FYI October 2013 by Family and MWR

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OCTOBER 2013

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Contents OCTOBER 2013

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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THIS MONTH IN MWR: Community Services 14 15

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 End Domestic Violence: Recognize it - Report it - Prevent it Red Ribbon Week Bite-Sized Fitness

Army Community Services (ACS) Child, Youth & School Services (CYSS)

Conference & Catering Services 16

Gordon’s Conference & Catering

Sports, Recreation & Leisure 17 17 18 19 19 20 21 22

Aladdin Travel Gordon Lanes Bowling Center Outdoor Recreation BOSS Hilltop Riding Stable Gordon Lakes Golf Club Dinner Theatre Woodworth Consolidated Library

Fort Gordon and MWR Dining

Staff

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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Bogey’s Grill Java Café Gordon’s Café Kegler’s Café Me Me’s & Bo Bo’s Express Shishkebab Café Teresa’s Mexican Restaurant

“Need to Know” Directory In Focus

FYI Advertising and Sales

Anna Gaillard Corporate Sponsorship & Sales Manager

Contact Information

Darling Hall, Room 337 P.O. Box 7180 Fort Gordon, GA 30905 Office.................................................. 706.791.6779 Fax...................................................... 706.791.7189 Editor................................................... 706.791.6234 Sales.................................................... 706.791.3912

from the Cover Domestic abuse is a costly and selfish horror. It robs the victim of their security and their confidence – sometimes it robs them of their life. During the month of October, we want to spread the word that Domestic abuse and violence is not okay. We all have the power to stop the abuse - let us all use our hands to prevent this tragedy, not perpetuate it. A FORT GORDON FAMILY AND MWR PUBLICATION

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Photo Illustration by Lance Cpl. Michelle S. Mattei

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aroundtown

October

Westobou Festival Presents Body/Head featuring Kim Gordon of Sonic Youth

Widely regarded as Danish director Carl Theodor Dreyer’s finest achievement and one of the greatest films of all time, the beloved 1928 silent film The Passion of Joan of Arc will be screened with a live score curated by iconic rocker Kim Gordon of Sonic Youth who is currently collaborating with Bill Nace as the noise guitar duo Body/Head. In support of their upcoming album release, Body/Head has announced a limited national tour including performances at The Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago and Detroit prior to appearing at Westobou Festival.

Sacred Heart Cultural Center | 1301 Greene Street | Downtown Augusta GA

Annual Greek Festival It’s time again for Augusta’s Greek Festival! Enjoy live entertainment and music throughout the day – emcee and DJ entertainment by Jimmy Economos, live music by A Night in Athens and dance presentations by Shoshanna, Troupe Hellas, Odyssey and Asterakia. Treat your taste buds to authentic Greek food, wine and pastries. Tour the church, visit the Greek store and more! For more information, call 706-724-1087.

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Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church | 953 Telfair Street | Downtown Augusta GA

GAPEX 2013, 37th Annual Stamp Show and Bourse Calling all stamp enthusiasts! Sponsored by the Great Augusta Stamp Club, GAPEX promises to bring exhibits, show cover, USPS substation and stamp dealers. Show commemorates the Augusta Arsenal and the Battle of Gettysburg. Admission is free. For more information, call 803649-5929 or email ddougwalker@yahoo.com.

America’s Best Value Inn | 3023 Washington Rd | Augusta GA

Spirits of Hallowed Eve Dinner The evening starts in the Tavern with wine, ale, heavy nibbles and the talk of town. Then on to the Barn where the Bill of Fare includes rabbit’s delight, aerie crock corn, rare beast of the night, twisted crow roasted, planked cold-blooded vertebrate, roots of the earth, gourds from the field, Adams delight, and pair of the night. Join the Living History Park for spirits, songs, stories from afar and fire in the night. Seating is limited, so reservations are required. 803-279-7560.

Living History Park | 299 W. Spring Grove Ave | North Augusta SC

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Tony Howard DJ, Karaoke and More . . . Let Tony add the Spice to your Party! For Unit Parties, Hail and Farewells, Graduation Parties, Weddings, Anniversaries, or any Celebration. Oldies • Country • Hip-Hop • Rock • Slide Everybody Knows Tony . . . For More Information, Call 706-829-5924

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fromthe bookshelf Yadira Payne, Acting Director, Woodworth Consolidated Library

Book: Adulting, How to become a grown-up in 468 easy(ish) steps. 2013 Author: Kelly Williams Brown ISBN: 9781455516902 The library recently acquired a new book that, by the sheer force of its title, attracted my curiosity. To be honest, I am a sucker for the word modifier “ish”. Even though I am a “seasoned” adult I was curious as to what useful information could possibly be in this book. After all we all have life skills knowledge gaps. Adulting is a must-read for anyone in their twenties! The author has written an incredibly helpful how-to geared toward twentysomethings who may be grown up but don’t always feel like it. Her

conversational style of writing made each step simple to understand. The doodles scattered throughout the book also provided amusement. Be forewarned, she tends to favor the F-Bomb. I won’t spoil the surprise of the 468 easy(ish) steps that help anyone become a grown-up. I will say that they are useful, cleverly wrapped into peer-to-peer conversations, full of anecdotes, and just fun. Read it for yourself and let me know what you think!

Movies/TV: Dark shadows Actors: Johnny Depp, Michelle Pfeiffer Director: Tim Burton Year: 2012 Dark Shadows is a feature film remake of an American gothic vampire soap opera that originally aired on ABC from 1966 through 1971. It is important to understand that the 1970’s vibe and off-kilter melodrama in the film was intentional. It paid homage to the original series. At its essence, the synopsis is as follows: “Imprisoned vampire Barnabas Collins is inadvertently freed from his tomb and emerges into the very changed world of 1972. He returns to Collinwood Manor to find that his once-grand estate has fallen into ruin. The dysfunctional remnants of the Collins family have fared little better and are in need of his protection.”

At its core, this film is a quintessential Tim Burton/Johnny Depp collaboration. I am a huge fan of all their joint ventures. However, I must say that Tim Burton is a badly coifed genius! His quirky gothic translation of Americana is fascinating, fun to explore, and brilliantly directed. Jack the Pumpkin King and Sally are like close friends. Beetlejuice is that uncle that shows up uninvited to events. And the Mad Hatter and I routinely meet for tea or to dance the “Futterwack”. If you have never watched a Tim Burton film or happened to miss some, stop by the library. We have many available for checkout. Word of caution…. Do not use Sweeny Todd for your barber!

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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END DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RECOGNIZE IT - REPORT IT - PREVENT IT

Domestic violence is the willful intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and/or other abusive behavior perpetrated by an intimate partner against another. It is an epidemic affecting individuals in every community, regardless of age, economic status, race, religion, nationality or educational background. Violence against women is often accompanied by emotionally abusive and controlling behavior, and thus is part of a systematic pattern of dominance and control. Domestic violence results in physical injury, psychological trauma, and sometimes death. The consequences of domestic violence can cross generations and truly last a lifetime. (www.ncadv.org)

In October of each year, Army communities review their commitment to prevent domestic violence. Educational efforts are renewed, and campaigns roll out to inform the Army community about the variety of ways to strengthen Families and prevent the abuse that has the potential to affect women and men from childhood to their elder years. This year is no different – the long-term effects of domestic violence, as well as the short-term and immediate suffering, still afflicts thousands

each year. You may wonder why such a personal issue would become a focus for an organization such as the U.S. Army – quite simply put; the strength of the Army relies heavily on the strength of its Army Families. By using the resources provided to include educational resources and counseling services, we lessen the impact caused by domestic violence; fewer situations develop to the point of critical; and relationships are more mature, healthy and supportive.

Utilizing available resources often depends on a Family’s willingness to examine their beliefs about their respective roles in the Family, their commitment to save their relationship, an acceptance of their responsibility to provide a happy and safe childhood for their children, and a willingness to work within the limitations imposed by their physical and mental health status (Garcia, Finley, Lorber, & Jakupcak, 2011; Schonbrun, Strong, Wetle, & Stuart, 2011).

Here are some facts about Domestic Violence as provided by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence:

Need Help?

Call 706-791-4380 to report Domestic Violence – Restricted reports can still be made with a Victim Advocate, Health Care Professional and Chaplain The National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 The National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673 The National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline at 1-866-331-9474 8 | FYI OCTOBER 2013

Did You Knowâ&#x20AC;Ś? An estimated

1.3 million

1 in every 4 women will experience domestic

women are victims of physical assault by an intimate partner each year.

85% of domestic violence victims are women.

violence in her lifetime.

20-24

Historically, females have been most often victimized by

someone they knew.

Females who are years of age are at the greatest risk of nonfatal intimate partner violence. Most cases of domestic violence are never reported to the police.

Children who Witness Witnessing violence between oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents or caretakers is the

Boys who witness domestic violence are

30% to 60%

strongest risk factor

of perpetrators of intimate partner violence also abuse children in the household.

of transmitting violent behavior from one generation to the next.

twice as likely

to abuse their own partners and children when they become adults.

Economic Impact Victims of intimate partner violence lost almost

8 million days of paid work

because of the violence perpetrated against them by current or former husbands, boyfriends and dates.

The cost of intimate partner violence exceeds

$5.8 billion each year, $4.1 billion of which is for

direct medical and mental health services.

This loss is the equivalent of

more than

32,000 full-time jobs and almost 5.6 million days of household productivity as a result of violence.

16,800 homicides and $2.2 million There are

(medically treated) injuries due to

intimate partner violence annually, which costs $37 billion.

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Christmas

House 2013 Applications accepted from October 1-November 15 Open House:

November 22 • 10:00 a.m. Building 21711 (next to Gym 6) Active-Duty stationed at Fort Gordon may pick up an application at their unit. Unaccompanied Families, Military Retirees, and Reserve and National Guard who are mobilized or on active orders for 30+ days may pick up an application from Army Community Service or online at www.gordon.army.mil/acs.

For more information call 706-791-3579 or email suzanne.f.crosby.civ@mail.mil

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Red Ribbon Week

Michael Reed, SAPP Coordinator

Promoting drug awareness and preventing illegal drug use among service members and their families is the aim of the Red Ribbon Week, conducted each year during October. The campaign will be celebrated on Fort Gordon October 23-31. During this period, educational displays providing alcohol and drug awareness material will be placed at Darling Hall, DDEAMC, the main PX and the Commissary for Soldiers, Family Members and DOD civilians. The campaign originated in response to the murder of Drug Enforcement Agent Kiki Camarena in 1985 by drug dealers in Mexico. Growing up in a dirt-floored house in Mexico, Enrique Camarena wanted to make a difference. When he was little, he begged his mother for a toy gun. “I need a gun,” he said, “because I’m going to be a policeman when I grow up.” At age nine, Kiki moved with his family to the United States to pick fruit.

RETIREE APPRECIATION DAY

OCT. 19, 2013 Fort Gordon Darling Hall Chamberlain Ave., Bldg. 33720

Schedule

Registration: 7:15 a.m. Opening Ceremony: 8:00 a.m. Agent Kiki Camarena

In early 1985, the DEA sent Kiki to work undercover in Mexico. For weeks he lived among the drug cartel, gathering information and evidence. He was ready to wrap up his assignment when his identity was discovered. He was kidnapped and tortured to death.

After excelling in high school, Kiki faced a critical turning point. His friends were headed for trouble, and he had to decide whether he wanted to follow them into a life of crime and drugs. The deeply engrained desire to make a difference won out, and Kiki opted to stay straight, working his way through college and earning a degree in criminal justice.

To honor his memory, and to show that they would continue his fight against illegal drugs, friends and neighbors wore red satin badges. Parents who had come together in local coalitions to fight the drug problem took Kiki as their model; embracing his belief that one person can make a difference, and adopting his symbol – the red ribbon – as their own. From this grassroots beginning grew National Family Partnership, a network of community groups united under one mission: to promote healthy, drug-free youth through prevention and education.

Following stints in the Marines and the police force, Kiki joined the DEA. It was the best way he knew to stop drugs and to help people he cared about. His mother, concerned about dangers inherent in his job, tried to talk him out of it. “I can’t not do this,” he told her. “I’m only one person, but I want to make a difference.”

Red Ribbon week material will also be provided to Fort Gordon units, Freedom Park Elementary School and directorates via distribution. Activities will take place daily at the school during the week. POC for Red Ribbon Week activities is Michael Reed, Fort Gordon Army Substance Abuse Program Prevention Coordinator, 706-791-5797.

Booths, Exhibits, Services & Seminars: 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Luncheon at Gordon’s Conference & Catering: 12:30 p.m.

Luncheon

Menu: Baked Chicken, Burgundy Beef Tips Information Briefings by the Garrison Commander and Commander, EAMC

Oral Screenings Cataract Screenings EKG’s Blood Pressure Checks Flu Shots Provided by Eisenhower Army Medical Center, and Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center

Reservations are required for lunch. Deadline: Oct. 11 For more information, call 706-791-1950/4774/2654.

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17 Sep.-29 Nov. 2013 Goal: $385,000

SERVING our COUNTRY SUPPORTING our COMMUNITY Fort Gordon Fisher House LOCAL CFC CODE: 82565 (706) 787-7100 Provides a home away from home for families of inpatients receiving medical care at Eisenhower Army Medical Center. POC: Francisco Cruz, (706) 787-7100 With your help and contribution to the Fort Gordon Fisher House through the CFC it will help: •

To continue to support, keep and expand the program, thus ensuring its continued comfortable, caring and compassionate environment for the Families when it is needed most.

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Keeping it a no-cost haven for families, thus .

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Help families stay in touch with loved ones back home.

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bite-sizedfitness Randy Behr, Contributing Writer

Working Out at the Office How can I stay in shape if I don’t have time, money or a membership? First, I would like to start off by saying none of the above have to limit one’s ability to get in shape. What is required is a will and desire to improve your well-being. Next, I want to focus on a professional office setting. It is understandable that being able to accomplish this schedule with consistency due to lunch breaks and other distractions may be difficult. But not impossible.

So, here we go: Body-Weight Squat Every hour stand up from your chair and do a body-weight squat and wall-push up for starters. Both of these exercises are executed just like they sound. A body-weight squat begins with a slightly wider than shoulder width stance (toes slightly pointed outward) and arms at ones side with an erect stance. Then, push-back your hips and butt while lowering yourself to a painless and comfortable position approximately 90 degrees formed from your hips and thigh while simultaneously raising your arms to shoulder level. Pause (1 second) at the bottom and return to the starting position by pushing through the entire surface area of your foot (focus on pushing through the middle of the foot to obtain this) and thrusting your hips forward as you rise from this position. The ending position will be your arms at your side. You have now completed one repetition and repeat to the desired number.

Wall-Push Up Immediately, with no rest, walk to a stable wall and place your hands palms down against the wall with fingers spread and chest level in a locked position. The same position that would take place if one was lying on the floor. Next, walk your feet away from the wall approximately two to three feet away (the farther the feet are away from the wall the more resistance). Now, lower yourself to the wall and return to the starting position and complete 10 repetitions.

Coach tip: Your entire body, from your ankles up, should be flat as possible while tightening your core.

This workout could be utilized by a beginner to an intermediate individual. However, if one is more advanced and looking for something more intense try to increase the number of push-ups and squats from 10 to 20 or more per hour. Some people may ask, what about sit-ups and crunches? Two very efficient and effective ‘core’ exercises are squats and push-ups. Next and probably the most challenging will be to accomplish the cardiovascular activity. Not because it is impossible, but due to an office individual’s work attire, complications of perspiring too much are unappealing. This doesn’t mean it can’t be accomplished though. Hopefully, one can switch shoes and either walk/run up the buildings stairs a few times for a short interval session. 1-2 short increments are very effective. This will round out the resistance training with aerobic training. By the end of a work day one could conceivable rack up 70 to a couple of hundred wall pushups and body-weight squats. Not bad, for one day’s work. So, remember it doesn’t take ‘fancy’ equipment and fitness facilities or an abundance of time, but it does take a little initiative, creativity and motivation!

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This Month in MWR COMMUNITY SERVICES

Army Community Service Rm. 224, 155 & 172, Bldg. 33720, 307 Chamberlain Ave. 706-791-3579 | Toll Free: 1-877-310-5741 The Exceptional Family Member Program Information and Awareness Forum/ Fair The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) will have their sixth annual Information and Awareness Forum on October 17 at 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Family Outreach Center behind the Woodworth Library. The goal of the program is to advocate, educate and guide all military and civilian Families with disabilities through the maze of resources, policies and educational supports that are available on Fort Gordon and in the surrounding communities. This Forum will include such agencies as Easter Seals, Child, Youth and School Services SLOs, Georgia Dept Of Labor, Vocational Rehabilitation, Babies Can’t Wait, Tricare Support Services, Parents to Parents, Richmond County Special Education Department, Columbia County Special Education Department, Easter Seals, Medical College of Georgia, Child, Youth and School Services, New Parent Support, Exceptional Family Member Clinic and numerous other resources within the community. Refreshments will be served. Please call the EFMP Manager for further information at 706-791-4872/3579.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month Training in observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month will be available for individuals who provide services for domestic violence victims:

FAP Colloquium Series Professional development for Social Workers, Domestic Violence Advocates, and SHARP personnel. For times, venues and to register, contact the ACS office 706-791-3579.

October 8, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Darling Hall, Room 229B, “Safety Planning with Battered Women and Stalking Victims”.

Sept. 11 – Personal Safety Enhance for Social Workers who Provide In-Home Service

October 9, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Darling Hall, Room 229B, “Vicarious Traumatization”

Sept. 12 – Crisis Intervention Basic

Training will hosted by ENSYNC Diversified Management Services, Inc. ACS point of contact is Ms. Michelle Armstead. Call 706791-3579 to register. The Employment Readiness Program will participate in Teen Maze, October 5, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 32000B Augusta Tech Drive. Point of contact is Ms. Melissa Smith, 706-791-7878. Christmas House Opening Ceremony will be held on November 22, 10 a.m., at Christmas House, Bldg 21711. For more information, see our ad on page 13.

Sept. 18 & 19 – Baby Basic Sept. 19 – I’m Not Wrong ~ I’m Just Not You Sept. 25 – PTSD Symptoms and Affects on Family Sept. 26 – Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Oct. 8 – Safety Planning with Battered Women and Stalking Victims Oct. 9 – Vicarious Traumatization

You may ask: “What’s cooking with SKIES?” The answer is “Culinary Arts!” Young chefs are busy cooking AND eating in the kitchen. Culinary Arts is a monthly course, which features local, fresh foods. Each month features new seasonal cuisine. Parents and caregivers can enroll any time, either online, at Parent Central Registration, or at any of the CDCs. Dance classes, including Ballet and Tap & Jazz, will be available soon. For questions, comments, or suggestions, please call Grace Smith, SKIES Director at 706-791-0718

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COMMUNITY SERVICES

Child, Youth & School Services Bldg. 28320, Lane Ave. | 706-791-4455/4722 For registration information call Parent Central Services: 706-791-5127 Child Development Center East/West • 6 weeks to 5 years • The CDC East (Bldg. 290) and CDC West (Bldg. 18407) programs enhance the development of children socially, emotionally, intellectually, creatively and physically • Professionally trained staff • Developmentally appropriate activities • Breakfasts, lunches, and snacks served daily IAW USDA guidelines 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. Hourly Care Program Available for children ages six weeks to five years, Monday-Friday from 5:15 a.m.-6 p.m. at both CDC East and CDC West. Hourly Care Reservations can be made at each center location or online at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil. For programming information contact Tasha Martin, Facility Director at 706-791-8707/8507. Family Child Care: Your Child’s Home Away From Home Family Child Care (FCC) homes offer: • Reliable, loving and responsive care in a safe family environment • Small group care with a 1:6 ratio

comprehensive trainings. Homes are monitored and inspected on an on-going basis. For more information on how to become part of our FCC family please call Angela Davis, FCC Director at 706-791-4440/3993. Pre-K/Kinder Fall Recess Camp Location: Bldg. 45400 46th Street When: November 25-29 Time: 5:15 a.m.-6 p.m. Children must be registered with Child, Youth and School Services. Field trips and lots of fun filled daily activities are planned, USDA approved meals provided. Please note that all fieldtrips are included in your fees. For program information call 706-791-1305. School Age Center The School Age Center (SAC) provides care for children in grades 1-5. A wide variety of activities are offered to include arts and crafts, cooking, science, homework assistance, technology lab, community service projects, character building, cultural awareness, mentoring and intervention programs, fitness programs, 4-H and Boys and Girls Club, field trips, special events, just to name a few! Before and After School Care available: SAC is open before school at 5:15 a.m. and after school until 6 p.m. Transportation is provided to many local schools. Additional schools may be added. For programming information contact Darren Brown, SAC Director at 706-791-7575/5127. School Support Services Aiken County Public School District October 2 – Early Release (Released 2 hours prior to dismissal time) October 18 – Teacher Workday/In-Service

• Full and part-time care, before- and afterschool care, hourly care

October 28 – Parent Conferences/In-Service/ Report Cards Issued

• Special services include: 24-hour care, long-term care, evening and weekend care for mission-related exercises

Columbia County School System October 14 – Holiday

FCC providers complete an intensive screening process undergoing background checks and

Richmond County School System October 16-17 – Elementary School Early Release/Report Card Conferences October 18– Furlough/No School October 21– Report Cards Reminders: Students will receive federal survey cards for parents and guardians who are Active Duty, Contractors, or Civilian to complete and return to their student’s school. The federal surveys are very important as the information provided will help the school system’s impact aid funding. Impact aid was designed to assist local school districts that have lost property tax revenue due to the presence of tax-exempt Federal property, or that have experienced increased expenditures due to the enrollment of federally connected children. Most Impact Aid funds, except for the additional payments for children with disabilities and construction payments, are considered general aid to the recipient school districts. Funds are used for a wide variety of expenses, including the salaries of teachers and teacher aides; purchasing textbooks, computers, and other equipment; after-school programs and remedial tutoring; advanced placement classes; and special enrichment programs. For more information on impact aid, please visit the Military Impacted Schools Association website at www.militaryimpactedschoolsassociation. org or contact Heather Howse, School Support Services, at 706-791-7270, or Melissa Barrickman at 706-791-4168. Youth Program Coming Soon: the Keystone Club (High School), Torch Club (Middle School), 4-H Club, Smart Moves, Anime Club, Book Club, Crocheting Club, Sports events, and many others! The YP Open Recreation is a FREE program for youth registered with CYSS. We are located in Building 45410, 46th Street. For programming information contact Darrell Butler at 706-791-7575.

October 15 – Student Holiday/Teacher Work Day October 16 – Report Cards

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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

Upcoming Holiday Events Now is the time to book your holiday event. Booking early allows you to choose the best room for your celebration!

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

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.)

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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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. 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

Saturday, November 16, 2013 • 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Gordon’s Conference and Catering • 19th Street, Fort Gordon Information: 706.791.6780/2205 • Presented by:

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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! 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.

Gordon Lanes Bowling Center Bldg. 33200, 3rd Ave. | 706-791-3446 Mon.-Thu., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. | Fri., 10 a.m.-midnight Sat., 9 a.m.-midnight | Sun., noon-10 p.m. This Month at Gordon Lanes: • Columbus Day Xtreme Cosmic Bowling Monday, October 14, 3-10 p.m. $1 per game, $1 shoe rental, $1 hot dogs, $1 sodas, $1 french fries. • Trick or Treat Sundays Every Sunday in October 1-10 p.m. Bowl three games and shoe rental only $8 per person. • Dollar Days Every Monday in October 1-10 p.m. $1 per game, $1 shoe rental, $1 hot dogs, $1 sodas, $1 french fries. • Xtreme Cosmic Bowling Friday night 10 p.m.-midnight and Saturday night 7 p.m.-midnight. • Bowlopolis Birthday Parties Kids can party with us! You bring the children and the cake and we do the rest. Call for details.

The Holidays are Coming! Plan your holiday event with us! Call for details. We cater to all and for all occasions. • Birthday Parties • Church Groups • Military Functions • Family Reunions If it’s not listed, we probably can do that too! Groups from 10-150 • Snack Bar • Bar Pro Shop • Arcade Games Kegler’s Bar Kegler’s has 18 TVs; great atmosphere; friendly staff and your favorite beverages. It’s time to come in with friends and unwind! Kegler’s Café Great food at a fair price! 24-Number Bingo Great entertainment! Win up to $4,000!

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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.

L L A Fs w i m m i nsg lesson

Adult Group Lessons

Fishing Tournaments: Daylight-Noon at Butler Reservoir October 6: Bass Tournament October 20: Crappie Tournament 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. Recreational Shooting at Range 14 October 5 & 26: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed., Thu. & Fri.: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Hunter Education Course October 9 & 10, 6-10 p.m. (Must attend both nights) The online review is October 16th, 6-8 p.m. at the EAMC 1st floor auditorium. Hunters wishing to hunt on Fort Gordon must have a valid Hunter Safety Card. The online training is available at www.beasafehunter.org. The course is free of charge and open to the public. Pre-registration recommended at www. georgiawildlife.com for both courses.

$10 per person, $5 FGSC members and $2 for persons under the age of 16.

Children’s Group Lessons

GotDrugs?

Aqua Tots

NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE-BACK

Private Lessons

Date: Saturday, October 26 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

October 5 at 9 a.m. November 2 at 9 a.m.

Turn-in Site: 2nd Floor of the Dwight D. Eisenhower

Medical Center (near the pharmacy)

The supply of prescription painkillers is larger than ever.

Full schedule available online at www.fortgordon.com

FORT GORDON

Indoor Pool: Bldg. 21608, Brainard Ave. 706-791-3034

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• The quantity of prescription painkillers sold to pharmacies, hospitals, and doctors’ offices was 4 times larger in 2010 than in 1999. • Many states report problems with “pill mills” where doctors prescribe large quantities of painkillers to people who don’t need them medically. Some people also obtain prescriptions from multiple prescribers by “doctor shopping.” • According to the 2011 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), twice as many Americans regularly abused prescription drugs than the number of those who regularly used cocaine, hallucinogens, heroin, and inhalants combined. Fort Gordon will again participate in another National Take-Back initiative on October 26 as a means to address the issue of prescription drug abuse. This is a great opportunity for those who have accumulated unwanted, unused prescription drugs, to safely dispose of them. For more information, contact Michael Reed, Fort Gordon Army Substance Abuse Program EAPC/ PC, at 706-791-5797, or email michael.a.reed177.civ@mail.mil.

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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: Beaters to Bentleys Fall Cruise-In Event Date: October 5 See ad on page 2 Zombie 5k Event Date: October 26 See ad on page 23 Combatives Tournament Event Date: November 16-17 at Gym 5

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.

Go to the online calendar for a full list of events: www.fortgordon.com/boss/calendar.php

Hilltop Riding Stable Bldg. 509, Range Rd. | 706-791-4864 Wed.-Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mon.-Tue., Closed Family Fun Day October 19 & November 16, 1:30 & 3 p.m. Trail rides, ages seven and up. Children pay full price and parent pays half price. Please arrive 40 minutes before the ride time. What a wonderful way to spend a sunny day with your child! Open Riding Guided trail rides: see our website for riding times. Sat. and Sun.: No reservation required; first come, first served. Weekdays: 11 a.m. 24-hour reservation required. All riders must arrive 40 minutes before ride time. Ponies available for children ages 0 thru six years.

Think Hilltop for your next Event! We host birthday parties; holiday parties; conferences and team building events! Play grounds and picnic areas are open to the general public. Call for more information. Youth Horse Camp Reservation Book Now open for fall and winter. We offer single day camp session for ages 7-13 yrs. Learn to ride, care for horses and more horse activities. Single day camps available. The Perfect Gift Looking for a unique way to say “I love you”? Give your loved one the gift of riding – a wonderful day out riding in stunning surroundings. Gift certificates now available; call for more information!

Volunteer Class October 26 and 27 for ages 14 and up – this is a two day class. Trail Day Use for Privately Owned Horses Sun.-Sat., 8 a.m.-4 p.m. $10 per day, per horses with Coggins. • Play grounds and picnic areas are open to the general public. • 100% ID check with all equine activities. • Closed shoes are required for all equine activities. • This facility will close with the heat index at 101˚F, or at times of thunder and lightning.

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Gordon Lakes Golf Club Bldg. 537, Range Rd. | 706-791-2433/6854/5796 Mon.-Thu., 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. | Fri.-Sun., 6:45 a.m.-6 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. Golf Tournaments The time to set up your 2013 fall golf tournaments is now! Please contact Bill Fumai/ Dallas Cooke at 706-791-2433/ 6854 to set your event up today! 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!

Hook a Soldier on Golf Program Since March, Hook a Soldier on Golf has been a wonderful success for Bill Vicain and I. This program was started to help Active Duty service members and their Families learn the basic fundamentals of the golf swing. We take a tremendous amount of pride working with every service member and family member and it is truly a privilege and an honor to watch many of our patrons as they progress from the driving range to the golf course. We look forward to the continued success of this great program for years to come. Hook a Soldier on Golf will continue in March 2014. Thank you so much! –Dallas Cooke, PGA –Bill Vicain, PGA Apprentice

Please note: • Saturdays in October: 8 a.m. shotgun start on all three nines.

Golf Lessons Come experience the finest golf instruction with our PGA Golf Professionals and enhance your game. Gordon Lakes Golf Club professionals, Bill Vicain and Dallas Cooke are available for appointment and their rates are listed below: Individual Lesson:................................... $40 3-Series Lesson Package:........................ $100 5-Series Lesson Package:........................ $150

• Sundays in October: We will begin tee times at 7:30 a.m.

All lessons are 45-minutes. Sign up by calling Bill Vicain or Dallas Cooke at 706-791-2433.

• Weekdays in October: We will begin tee times at 8 a.m.

Play 9 and Dine Thursdays, October 10 & 24 Everyone is invited to play in our 9-hole Blitz Golf Scramble! Join us for a 4-person scramble golf tournament, blind draw by handicaps, starting at 5:30 p.m. Call Thursday mornings at the Pro Shop to sign up or register in person by 5 p.m. Enjoy golf and a hamburger or hot dog and a cold beer after a long day’s work! Cost is $15 for GLGC members, E1-E5 for $20 for Military and $25 for Civilians.

Starting times will be determined by weather. Please call ahead if you have any questions. Membership Special For the month of October only: Sign up the whole family for one year and pay the single golf membership price! That is a savings of $300 per membership! So 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! 20 | FYI OCTOBER 2013

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

Club Championship Weekend Saturday & Sunday, October 26 & 27 Gordon Lakes Golf Club will be hosting its Club Championship weekend. 36-hole stroke play event – prizes will be awarded for all but Championship Flight. 18 holes played each day! Tee times start at 8 a.m. • $45 for members • $55 for Active Duty Military • $65 for Non-Members Includes greens fees, cart fees, range balls, lunch and prizes! Sign up in the Pro Shop. Fall Trifecta Golf Tournament Saturday, November 2 9 Holes of Best Ball; 9 Holes Scramble; 9 Holes of Alternate Shot. Who has the best team at Gordon Lakes? Take part in a great GLGC tradition: 27 holes of great golf, food and prizes. Seniors (70 and older) may play just 18 holes for $10 less per player. • $40 for members • $50 Active Duty Military • $60 for Non-Members Includes greens fees, cart fees, range tokens, lunch and prizes. 8:30 a.m. shotgun start. Sign up in the Pro Shop or call 706-791-2433/ 6854. Trick or Treat Night Golf Scramble Thursday, October 31 Halloween costumes are strongly encouraged! $50 per player includes greens fees, cart fees, range balls, dinner, glow products and tons of prizes. Prizes will be awarded for best Halloween costumes as well as for lowest score. Registration and Cocktails: 5:30 p.m. Dinner: 6 p.m. Tournament: 7 p.m. Awards and desserts: after 9 holes. This year’s event will be covering 18 holes, so limited to 18 four-person teams. Proceeds go to the Christmas House.

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Fort Gordon Dinner Theatre Bldg. 32100, 3rd Ave. | 706-793-8552

Upcoming SHOWS: Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Suicide Club, by Jeffrey Hatcher Show dates: October 10, 11 & 12

Announcing our 2014 Major Musical! Follies, Book by James Goldman, music and lyrics by

Playwright Jeffrey Hatcher takes Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous characters and drops them into a story inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson’s novella The Suicide Club to create a thrilling comic mystery. The whodunit mystery comes complete with a wow-I-didn’tsee-that-coming ending.” Arizona Daily Star “Hatcher has a winner with Sherlock Holmes. It’s intelligent, clever, teasing, seductively engaging and just plain fun.” Tucson Weekly

Miracle on South Division Street, by Tom Dudzick

Show dates: November 16, 17, 22 & 23, December 5, 6 & 7, 2013 Audition dates: October 7 & 8, 7 p.m. “It’s Christmas Eve, as we experience the story of the Nowak family, living amidst the urban rubble of Buffalo, NY’s East Side. Maybe the neighborhood is depressed, but not Clara, the family matriarch. She happily runs her soup kitchen and tends to the family heirloom – a 20-foot shrine to the Blessed Mother which adjoins the house. This neighborhood beacon of faith commemorates the day in 1942 when the Blessed Virgin Mary materialized in her father’s barber shop! When the play opens, a family meeting is in progress. Daughter Ruth divulges her plan to finally “go public” with the family miracle by creating a one-woman play about the sacred event. The results are heartfelt and hilarious.”

Stephen Sondheim Show dates: March 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21 & 22, 2014 In FOLLIES the time is 1971, and theatrical impresario Dimitri Weissmann hosts a reunion of ex-Follies performers in his crumbling theatre, setting the stage for a parade of brilliant pastiche numbers, including “Losing My Mind,” “I’m Still Here,” and “Broadway Baby.” Amid the reminiscing, two middle-aged couples confront some unpleasant truths about their past and present and come face to face with the future. Surreal, sophisticated, compelling, heart-wrenching and epic in scope, FOLLIES uses the musical theatre as a metaphor for the collapse of American innocence and naivete in the post-Kennedy years. It is a showcase for powerful dramatic actors, featuring a large cast rich in character, which provides opportunities for seasoned older performers. Spectacular and grand in scale, FOLLIES is a must see production!

FORT GORDON DINNER THEATRE ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR OUR NEW COMEDY! AUDITIONS

October 7 & 8 • 7:00 p.m. CLARA NOWAK, 60 to 70. Her Children (all unmarried), in their 30s:

by Tom Dudzick

JIMMY NOWAK, the baby. BEVERLY, the eldest daughter. RUTH NOWAK, the middle child.

Show Dates

Contact steven.r.walpert.naf@mail.mil or call 706-793-8552 for more information

November 15, 16, 22, & 23 December 5, 6, & 7, 2013

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Woodworth Consolidated Library Bldg. 33500, Rice Rd. | 706-791-7323

FREE REFERENCE/RESEARCH CLASSES To sign up, call 706-787-0230 or email thomas.g.moss@us.army.mil •

Woodworth Library Catalog (GLIS) October 1 Find Books, DVDs, Music CDs, and more.

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Academic OneFile October 8 Peer-reviewed, full-text articles from the world’s leading journals and reference sources.

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E-Book Readers Demo October 15 Come learn how to download E-books from AKO for your Nook or Kindle.

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History Reference Center October 22 Discover the many features in this database of American and World History.

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Heritagequest Online October 29 Unique material for both genealogical and historical researchers, with coverage dating back to the late 1700s.

Class times: 12-1 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. Books Around Town Book Club* Thursday, October 24, 6 p.m.-until Let’s go restaurant hopping and read a book while we do it! Contact Woodworth Consolidated Library to reserve your spot. The book selection for October is Orange is the New Black: My year in a Women’s Prison by Piper Kerman! The meeting location is Hooters on Washington Road.

Pre-School Story Hour Runs every Wednesday, 10-11 a.m., ages 2-5 Parents: Woodworth Consolidated Library warmly welcomes you and your children to participate in our Pre-school Story Hour; a series of fun and encouraging educational activities. Please join us in motivating our newest readers! To sign up, call 706-791-2449 or contact Joyce Daniels at joyce.daniels@ us.army.mil. Game Night at the Library* Wednesday, October 9, 5-8 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! Guest Lecture Series: The Perfect Gardener* Thursday, October 10, 2-3 p.m. Learn the dos and don’ts of flowers, insects, and produce from experts in the Field. Speakers are Dr. John Bass (Ret Col) and Dr. Deborah Bass. Banned Books Week 2013 30 September - 6 October Come check out a banned book from the Library! Banned Books Week (BBW) is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Held during the last week of September, Banned Books Week highlights the benefits of free and open access to information while drawing attention to the harms of censorship by spotlighting actual or attempted banning of books across the United States. Stop by the library to see our display, check out titles that have been targeted for banning, and celebrate your FREEDOM TO READ!

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo)* Special NaNoWriMo Workshop One day I’d like to write a novel... start at the Library! NaNoWriMo is a hands-on writing adventure where everyday people all around the world bash out a 50,000 word novel in 30 days. No judges or entry fees. Just a whole lot of fun! For more information, visit www. nanowrimo.org. Movie Night* Wednesday, October 23, 6-8 p.m. Come watch the original Hitchcock classic Psycho! We will have FREE candy and popcorn! 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 Piano and Guitar! eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMovies and eMusic Download your favorites free by registering with your I.D. card at the library, and then create a My Account at: http://mylibraryus. fmwr.net/search~S25 Login: to your ‘My Account’ and select ‘Free Downloads’. Find event flyers, online catalog, how-to guides, and more at the Library’s website: www.gordon. army.mil/library

*To sign up or for more information, call 706-787-0230 or email thomas.g.moss@ us.army.mil

Building 29300, 30th Street (706) 791-2390 www.fortgordon.com • AUTO REPAIRS • DIAGNOSTICS • OIL/FILTER/LUBE SERVICES

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• BG SERVICES • SELF HELP* • AND MORE

*A shop safety card is required for all self-help customers. To obtain a shop safety card you must watch the Safety Orientation video.

5 kilometer Zombie-Filled Haunted Trail Run October 26, 2013 | 9 a.m. Register online at: tinyurl.com/jw9b9yv

For more information, call 706-791-2556 or email Zombie5kfortgordon@yahoo.com

Pointes West Army Resort Proudly Presents (Family Friendly â&#x20AC;&#x201C; G Rated)

Saturday, November 9, 2013

Gate Opens 5:30 p.m. | Movie Begins 6:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets out to Pointes West for a newly released family movie shown on our outdoor screen on the beach. Raffle prizes and complimentary popcorn, drinks and sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;mores provided.

on the Beach

For more information, call (706) 541-1057

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Provide your feedback by visiting our homepage at www.gordon.army.mil. Look for the “Gordon BE HEARD!” logo then click on the ICE Customer Feedback link. Or better still, just code it! Now you can go directly to the ICE Customer Feedback page via smart phone and enter your comments directly!

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Soul food In Bingo Palace, Bldg. 15500, Corner of Lane Ave. and 15th St. | 706-791-5106 Tue.-Fri.: 5-10:30 p.m. | Sat.: 4-10 p.m. Specializing in soul food, Big Mama’s is opened for dinner only at the Jackpot Café in the Bingo Palace. If you feel comforted by mac n’ cheese, baked turkey wings or fried pork chops, Big Mama’s is your place!

What’s on the Menu?

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 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 Café 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 Thu.: 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m. | Fri.: 8:30 a.m.-10 p.m. | Sat.: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | Sun.: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. (Closed Mon.-Wed.)

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. (Closed Sun.)

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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.-1 p.m. | Sat., 9:30 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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Turkish/Mediterranean Cuisine In Signal Towers, Bldg. 29808, Chamberlain Ave. | 706-791-5849 Mon.-Fri.: 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Breakfast served until 10:30 a.m.

For delectable Mediterranean cuisine, head over to Signal Towers! Serving both breakfast and lunch, Shishkebab serves a range of omelet platters and breakfast sandwiches, as well as salads, lunch plates, pastries and much more!

What’s on the Menu?

Stuffed Grape Leaves: 4 pieces – $3.00 Mediterranean Salad with Drink: Lettuce, onion, green onion, parsley, red bell peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, pickled red cabbage, boiled egg, black olives – $5.50 Gyro Wrap Combo: Gyro, fries, soft drink and Tzatziki sauce – $7.99 Grilled Salmon Platter with Drink: Grilled Salmon with Turkish spices, served with rice, salad, pita and Tzatziki sauce – $9.25

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 Room 382, Bldg. 33720, 307 Chamberlain Ave. FYI Advertising Sales 706-791-3912 Room 337, Bldg. 33720, 307 Chamberlain Ave.

Fort Gordon Thrift Shop 706-791-2779 Bldg. 39102, Behind The Exchange

CYSS Youth Sports & Fitness 706-791-5104 Bldg. 45410, 46th St.

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

FYI Creative Director 706-791-3218

Outreach 706-791-8358

FYI Editorial 706-791-6234

Relocation Services Welcome Center: Darling Hall, Rm. 172 Lending Closet: Darling Hall, Rm. 172 706-791-4181/1922

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Community Services Army Community Services (ACS) 706-791-3579 / Toll Free: 1-877-310-5741 Suites 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

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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.

Gordon Fitness Center 706-791-2647 Bldg. 29607, Barnes Ave. Gordon Lakes Golf Club 706-791-2433 Bldg. 537, Range Rd. Gordon Lanes 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.

“NEED TO KNOW” DIRECTORY

Gym #6 – Fitness Center 706-791-6872 Bldg. 21713, 21st St.

Fort Gordon & Community Credit Union 706-793-0012 Bldg. 36305, Ave. of the States

Hilltop Riding Stable 706-791-4864 Bldg. 509, North Range Rd.

Fort Gordon Housing Office 706-791-5116/7067/9658

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 Army Volunteer Corps 706-791-3880 Room 169, Bldg. 33720, 307 Chamberlain Ave. Commissary 706-791-3718 Bldg. 37200, 3rd Ave. By-Pass The Exchange 706-793-7171 Bldg. 38200 Southeastern Stages, Inc – Bus Station 706-793-0026 Bldg. 36200, 36th St.

Fort Gordon Recycling 706-791-7881/706-831-3409 (cell) Bldg. 997, 10th St. and Chamberlain Ave.

Connect with MWR:

Gordon’s Car Care Auto Skills Center 706-791-2390 Bldg. 29300, 30th St. ID Card Section/DEERS Office 706- 791-1927/1930 Darling Hall, Bldg. 33720

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IHG Army Hotels 706-790-3676

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Military Police Station 706-791-4380/4537 NAF Civilian Personnel Office 706-791-6382 Office of the Staff Judge Advocate 706-791-3148 Post Information 706-791-0110 Public Affairs Office (PAO) 706-791-7003 Bldg. 29801, Nelson Hall, 520 Chamberlain Ave. 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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