the best technologies, fitness equipment and training techniques. And by the sound of the responses of the crew dynamic movements are gaining more popularity and are here to stay!
31 January 2014 | 9 a.m. | Alexander Hall Recognizing the Soldiers, Noncommissioned Officers, Civilians, Instructors, Volunteers, Firefighters, Police and Department of the Army Security Guards. POC: Mr. Derrick Postell, 706-791-3515
fromthe bookshelf Yadira Payne, Acting Director, Woodworth Consolidated Library
Movies/TV: Now You See Me Actors: Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Morgan Freeman, Mark Ruffalo, Michael Cain, and Dave Franco Director: Louis Leterrier Year: 2013 Rating: PG-13 Is it just me or was 2013 like a 365-day-long Friday the 13th nightmare? I want to wish it well as I wave to it in my rear-view mirror. Let me stop before I end up writing a country song. Good news was fleeting and at times felt like an illusion. With this thought in mind, I have chosen a feel good, action packed, revenge plot, bank robbery film sprinkled with amazing prestidigitations. In Now You See Me an elite FBI squad is in a game of cat and mouse against The Four Horsemen, a team of the world’s greatest illusionists. The Four Horsemen pull off a series of daring heists against corrupt business leaders during their performances, showering the stolen profits on their audiences while staying one step ahead of the law.
The visual effects were fun and inspiring. The story was well written and had an ending that I did not see coming. There was an interesting mix of casting that I totally appreciated. [Oops, my inner Valley Girl is, like, showing.] The Four Horsemen were: Zombieland’s Jesse Eisenberg and Woody Harrelson; Isla Fisher of Confessions of a Shopaholic; and 21 Jump Street’s Dave Franco. They even had the Hulk, Mark Ruffalo, as the FBI agent chasing them! Still not convinced? Did you know that the director Louis Leterrier also did the Transporter movies and Clash of the Titans? Having watched Now You See Me eight times since its DVD release on Labor Day may make me a bit biased but it is worth a peek. Let me know what you think.
Book: Yogalosophy: 28 days to the ultimate mind-body makeover Author: Mandy Ingber, 2013 ISBN: 9781580054454 So it is the beginning of the year. Have you made those New Year’s Resolutions that you fully intend to keep? Me too. So why not get off to a great start by learning the philosophy behind syncing your mind and body through yoga? This book includes recipes. It is also from beginner to expert friendly.
Chapters include topics such as nurturing yourself, staying positive, breathing, and creating healthy habits. Whether or not you follow yoga, these are always useful tools to have in your toolkit of life. There are many other books on yoga at the library – this is but one that I have chosen to spotlight. I hope it helps.
Books, movies, CDs and more are available for free check-out to Service Members & DOD Civilians at Woodworth Consolidated Library, 549 Rice Road, Building 33500, Fort Gordon, GA 30905 | For more information, call: (706) 791-7323 or visit our website at www.gordon.army.mil/library
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Last year the Family & MWR Marketing Team had an online competition called Rejuvenate: 31 Days to Get Fit open to the Military Community. The competition, held on Facebook, asked for participants to post a picture of themselves getting fit – either in a conventional, or in a more creative way. The person with the most “likes” per week won a prize.
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details: Not only are we increasing the number of days of fitness to 90, but we are providing a fun way to train for sporting events, such as the upcoming Dare to Tri: Sprint Triathlon which will take place March 29th. 90 Days to Get Fit offers accountability and creative tips to build upon your resolutions and maintain a healthy lifestyle. 90 Days to Get Fit invites our military community to participate by posting pictures or videos of themselves working out, eating healthy, or sharing personal wellness tips on our social media pages to win a weekly prize. Just like last year, the post that receives the most “likes” will win a prize at the end of the week. (Hint: coming up with unique material always helps!) But this year, not only will we be getting fit on Facebook, you can increase your chances of winning by posting on Instagram and Twitter as well! Prizes are only available to authorized users*, but everyone is welcome to join in on the fun. The Grand Prize awarded at the end of this 90-day event will be a $400 Gift Card to Dick’s Sporting Goods! For more information, contact our program manager, Crystal Tyson, at 706-791-6779 or by email at crystal.l.tyson.naf@mail.mil *Authorized Users are Service Members, Dependents, Retirees, DoD Contractors & DoD Civilians.
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Get Fit with Family & MWR Molly Swift, Editor
It’s the New Year; we examined our lifestyles and now we’re facing some serious resolutions. Ugh. Actually, it’s not all bad. New habits might require some extra effort on your part, but there is plenty on Fort Gordon to help you stay the course. From taking advantage of swimming and massage facilities, to personal development through education; Family and MWR will help you to not only meet your goals, but feel great while you’re winning in 2014!
Getting your Toes Wet The Fort Gordon Aquatics team is hard at work transforming the way you experience swimming! Not only are private and group swimming lessons available at the Indoor Pool, but so are classes for babies and toddlers and Family Fun Nights – open swimming every Friday night from 4 p.m-close. During the sweltering summer months, catch a movie while floating in the Outdoor Pool, or cool off at the Spray Park. The Aquatics division is all about safety, affordability and accessibility – regularly scheduled programs are available during weekdays and don’t cost an arm and a leg! For instance, individual private lessons are $10 for a half hour session, or individuals can pair up with someone of a similar ability for joint instruction which only costs $15 for a half hour session! Active Duty don’t need to worry about cost at all – all instruction for Active Duty is provided free of charge! For all upcoming events, lessons and more, call the Indoor Pool at 706-791-3034, or check out the web page at http://fortgordon.com/sports_and_recreation/aquatics.php.
Beat the Tension A holistic approach to your health includes being kind to your muscles – new exercises got you in knots? Wrenched something you haven’t used in a while? Massage in the United States has enjoyed a revival as a holistic therapy for a few decades, even though the practice of manipulating muscle and soft tissue has actually been around for a much longer time – many sources suggest references to the “art” of massage date back thousands of years, in fact. Still, it is widely accepted as providing multiple health benefits, to include pain relief, rehabilitate sports injuries, reduce stress, increase relaxation, address anxiety and depression, and aid general wellness. We’ve got you covered at Gordon’s Fitness on Barnes Avenue. Therapeutic on many levels, massages at Gordon’s Fitness are delivered by trained professionals and start at $45 per hour. The very capable and seriously lovely Nancy Schneider, LMT, NCTMB, runs the clinic and she is joined at the clinic by Michelle Burt and Stacy Mock – also trained therapists – to meet the demands of the installation. Massage is a great recovery tool for Wounded Warriors and service members who experience symptoms of PTSD, anxiety and numerous stress disorders. The therapy provided by massage extends beyond the immediate benefits of relaxing muscles in distress; it can be a way of releasing tension, both physically and mentally. In fact, Nancy often finds her patients look forward to their sessions as much for the opportunity to off-load as to be relieved of muscular pain. So book your session today and help yourself stay free of pain, anxiety and tension. Call Nancy at 803270-8836.
Acquiring Knowledge “Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” Family and MWR invites you to ignite the passion for knowledge with any number of classes and workshops. Often provided at no cost, instruction is available through various MWR facilities and programs. Army and Community Service offers a wide range of classes for both individuals and units on items such as financial readiness which covers budgeting basics, car buying, basic investments, and use of credit. Special classes on consumer topics such as identity theft, predatory lending, and frauds/scams are also available. Family Advocacy offers a New Parent Support Program that includes parent education classes, and Army Family Team Building (AFTB) provides personal and Family preparedness. Other educational opportunities can be found at the Woodworth Consolidated Library where reference classes are offered on a monthly basis; learn how to download Ebooks, or research your heritage online through HeritageQuest – the staff at Woodworth are happy to help during these regularly scheduled classes! www.fortgordonfyi.com | 13
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Get on Top of Your Job Search Melissa Smith, Personal Financial Readiness Specialist
Searching for a new job is hard work. In fact, it can be the toughest job you’ll ever have. The key to job search success is to treat the entire process like a business; think of yourself as being in the job-hunting business. Search for the right job – Use job search engines to find jobs related to your skills by using keywords that match your interests and location where you want to work. Narrowing your search criteria will save time and allow you to avoid non-relevant jobs. Network – Networking is one effective way of finding employment. Connect with everyone you know. Join LinkedIn groups so you have access to job listings. Attend job hiring events. Most of the events are staffed by the actual Human Resource Manager. Customize your Resume and Cover Letter – Take the time to write a targeted resume which will link your skills with the knowledge, skills, and abilities with the job you are applying for. Highlight accomplishments, education and training. How Technically Literate are You? – What are your basic computer skills? Particularly, what are your word processing, spreadsheets, database and
office administrative skills? If you need to brush up, look at what classes your local library, or community college may offer. Look for free training commonly offered on software, such as Microsoft Office. Interpersonal Skills – Most businesses have a teamwork approach. How well do you work with others? What projects and/or tasks have you completed in a team environment? Have you had any conflict with others in the workplace? Dependability – Managers are looking for candidates they can trust and rely on, and individuals who can work independently with little supervision. Do you get to work on time? How effective are your time management skills? Ace the Job Interview – Take the time to prepare and research the company before you go to the interview. Be positive, energetic, dress professionally and display confidence. Don’t be afraid to tell the employer how well you feel your skills will fit their company. Also, it is a good idea to practice answering interview questions. Interview Follow Up – Send a thank you note to everyone you interviewed with. Ask when the job is expected to be filled. For more information, call Melissa Smith, Employment Readiness Program Manager at 706-791-7878/0795.
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Child, Youth & School Services Bldg. 28320, Lane Ave. | 706-791-4455/4722 For registration information call Parent Central Services: 706-791-5127
Child Development Centers The CDC East (Bldg. 290) & CDC West (Bldg. 18407) programs enhance the development of children socially, emotionally, intellectually, creatively and physically. The staff develop an atmosphere in which program assistants and children work together to make the children’s time away from home happier and more secure. • For children ages 6 weeks to 5 years • Professionally trained staff • Developmentally appropriate activities • Rooms equipped with state-of-the-art early childhood equipment • Daily served IAW USDA guidelines breakfasts, lunches, and snacks Hourly Care Program All CDC’s offer an Hourly Care Program for children ages six weeks to five years MondayFriday from 5:15 a.m.-6 p.m. at both the CDC East & CDC West. • Parents can use twenty-four hours per week, with a minimum 2 hour charge. • Reservations can be made to two weeks in advance and some drop in appointments are available. • Hourly Care Reservations can be made at each center location or online two weeks in advance of current date at https://webtrac. mwr.army.mil For program information contact Tasha Martin, Facility Director at 706-791-8707. For
registration information contact Parent Central Services at 706-791-4722. Fort Gordon Family Child Care: What is Army FCC Online? Army FCC online is a “state of the art” information and research tool for parents considering using Family Child Care as their child care option. FCC Providers are dedicated to delivering high quality, emotionally secure and educational child care to children of all ages. FCC online presents a “virtual tour” of an FCC home through pictures and text, addressing the things parents really want to know. It helps make all characteristics of FCC visible, so FCC is not “behind closed doors”. For more information please call Angela Davis, FCC Director at 706-791-4440 or visit our FCC office at building 28320 Lane Avenue. For registration information contact Parent Central Services at 706-791-4722. Strong Beginnings at the CDC East The Army Strong Beginnings Pre-K is a program designed to prepare children to be successful to enter school. Curriculum focuses on the social, emotional, and physical development of children; equips them with basic academics and “Kindergarten Classroom Etiquette” skills to enhance “school readiness.” Children who will be entering Kindergarten the following fall (4 years old prior to 1 Sep) are eligible to attend Strong Beginnings Pre-K.
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CONFERENCE & CATERING SERVICES
Gordon’s Conference & Catering Bldg. 18402, 19th St. | 706-791-6780 After Duty Hours: 706-339-0827
NOW OFFERING
New to Fort Gordon? Gordon’s Conference and Catering offers a one-stop venue for all your catering and dining needs: • Gordon’s Café – Home to the best home-style lunch buffet • Conference and meeting rooms • Party rooms for all sizes of gatherings • Catering and hosting services
Celebrate All Your Milestones: Catering Made Easy Are you planning a celebration? We provide all the elements necessary for a successful event; seasonal menus, themed décor, and friendly, ontime service.
Lunch is a Treat! Lunch hours: Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. We provide busy professionals with a wide variety of home-cooked meals, a massive salad selection, soup and chili bar and the most delicious desserts on post! Blue Plate Specials are available Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Host your special event during lunch and we’ll provide the room for free! Reservations: 706-791-6780 See our ad on page 27 for more details. Fast service and food you love!
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Join the Ten Star Card Program for Lunch After 10 stamps, your next lunch visit is free. Available from the register. (Minimum $7 purchase required.)
Gordon’s Conference and Catering has got you covered! Take advantage of our experience and resources – we insure seamless planning, flawless execution and a successful event. Our catering service is available off post too! A Reason to Celebrate • The Company Dinner • Graduations • Christenings • Theme Parties • Home for Holidays
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Engagement Parties Rehearsal Dinners Birthdays Family Reunions Showers
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Aladdin Travel Bldg. 36200, 36th St. | 706-771-0089 | Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for tickets to Local Attractions, Theme Parks and Holiday Destinations! BLUE MAN GROUP - Now More Wow! Blue Man Group has taken their indescribable live celebration of art, technology, and music to a whole new level. Forget what you know – that was then, this is WOW! Military Discount Ticket Prices: Adult: $44 | Child (3-12): $29
Disney Military Salute Promotion Promotion has been extended to September 2014! South Carolina Aquarium We now sell South Carolina aquarium tickets in Charleston. Call or come in for prices.
Ober Gatlinburg Tennessee February 14-16, 2014 Pre-Registration Required Prices Starting At: $215.00 per person Bldg. 25429, 28th St. | 706-791-3025 Wed.-Fri., 3-8 p.m. | Sat., 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | Sun., Noon-9 p.m. (Closed Mon. & Tue.)
Upcoming events: Get Involved! BOSS is for Active, Guard and Reserve Single Soldiers, Single Parents and the Geographically Dispersed of all branches of the service, and includes Foreign Service Members. Day Room Come and enjoy a relaxed environment at the BOSS Day Room, located at the BOSS Headquarters – hours are listed above. FREE: Wi-Fi | Direct TV | Billiards | Darts | Ping Pong | Foosball
Go to the online calendar for a full list of events: www.fortgordon.com/boss/calendar.php
Sign-Up Deadline: January 16, 2014 A 50% non-refundable deposit due by January 16. Balance due by February 3. 706-791-2556 Recreation Division Office (44401 44th Street) Equipment: See fortgordon. com for package deals!
To register, call: 706-791-2556 -or-
706-791-2132
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Gordon Lanes Bowling Center Bldg. 33200, 3rd Ave. | 706-791-3446 Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Fri., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. | Sun., 1-9 p.m. This Month at Gordon Lanes: • Family Day Every Sunday, 1-10 p.m. Two games and shoe rental for only $6 per person. OR three games and shoe rental for $8 per person. Let’s go bowling! • Martin Luther King Jr. Day 3-10 p.m. Xtreme Cosmic Bowling for only $1.50 per game and $1.50 shoe rental per person. • Monday Madness Every Monday in January, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. $1.50 per game and $1.50 shoe rental per person. • Xtreme Cosmic Bowling Fridays 10 p.m.-12 a.m. and Saturdays 7 p.m.-12 a.m. Awesome fun!
• Bowlopolis Birthday Parties We will cater your child’s party! You bring the kids and the cake and let US take care of the rest! Call for more information!
24-Number Bingo Great entertainment! Win up to $4,000!
• Wild Wednesdays 1-6 p.m. and 8-10 p.m. $1.50 per game and $1.50 shoe rental.
A few Items we offer: Salads, Wings, BLTs, Club Sandwiches, Hot Dogs, Burgers (voted the best in the installation four years running!) Many other delicious items to choose from!
The Holidays are Coming! Plan your holiday event with us! Call for details. We cater to all and for all occasions. • Groups from 10-150 • Birthday Parties • Church Groups • Military Functions • Family Reunions • Team Building If it’s not listed, we probably can do that too! Full-line Snack Bar • Bar • Pro Shop • Arcade
Kegler’s Café Great food at a fair price!
Kegler’s Sports Bar Great Atmosphere • Friendly Staff • Your Favorite Beverages! Check out our newly renovated bar! NFL Package; 18 TVs; and a 80” TV for the big game! If you haven’t been in Kegler’s Bar in a while, it’s time to come in with friends and unwind!
Get Outdoors Gordon getoutdoorsgordon@fortgordon.com | 706-791-2556
Upcoming events: Ski Trip in Gatlinburg, TN Event Date: February 14-16 Cost: $215-$300 Register by January 16 (See ad on page 17 for more details.)
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Zipline Event Date: March 8 Cost: $100 Full Moon Paddle Event Date: March 16 Cost: $20
Need Equipment? Rent kayaks, canoes and bikes through Tactical Advantage Sportsman’s Complex at Range 14. 706-791-5078.
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Outdoor Recreation Bldg. 00445, Carter Rd. | 706-791-5078 Tue.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sun., 1-5 p.m. Recreational Shooting at Range 14 January 4, 11 & 25, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $10 per person, $5 FGSC members and $2 for persons under the age of 16. Bass Fishing Tournament at Butler Reservoir January 19, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Open to all ID cardholders and members of the public with a Fort Gordon fishing license guest permit (available at registration).
$20 per person, $10 FGSC members with a $5 Big Fish Pot, $100 awarded to first place; $50 to second place. 3-D Archery Tournament at Range 14 January 26 Registration begins at 10 a.m. Shooting begins at 11 a.m. – no starts after 2 p.m. Open to the public, age 5 to adult. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place trophies awarded in 12 classes. $15 per person, $7.50 FGSC members.
Pheasant Hunt at Training Area 23 January 18, 7:30 a.m. ALL participants must have a Hunter Education Certificate. Limited to the first 24 participates who pre-register by January 16. $60 FGSC members, $120 for non-members. For more information, call Outdoor Recreation at 706-791-5078/3317 or 833-2834.
Hilltop Riding Stable Bldg. 509, Range Rd. | 706-791-4864 Wed.-Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mon.-Tue., Closed Family Fun Day January 18, 1:30 & 3 p.m. Trail rides, ages seven and up. Children pay full price and parent pays half price.
Open Riding Guided trail rides: see our website for riding times.
Please arrive 40 minutes before the ride time. All rides go out at appointed times.
Weekdays: 11 a.m. 24-hour reservation required.
Riding Lessons Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays Spaces now available for lessons. Ages 7 and up. Call for more information. Pony Rides Half hour and full hour rides available for children ages 0-6!
Sat. and Sun.: No reservation required; first come, first served. All riders must arrive 40 minutes before ride time. Group rates available for groups of 9 or more with reservations. Youth Horse Camp Reservation Book is now open for winter 2013, and spring and summer 2014.
Party with the Horses! Hilltop Riding Stables is taking reservations for birthday parties, holiday parties, conferences and team building events! Come see what we have to offer. Call for more information! Event Calendar Pick up your 2013-2014 Event Calendars at our facility, or online at www.fortgordon.com. • 100% ID check with all equine activities. • Closed shoes are required for all equine activities. • This facility will close with heavy rain, thunder and lightning.
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Gordon Lakes Golf Club Bldg. 537, Range Rd. | 706-791-2433/6854/5796 Mon.-Thu., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Fri.-Sun., 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m. | Weather permitting Schedule Tee Times Schedule your tee times today by calling: 706-791-2433/6854/5796 (Ext 2) You may also schedule tee times by email: • william.fumai.naf@mail.mil • dallas.m.cooke.naf@mail.mil Tee times are taken four days in advance. News Year Day Come out and celebrate the New Year with a round of golf! We are open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for tee times! Reservations for 2014 Golf Tournaments The time to set up your 2014 spring tournament is now! Fridays and Saturdays go fast, so contact Bill Fumai or Dallas Cooke to book your event today! Golf Memberships Come join one of the best golf courses in the CSRA (The Augusta Chronicle, July 10) and the #1 Army golf course voted by the PGA of America. Join an elite group and play the only 27-hole Robert Trent Jones Sr. course in Augusta open to the public! Members receive discounts on greens fees, cart fees, tournaments, range balls, cart rides and merchandise! Members also receive preferential tee times!
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We Set the Standards in Golf! Gordon Lakes Golf Club now has new golf packages available for golf events; advertise your event weeks in advance on our GPS System! Let us post a video of your event on our GPS system and show fellow golfers how much fun your event is! Or how about becoming a Hole Sponsor? This unique feature is not available at any other golf club in the CSRA – get your name out there now! Please note: January weekend tee times begin at 8:30 a.m. on all three nines. Starting times will be determined by weather. Please call ahead if you have any questions. Thank you! Hook A Soldier on Golf Starts March 1 FREE hour golf lesson on the driving range at Gordon Lakes every Saturday morning, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. PGA instructor Dallas Cooke and the Gordon Lakes staff will provide complimentary golf lessons for all Active Duty Service Members, Retirees and their families. Range balls and golf clubs provided, just show up! Hook a Soldier on Golf takes place every Saturday except holiday weekends until September 27.
Masters Week Tee Times Gordon Lakes Golf Club is now accepting tee times for Masters Week, April 7-13, 2014. All tee times will require a name, credit card payment and phone number at time of scheduling. Call to schedule your tee time today! Golf Lessons Experience the finest in golf instruction with our PGA Golf Professionals Bill Vicain and Dallas Cooke! Book your appointment today by calling 706-791-2433: Individual Lesson:................................... $40 3-Series Lesson Package:........................ $100 5-Series Lesson Package:........................ $150 All lessons are 45-minutes. Gordon Lakes Senior Dogfight Tuesdays and Thursdays. Must be 55 to be a member, valid handicap required. For more information please visit the website: http://tinyurl.com/seniordogfight.
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Fort Gordon Dinner Theatre Bldg. 32100, 3rd Ave. | 706-793-8552
Upcoming SHOWS:
“Harling has given his women sharp, funny dialogue…The play builds to a conclusion that is deeply moving.” — NY Daily News.
Lend Me a Tenor, by Ken Ludwig
Winner! 3 Tony Awards and 4 Drama Desk Awards
“…a skillfully crafted, lovingly evoked picture of eccentricity in the small-town South…Robert Harling is a new voice in the theatre and the qualities of Steel Magnolias suggest he may be an important one.” — Drama-Logue.
Nominee! 2010 Tony Award, Best Revival of a Play
“…suffused with humor and tinged with tragedy.” — NY Post.
Show Dates: February 21, 22, 28, and March 1, 13, 14 and 15
Lend Me a Tenor is set in September 1934. Saunders, the general manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is primed to welcome world famous, Tito Morelli, Il Stupendo, the greatest tenor of his generation, to appear for one night only as Otello. The star arrives late and, through a hilarious series of mishaps, is given a double dose of tranquilizers and passes out. His pulse is so low that Saunders and his assistant Max believe he’s dead. In a frantic attempt to salvage the evening, Saunders persuades Max to get into Morelli’s Otello costume and fool the audience into thinking he’s Il Stupendo. Max succeeds admirably, but Morelli comes to and gets into his other costume ready to perform. Now two Otellos are running around in costume and two women are running around in lingerie, each thinking she is with Il Stupendo. A sensation on Broadway and in London’s West End, this madcap, screwball comedy is guaranteed to leave audiences teary-eyed with laughter.
The Hollow, by Agatha Christie Auditions: July 21 and 22. Show Dates: September 12, 13, 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27.
“One of two great farces by a living writer.” - The New York Times
An unhappy game of romantic follow-the-leader explodes into murder one weekend at The Hollow, home of Sir Henry and Lucy Angkatell. Dr. Cristow is at the center of the trouble when his mistress Henrietta, ex-mistress Veronica, and wife Gerda, simultaneously arrive at The Hollow. Also visiting are Edward (who is in love with Henrietta) and Midge (who loves Edward). Veronica ardently desires to marry Cristow and succeeds in reopening their affair but is unable to get him to divorce his wife. Veronica unwisely states that if she cannot have him, no one shall. Within five minutes Cristow is dead. Nearly everyone has a motive and most had the opportunity. Enter Inspector Colquhoun and Sergeant Penny to solve the crime.
Never Too Late, written by Sumner Arthur Long
“As good a stage whodunit as we have had for some time.” — London Observer
Auditions: February 24 and 25. Parts for 6 men and 3 women Show Dates: May 2, 3, 9, 10, 15, 16 and 17 This Broadway hit is about a married man in his fifties who suddenly learns he’s becoming a father again. His last child, a girl, was born 24 years ago and, considering the boob she married, he finds the prospect of another unthinkable. His daughter and son-in-law live with him; she gets up for breakfast at lunchtime and he is curiously addicted to solitaire. It’s not only the impending birth that startles him; his previously meek little wife begins to lay down the law. There’s to be a nursery, a new bath, and she’s to have her own checking account. Such dour capitulation you’ll never see again. “Good old fashioned domestic farce... with lots and lots of laughter.” - New York Daily News
Steel Magnolias, by Robert Harling
Auditions: May 20 and 21. Parts for 6 women. Show Dates: July 18, 19, 25, 26, 31, and August 1 and 2. A first play which met with immediate critical and popular acceptance in its premier production by New York’s WPA Theatre. Concerned with a group of gossipy southern ladies in a small-town beauty parlor, the play is alternately hilarious and touching—and, in the end, deeply revealing of the strength and purposefulness which underlies the antic banter of its characters.
The Perfect Wedding, by Robin Hawdon
Auditions: September 16 and 17. Parts for 4 women and 2 men. Show Dates: November, 14, 15, 21, 22, and December 4, 5 and 6. An appalling situation. A bridegroom wakes on his wedding morning in his own bridal suite, with his bride-to-be about to arrive any moment, and finds a strange girl in bed beside him. What’s more an extremely attractive girl whom, in the depths of his post stag-night hangover, he can’t remotely remember even having been introduced to. Worse - during the ensuing panic to get the stranger dressed and out of the way, the bride arrives and the girl is trapped in the bathroom. The only way out of the dilemma is to persuade the best man to pretend that the hidden girl is his girl friend. Then the problem is that the best man’s real girl friend has to be kept ignorant of the fact. By the time the bride’s parents and half the hotel staff get in on the act, the chaos reaches nuclear proportions! The play has provoked waves of laughter in literally hundreds of productions around Europe and across America, and is due to be made into a Hollywood film. It is that rare combination - a riotous comedy and a touching love story at the same time. “Laughs abound in the American premiere...It all works out in the end, but not before playgoers have aching sides.” — Wisconsin Advocate
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Woodworth Consolidated Library Bldg. 33500, Rice Rd. | 706-791-7323 FREE REFERENCE/RESEARCH CLASSES* Starting in January, 2014! FREE training sessions will include demonstrations, question and answer periods, hand outs for ready reference, and one-onone training. Please schedule your session today, classes by appointment ONLY. Woodworth Library Presents Game Night Wednesday, January 8, 4-7 p.m. Featuring classic board games. Everyone is encouraged to attend and to bring any board or card game of their own. FREE candy and popcorn while it lasts! Movie Day Wednesday, January 15, 5-7:30 p.m. We’ll be watching “Where the Wild Things Are” based on the book and illustrations by Maurice Sendak. FREE candy and popcorn while it lasts!
Music in the Library Enjoy music in the library and learn more about different genres and points of interest in history. Check out books, CDs, or downloads for all your favorites! This month the library will feature Nu Jazz – a style of music coined in the 1990s – blends traditional jazz music with elements of other genres, to include funk and soul. Come and experience the eclectic sounds of Nu Jazz, such as the Cinematic Orchestra, Pretty Lights, and Flying Lotus. Woodworth Consolidated Library will feature different styles of music each month of 2014. Come in, check out items and enjoy. We look forward to seeing you!!
Books Around Town* Thursday, January 23, 6-8 p.m. Meeting at Outback Steakhouse, located at 2949 Washington Road. Join us to discuss Lexicon by Max Barry. Enjoy National Popcorn Day! Monday, January 20 Free popcorn ALL DAY at the Library! *To sign up or for more information, call 706787-0230 or email thomas.g.moss@us.army.mil
Pre-school Story Time: Be a Smart Cookie! Each Wednesday at 10 a.m. until April 9 Pop in for stories, crafts, and song and dance!
Pointes West Army Resort at Lake Thurmond | P.O. Box 67, Appling, GA | 706-541-1057 Start the Year off Right at Pointes West Army Resort Enjoy life and spend time with the ones that matter most at the beautiful Pointes West Army Resort! Start by gathering your friends and family in our rustic 4,000 square foot Conference Center overlooking Clarks Hill Lake. Whether it’s a family reunion or your wedding, our Conference Center’s distinctive charm and warm atmosphere is all you need to change ordinary, into extraordinary.
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To accommodate you and your guests, the Conference Center offers seating for 120 guests, two flat screen TVs, and is equipped with a full commercial kitchen. Outdoors, enjoy our plush cushioned furniture on the patio as you take in the relaxing views and peaceful surroundings. Continue your fun and enjoy your stay in one of our rustic, two story, waterfront two-bedroom cottages, one of our unique waterfront motel suites, or our spacious two- and three-bedroom cabins. Whether it’s a relaxing get away, or a fun spontaneous escape, start your year off right at beautiful Pointes West Army Resort!
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FORT GORDON & MWR DINING
Sandwiches, grill & snacks Gordon Lakes Golf Club, Range Rd. | Phone: 706-791-2433 (ext. 4) Mon.-Thu.: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (Beverages & Cold Sandwiches served until 4 p.m.) Fri.-Sun.: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (Beverages & Cold Sandwiches served until 5 p.m.) For the best views on post, head over to Bogey’s Grill! A varied lunch menu and daily specials are the best accompaniments for a great game of golf, but you don’t have to play to eat.
What’s on the Menu? New at Bogey’s Grill: Our Stacked Grilled Ham and Turkey Breast with Bacon on a Ciabatta Roll with our awesome steak fries. Now offered every day for the same price of $7.30. Try our new specialty sandwich! The 10oz. Angus Beef Steak Burger served with steak fries and a fountain soda for $9.45. Hungry for BBQ? Bogey’s is now offers a Shredded Pulled Pork BBQ Sandwich with coleslaw, fries and a drink for $7.30. Looking for something light? Try the House Salad with Tuna, Tomatoes and Pickle with a drink for $6.25.
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Java Cafés offer delicious smoothies, coffees and snacks. For your convenience, each location also offers ready-to-eat snacks, hot food or yummy items from the grill! Call in orders for pick up!
Java Café Too at Darling Hall
Grill, snacks, smoothies & coffee. Grab breakfast or enjoy a hot lunch special! In Darling Hall | Bldg. 33720, Chamberlain Ave. | 706-791-1330 Mon.-Fri.: 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Java Escape at Alternate Escapes Recreation Center Grill, snacks, smoothies & coffee
In Alternate Escapes Recreation Center | Bldg. 25722, B St. | 706-791-0785 Mon.-Thu.: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | Fri.-Sat.: 9 a.m.-11 p.m. | Sun.: 9 a.m.-10 p.m.
Java Express
Snacks, coffee & smoothies Bldg. MWR-023, Chamberlain Ave. | 706-772-4702 Fri.: 1-8 p.m. | Sat.: Noon-8 p.m. | Sun.: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Closed Mon.-Thu.)
Java Fitness at Gordon Fitness Protein shakes & smoothies
Bldg. 29607, Barnes Ave. | 706-791-2647 Mon., Wed., Fri.: 6 a.m.-8 p.m. | Tue., Thu.: 7 a.m.-8 p.m. | Sat.: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sun.: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Java Café at Signal Towers Grill, snacks, smoothies & coffee
In Signal Towers | Bldg. 29808, 506 Chamberlain Ave. | 706-791-5849 Mon.-Fri.: 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
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Home to the Best Home-Style Lunch Buffet Bldg. 18402, 19th St. | 706-791-6780 Mon.-Fri.: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. “The Club” as it’s affectionately called by many, serves a vast array of dishes and menu items, from hot to cold, whole plates and soups to self-serve buffet-style and a massive salad bar. With an affordable menu, Starbucks coffee and a delish dessert bar, Gordon’s Conference and Catering has everything busy professionals need and want for their midday meal. Whether you are with a large group or flying solo, Gordon’s Conference and Catering can accommodate you!
What’s on the Menu?
Buffet: $8.95 (Beverage included) Taco Salad: $5.50 German Schnitzel: $7.50 Other Lunch Specials Include: A Little Italy! Spaghetti and Meatballs, or Meat Sauce, Lasagna and other pasta! Pacific Rim Fridays: Szechuan Beef with Broccoli, Hawaiian Chicken, Shrimp Fried Rice and more! Exciting New Menu Items: Bourbon Chicken, Chili-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Apricot Ginger Glaze, Ham and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast, Grilled Mongolian Pork Chops, Baked Cod with Pineapple Salsa and Orange Sauce, The Cuban sandwich, Turkey on Focaccia
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Café Grill, salads, sandwiches, burgers & more Gordon Lanes Bowling Center, Bldg. 33200, 3rd Ave. | 706-771-6907 Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Fri., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun., 1-9 p.m. | Breakfast: Sat. 8-11 a.m. Kegler’s boasts the best burger on post, and who are we to disagree? Kegler’s Café offers fresh and fast food for all, whether you’re bowling a game or two, or relaxing with friends – grab your food to dine in, or take away.
What’s on the Menu?
Omelet Platters: from $4.50 on up Breakfast Platters: Hot Cakes with the Works (includes 2 Eggs, Grits or Hash Brown Patty, choice of Ham, Bacon or Sausage with a Small Coffee) – $5.35 Cheeseburger: The best burger on post! – $2.75 Other Lunch Items Include: Hot Dogs, Foot Longs, Polish Sausage, Chili Dogs and more! Kegler’s serves almost anything you might want! Pretzels; French Fries; Chili; Potato Chips; Nachos; Chicken Wings; Flounder Sandwich; Shrimp Baskets and Salads.
Chinese food Located at the Bus Station | Bldg. 36000, 3rd Ave. | 706-792-9774 Sun.-Thu.: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Fri.-Sat.: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fort Gordon’s only Chinese Restaurant offers a range of Chinese food to eat in or take out. Don’t see what you want on the menu? Just ask and they will make any dish upon request!
What’s on the Menu?
Combination Platters: $7.00 19 Platters to Choose From! Sesame Chicken, Beef with Broccoli, Boneless Ribs, and more! *All patters served with Fried Rice and Egg Roll or Two Chicken Wings
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Mexican food In The Courtyard, Bldg. 36708, Brainard Ave. | 706-910-1044 Sun.-Fri.: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Sat.: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Happy Hour: 4 p.m.-7 p.m. | Delivery Available (Mon.-Sat.: 5-9 p.m.)
Teresa’s serves a wide variety of Mexican dishes – including authentic Mexican tacos – for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Want a speedy option for lunch? Teresa’s conveniently offers an Express Menu from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Ask about our party room for special occasions!
What’s on the Menu?
Speedy Gonzales: One taco, one enchilada and choice of rice or beans – $4.25 Lunch #10: Two grilled chicken soft tacos and Spanish rice served with pico de gallo – $6.00 Burrito California: 10-inch flour tortilla with your choice of grilled chicken or steak served with rice, beans, lettuce, cheese, guacamole and sour cream – $7.50 All specials come with an endless fountain drink Menu items price range: $4.25 on up
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Family and MWR ADMINISTRATION Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (DFMWR) 706-791-4140 Bldg. 33720, Ste. 382 307 Chamberlain Ave. FYI Advertising Sales 706-791-3912 Bldg. 44401, 44th St., Ste. 149 FYI Editorial 706-791-6234 For a complete list of DFMWR key personnel, visit www.fortgordon.com/staff.php
Community Services Army Community Services (ACS) 706-791-3579 / Toll Free: 1-877-310-5741 Rm. 224, 155 & 172, Bldg. 33720, 307 Chamberlain Ave. Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) 706-791-2820 Army Family Team Bldg. (AFTB) 706-791-2820 Army Volunteer Corps (AVC) 706-791-3880 Christmas House 706-791-3880 Domestic Violence Hotline 706-791-STOP (7867) EAMC Department of Social Work Service (SWS) 706-787-3656/5811 Employment Readiness Program (ERP) 706-791-7878 Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) 706-791-4872 Family Advocacy Program (FAP) 706-791-3648/6632 Family Outreach Center 706-791-5220 Financial Readiness 706-791-1918/8586 Fort Gordon Thrift Shop 706-791-2779 Bldg. 39102, Behind The Exchange
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Information and Referral Services 706-791-0792
Sports, Recreation AND Leisure
Military OneSource 1-800-342-9647
Aladdin Travel 706-771-0089 Bldg. 36200, 36th St.
Mobilization and Deployment Program 706-791-1958 Outreach 706-791-8358 Relocation Services Welcome Center: Darling Hall, Rm. 172 Lending Closet: Darling Hall, Rm. 172 706-791-4181/1922 Soldier and Family Assistance Center (SFAC) 706-791-8777 Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) 706-787-4767/1767 Swap and Assist Shop 706-791-3579 Behind The Exchange
Alternate Escapes 706-791-0785 Bldg. 25722, B St. Bingo Palace 706-793-0003 Bldg. 15500, Corner of Lane Ave. & 15th St. BOSS Headquarters 706-791-3025 Bldg. 25489, 28th St. Carlson Wagonlit Travel – Official Travel 706-798-0990 Room 117, Bldg. 33720, 307 Chamberlain Ave.
Child, Youth and School Services (CYSS)
Courtyard Outdoor Pool 706-791-3550 Ring Hall, Bldg. 36710, Brainard Ave.
Child Development Center Main 706-791-2701/6761 Bldg. 45300, 45th St.
Fort Gordon Dinner Theatre 706-793-8552 Bldg. 32100, 3rd Ave.
Child Development Center East 706-791-8707/8507 Bldg. 290, 225 East Hospital Rd.
Fort Gordon Sportsman’s Club 706-791-5078 Bldg. 00445, Carter Rd.
Child Development Center West 706-791-0732 Bldg. 18407, 537 19th St.
Get Outdoors Gordon 706-791-2556
CYSS Family Child Care 706-791-3993/4440 Bldg. 28320 Lane Ave. CYSS GA Pre-K & Pre-K/Kindergarten Afterschool Programs 706-791-1306/4790 Bldg. 45400, 46th St. CYSS/Parent Central Services 706-791-4455/4722 Bldg. 28320, Lane Ave. CYSS School-Age Services & Middle School/Teen Programs 706-791-7575/6500 Bldg. 45410, 46th St. CYSS Youth Sports & Fitness 706-791-5104 Bldg. 45410, 46th St.
Gordon Fitness Center 706-791-2647 Bldg. 29607, Barnes Ave. Gordon Lakes Golf Club 706-791-2433 Bldg. 537, Range Rd. Gordon Lanes Bowling Center 706-791-3446 Bldg. 33200, 3rd Ave. Gym #3 706-791-2864 Bldg. 25510, Brainard Ave. Gym #5 706-791-7370 Bldg. 25713, 26th St.
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Gym #6 – Fitness Center 706-791-6872 Bldg. 21713, 21st St. Hilltop Riding Stable 706-791-4864 Bldg. 509, North Range Rd. Indoor Swimming Pool 706-791-3034 Bldg. 21608, Brainard Ave. Leitner Lake Conference Center 706-791-5078 1.5 miles down Gibson Rd. from Range Rd. Pointes West Army Resort 706-541-1057 At Lake Thurmond Sports, Fitness and Aquatics 706-791-1142 Bldg. 29719, Barnes Ave. Woodworth Consolidated Library 706-791-7323 Bldg. 33500, Rice Rd.
Miscellaneous
ID Card Section/DEERS Office 706- 791-1927/1930 Darling Hall, Bldg. 33720
Army Volunteer Corps 706-791-3880 Room 169, Bldg. 33720, 307 Chamberlain Ave.
IHG Army Hotels 706-790-3676 Military Police Station 706-791-4380/4537
Commissary 706-791-3718 Bldg. 37200, 3rd Ave. By-Pass
NAF Civilian Personnel Office 706-791-6382
The Exchange 706-793-7171 Bldg. 38200
Office of the Staff Judge Advocate 706-791-3148
Southeastern Stages, Inc – Bus Station 706-793-0026 Bldg. 36200, 36th St.
Post Information 706-791-0110
Fort Gordon & Community Credit Union 706-793-0012 Bldg. 36305, Ave. of the States
Public Affairs Office (PAO) 706-791-7003 Bldg. 29801, Nelson Hall, 520 Chamberlain Ave.
Fort Gordon Housing Office 706-791-5116/7067/9658 Fort Gordon Recycling 706-791-7881/706-831-3409 (cell) Bldg. 997, 10th St. and Chamberlain Ave. Gordon’s Car Care Auto Skills Center 706-791-2390 Bldg. 29300, 30th St.
Signal Museum 706-791-3856 Signal Towers, Bldg. 29808, Chamberlain Ave. Veterinary Services 706-787-7375/3815 Bldg. 500, Range Rd.
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