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In April we celebrate Month of the MilitaryChild, our chance to honor the children of Fort

Campbell. During this month there are a host of activities featuring the theme “101 Things I Love.”

All of these activities are fun for kids as well as parentsand encourage bonding and togetherness. You can learn more

about these great activities by checking out our calendar on page 8 and byreading the featured article on page 4. In this issue, we also find out moreabout how childcare centers work and the specialized training required ofthose who care for our children on page 14. As an extra special treat thismonth, we asked Chef Bob to prepare some quick and healthy treats for kidson page 10. These recipes will be enjoyed by both adults and children andare very easy to prepare.

April is also Child Abuse Awareness Month and a proclamation hasbeen signed by our Garrison Commander, COL Perry C. Clark. You can viewthis proclamation on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/FortCampbellMWR. If you are not a fan of our Facebookpage yet, now is a great time to join us!

Speaking of cooking, we have exciting news about a great eventcoming to Fort Campbell. Read all about it on page 16. We have also included some great information about local attractions and amusementparks, recycling and energy savings, as well as events for National LibraryMonth and the upcoming Military Spouse Appreciation Week activities. There are some great ideas to fill up your calendar with fun for the wholemonth and beyond!

Gardening in April is when it really starts to get exciting. You shouldbe seeing shoots of green from those lettuces, kale, spring onions and other“cool weather crop seeds” that you planted in March. You may need to thinout seedlings to prevent overcrowding. You will also want to do some winterclean-up. Remove dead canes from your rose bushes as well as getting rid ofdead branches, leaf litter, and other debris around your yard. Check yourlocal area to find out about restrictions for pick up of these items, or betteryet, start your own compost pile! It is also a great idea to sketch or drawyour garden plan for this year. It will be a great resource for you next yearwhen you start planting. It is always a good idea to rotate crops to improvesoil and reduce disease and pest infestation. Keeping a plan in your recordsmakes it much easier to plan for next year’s crop. Enjoy the warmer weather!

EditorMelissa Wells

ContributorsChris CampbellSharlene CarterAndrea LatimoreCharlene MazurKeri McPeakTess PetersonJan WagnerMary Vozar RN, MSN, CIMI

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Disclaimers:Fort Campbell’s MWR Life Magazine is a monthly magazine produced by the Fort Campbell MWR Marketing Department under the authority of AR 215-1.Facilities and activities publicized are open to authorizedpatrons.

The purpose of Fort Campbell MWR Life is to providecurrent information about Fort Campbell MWR activitiesand events; to share ideas which will help readers become educated about Fort Campbell MWR activitiesand motivate them to take full advantage of these programs that contribute to our Fort Campbell Soldiersand Military Families’ better quality of life. Views andopinions expressed are those of the authors. The mention or appearance of commercial advertisers, commercial sponsors and/or their logos does not constitute endorsement by the Federal Government.

The information in this issue is current at the time of publication; activities and events are subject to change.

MWR Marketing is located at 5663 Screaming EagleBlvd, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. For more information, call 270-798-7535 or log on to www.fortcampbellmwr.com.24 hr. event line - 270-798-3172www.facebook.com/fortcampbellmwr

Celebrate the Military Child

Melissa Wells, Editormwrlifeeditor@fortcampbellmwr.com

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By Chris Cambell

Every April is a time to lift up our most valuable treasures and rejoice because this month is all about THEM. April has been set aside by the Army to celebrate what it means to be a Military Child. Therefore, this year Child, Youth and School Services (CYSS)has come up with a common theme to celebrate these children. Mariah Bridges, a kindergarden student at Marshall School Age Services, has figured out what we should do, and how it should be done. Little Miss Bridges walked into an office with some influentialCYSS people and said “101 things I love. I love a sunny day!” Light bulbs went off and the wheels started to turn as the room rolled outand went to work. With this idea, CYSS started developing events to go along with the theme, “101 Things That We Love.” The ideashave included t-shirt designs, a book designed around 100 things that children like, lock ins, fashion shows, field days, track meets,dances, carnivals, parades, food experiences that only a child would love, and much more. What makes this so special is that a childtook a basic and simple approach and made professionals step back and say “Why didn’t we think of that?” Good job Mariah! Thismonth is a time to thank Military Children and celebrate what makes a child a child and allow them to be just that - a child. We sometimes take for granted what we have and the blessings that we have received. I live by a quote that I think is worth repeating.“Look at the world from my perspective and really care about my needs. Let me know you appreciate what I do. Give me time to beupset and time to cry. Let me use tools that I contain, but pull and twist what I seem not to find easy – Don’t let go when I deserve tobe grounded and let me see what you see.” With the experience of a 5 year old we were able to capture the essence of this message.

What do they like? Mariah Bridges andhundreds of other children this month get to expressthemselves with colorful art, dance and fashion. TheSchool Age Services (SAS) program also has adoptedMiss Bridges’ philosophy by putting together a fashion show. The show is all from the perspective of the children and how they see their world. No donations or sponsorship, just outfits bedazzled,chopped and rearranged to fit the view of each child.Stage design, the flavor of the music, and fingerfoods all set up and prepared by children. Whoknows what we might see or eat; this is their day andtheir world. Don’t forget other activities that will begoing on that the children wanted. “We love IceCream!” they screamed, so let us all scream for icecream at our Ice Cream Social; chanting their SchoolAge Services (SAS) site name as they enter the starting blocks for their 4th annual Hershey Track andField extravaganza. Not to be outdone, the Child Development Centers have a slick parade that willkick off the month. This will lead into their Kidrifficactivities - field days, creative programming, andunique child driven activities. SAS will also have aField Day with cotton candy, snow cones, site challenges, food fights, and other activities designed around getting dirty and having fun. Other activities planned include: a girls’ Pamper Meday, What Boys Do Day, a lock-in, cooking experiences, daily challenges, and communityservice projects.

No matter what activities are happening in Child, Youth and School Services during theMonth of the Military Child, the children are thefocus and celebrating them is our honor. It is allabout 101 things they love and since they love them,we do too. Check out the Month of the MilitaryChild Calendar of Events in this issue.

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Either way, Fort Campbell Child, Youth andSchool Services (CYSS) can help. CYSS enhances the emotional, social, physical,intellectual and creative growth of childrenand youth in a culturallydiverse environment. Fort Campbell Child Development Centers, orCDCs, provide full-timeand hourly childcare forchildren six weeks throughfive years of age in a nurturing, trusting, secure and healthy environment. During theMonth of the MilitaryChild, we focus on ChildDevelopment Centers and what they offer Military Families.

Every year,CYSS conducts a SelfStudy. During the SelfStudy, CYSS looks at eachaspect of their facilitiesand care provided to see what is workingand what is not. Any changes that need tobe made are addressed right away. Oncethat test has been completed, the RegionalHeadquarters conducts an annual assessment called the Installation Child andYouth Evaluation Team. The CYSS Headquarters assessment addresses theSelf Study as well as looking at each facilityand its staff more in depth. Once theHeadquarters has approved the installationCYSS, a Department of Defense Certificateof Operation is issued. Every U.S. Army installation CYSS must obtain the DOD Certificate of Operation each and everyyear. Without the certificate, the facilitieswill not remain open. These high standardsare what makes Army childcare a benchmark for the rest of the country.

To provide an educational atmosphere, Fort Campbell Child Development Centers are accreditedthrough the National Association for the

Education of Young Children (NAEYC).Accreditation is essential because itrecognizes those programs that provide high quality care and education to young children. MilitaryFamilies have a unique opportunity forchildcare through the outstanding facilities on post. The purpose of FortCampbell CDCs is not only to fosterchild development; it is also to maintain the readiness of Soldiers by

providing a safeenvironment fortheir children. Tomaintain facilities andchild development,the Fort CampbellCYSS facilities maintain partnershipswith the Public HealthOffice, the Safety Office, and the firedepartments. Bykeeping these relationships strong,CYSS ensures thatchildren are safe in all facilities.

So what makesCDCs developmentalinstead of just day cares? Children

enrolled in Fort Campbell Child Development Centers start out as young assix weeks old and continue through age 5.Child and Youth Program Assistants (CYPA)foster the development of children at everyage throughplay. Each interactionwith childrenis used as a learning experience.Whether theaction is putting awaytoys or learning essential communication skills,CYPAs are trained to mentor children. EachCYPA strives to complete their Child Development Associate certificate withintwo years of employment at Fort CampbellCDCs. The work required for this certificate

affords the quality training and knowledgeneeded to provide cutting edge childcare.Many of the staffers at Fort Campbell CDCsare Military Spouses. They understand thestrain put on Military Families, and are ableto provide camaraderie and support intimes of need.

In support of the Army FamilyCovenant, Child, Youth and School Services offers respite childcare two Saturdays each month from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.and one Friday a month from 6 p.m. to 10p.m. All children who have a parent who isa deployed Soldier are eligible for this service. Children must be registered withCYSS in order to participate. Please seethe current Super Saturday and FridayNight Out Schedule for more information.

Month of the Military Child is atime to celebrate the kids that keep ourmilitary strong. Many programs and eventswill be happening throughout the month ofApril at Fort Campbell CDCs. Be sure tocheck out the Child Development Center

where your child is registered to see what ishappening. The theme for2010 Month of the MilitaryChild is 101 Reasons It IsGreat To Be a Military Child.With all of the hard workCYSS staffers commit toevery day, parents and kidswill surely be able to identify101 reasons it is great to bea Military Kid!

If you are not registered with Child, Youthand School Services and you wish to be,please call the Parent Central Services at(270) 798-0674. Respite care schedule isavailable athttp://www.fortcampbellmwr.com/CYS/.

By Tess Peterson

A re you just arriving at FortCampbell and looking forchildcare? Perhaps you

are a new parent wondering aboutyour childcare options.

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CYSSParade to kickoff Month of the Military Child.Wear T-Shirt

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CYSSCrazy Hat DayEdgePaintball Ages 13-18ODR Paintball Field 4:30 - 6:30 pmFridays

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Super Saturday9am - 5pm

4Easter

Hooper BowlingFamily Day

5CYSSCrazy Sock DayHooper BowlingSpring Break SpecialTYCPajama Day

12CYSSRed, White and Blue DayEdgeRock ClimbingFreedom FightersAges 11-184:30 - 6:30 pmMondays

19CYSSRecycle Day

20CYSSBackwards DayEdgeHot Shots TrapShootingODR Skeet RangeAges 15-184:30 - 6:30 pmTuesdays

21CYSSFacilities Beautification Day

21CYSSEarth DayPlanting DayEdgeDance Dance RevolutionDW RECAges 11-184:30 - 6:30 pmThursdays

13CYSSBring your TeddyBear Day

14CYSSMix Match DayEdgeStained GlassClassGuenette Arts & Crafts CenterAges 15-184:30 - 6:30 pmWednesdays

15CYSSArt Day Self PortraitTeen Connect FairLibraryCraft Day11am - 2pm

17Super Saturday9am - 5pm

16CYSSInside Out Day

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26CYSSBubbles & Kite Day

27CYSSWacky SunglassDay

28CYSSKidriffic Day(Day Pre-School)

Science Day

29CYSSKidriffic day(Day Pre-School)

Reading Day

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30CYSSKidriffic Day(Strong Beginnings& Pre-K)

Picnic Day

For more informationabout EDGEPrograms(270)412-4590(270)498-8002michael.samson6@us.army.mile

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6CYSSArmy DayDress up like yourArmy parentHooper BowlingSpring Break SpecialTYCGirls’ Pamper DayMr. Man Day

22CYSSKidriffic Day(TN CDC,CDC 1 & 2Bastogne & FFC)Sports DayFriday Night Out6-10 pm

7CYSS60’s & 70’s Dress up dayHooper BowlingSpring Break SpecialTYCJersey Day

8CYSSIce Cream SocialHooper BowlingSpring Break SpecialTYCField Day

9CYSSPajama DayTeen Fashion ShowHooper BowlingSpring Break SpecialTYCMovie Day

10Children’s GolfClinic9am - 11amFamily Fun FairACS OlympicsBack to Basics Fun Day12pm - 4pmDestiny Parks

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By Melissa Wells

April is the Month of the Military Child and a great time to celebrate and have fun. As we honor these wonderful Military Children, we have to remember that Families arestill busy and there is a constant juggle to fit in work, play, activities and the tasks thatmake up the busy day to day life of a Family. That’s why we thought that this would bea perfect opportunity to get together with Chef Bob and figure out some quick, easy,and healthy treats for kids. As usual, Chef Bob was very excited and began immediately whipping up some fantastic recipes to share with you. These are simplerecipes that offer kids a great chance to help out mom or dad in the kitchen and maybetry their hand at making snacks. It is also a great opportunity for parents and kids to dosomething fun together. Sometimes the best conversations and moments are sharedwith an activity. Best of all, most of these snacks can be made in under 20 minutes and

can be prepared in advance;great to keep handy for afterschool snacks! Enjoy these fantastic treats and have a happy and safe Month ofthe Military Child!

For more information about Chef Bob’s recipes for kids, check out MWR Life on Air, airing the week of April 12 when Chef Bob demonstrates some of these recipes withthe help of some of Fort Campbell’s kids!

PEPPERONI ROLLS

2 packages frozen bread dough (thawed)

Pepperoni (sliced or cubed)

Cheese (cubed or shredded, any type)

Butter (melted)

Romano cheese (grated)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Slice dough into 1/2 inch slices

and place a piece of pepperoni

and cheese in the center of each

slice. Roll the dough around the

pepperoni and cheese and make sure it is sealed.

Place rolls on a cookie sheet 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10 – 15 minutes or until golden brown.

As rolls begin to brown, brush with melted butter

and sprinkle with grated cheese. Yum!

APPLES & CREAM CHEESE DIP

5 medium apples (cored and sliced)

1/2 cup orange juice

1 8oz. package cream cheese (softened)

2 Tbsp brown sugar

1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Core apples, immediately place them in a large bowl

and pour orange juice over them. Stir apples to

thoroughly coat (this prevents browning). Using a

mixer, combine cream cheese, brown sugar and vanilla.

Place mixture into individual dipping bowls.

Remove apples from orange juice and dip in the cream

cheese mixture.

5 stalks celery

1/2 cup peanut butter

1/4 cup raisins

Cut celery stalks in half and

spread with peanut butter.

Sprinkle with raisins and serve. Cream cheese may

be used in place of peanut butter.

BANANA WRAP

1 flour tortilla or sandwich wrap

3 Tbsp peanut butter

1 banana

Jelly (optional)

Lay the sandwich wrap or tortilla flat

and spread with peanut butter, jelly, or

both. Peel the banana and place it on

one side of the wrap. Roll up while

tucking ends in, like a burrito. You could

use fruit flavord cream cheese instead of

peanut butter in the recipe too. Enjoy!

ANTS ON A LOG

1. ACS Financial Readiness (270) 79855182. Air Assault Auto (270) 956-1101/11003. Army Community Service (270) 798-93224. Army Education Center (270) 798-58865. Arts & Crafts Center (270) 798-66936. ASYMCA (270) 798-74227. Auto Skills North (270) 798-56128. Auto Skills South (270) 798-63179. Baldanado Pool (270) 798-520710. BOSS Program (270) 798-785811. Building 3301 (270) 412-231512. Child Development Center #1 (270) 439-799313. Child Development Center #2 (270) 439-799614. Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (270) 798-716115. Clarksville Base PFC (270) 798-600616. Cole Park Community Activities Center (270) 798-4610

Cole Park Southern Buffet16. Cole Park Golf Club/19th Hole Snack Bar (270) 798-4906/182217. CYSS Central Registration (270) 798-067410. D.W. Recreation Center (270) 798-739118. Dawg Haus (270) 798-076619. Destiny Parks & Pavilions (270) 798-2175

20. Directorate of MWR (270) 798-995321. Discovery Center (270) 798-273722. Dolan Pool (270) 798-53505. Engraving Etc (270) 798-017123. Estep Wellness Center (270) 798-4664/402324. Family Child Care (270) 798-495925. Family Resource Center (270) 956-293526. Fort Campbell Riding Stables (270) 798-262927. Fratellenico PFC (270) 798-941828. Freedom Fighters PFC (270) 798-735529. Gardner Indoor Pool (270) 798-631030. Gear-To-Go (270) 798-680631. Gertsch PFC (270) 798-275332. Hooper Bowling Center (270) 798-588733. Leisure Travel Services Office (270) 798-743634. Lozada PFC (270) 798-430635. MWR Public Relations Office & (270) 798-7535

Installation In/Out Processing Bldg20. MWR Unit Funds/IMWRF Collections (270) 798-681836. North Dog Park (270) 798-217537. North Softball Complex (270) 798-332038. Olive PFC (270) 798-4101

39. Outdoor Recreation (270) 798-217539. Paintball/Survival Games (270) 798-462040. Part Day Preschool (270) 798-067441. R.F. Sink Library (270) 798-572942. Recycling Center (270) 798-452743. Richardson Army Lodging (931) 431-449644. School Age Services (270) 798-412945. SFAC (270) 412-600046. Single Pool (270) 798-424747. Skeet Range (270) 412-401548. SKIESUnlimited Center (270) 412-545549. South Softball Complex (270) 798-332050. Sports Admin Office / Fryar Stadium (270) 798-309451. Sportsman's Lodge (931) 431-414052. Joe Swing Park (270) 798-2175 44. Taylor Youth Center (270) 798-364353. Teen Club 24/7 (270) 956-103354. Turner Army Lodging (270) 439-2229

1 (800) GO ARMY 155. Veterinary Services (270) 798-361444. Youth Sports Program (270) 798-6355

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By Mary Vozar RN, MSN, CIMINew Parent Support - Home Visitor

Managing springtime allergies is easy aslearning your ABCs. A is for Awareness.

Being aware of when allergy season begins is the first line of defensewhen addressing allergy symptons.

In this neck of the woods, it can begin as early as February for trees,early April for flowers and year-round for grass. Knowing what triggers your allergies is the first step in getting ahead of

the game. B is for Beneficial.

It’s beneficial to find the besttreatment plan for you and your child.Once you experience symptoms such assneezing, coughing, watery eyes, runnynose, and congestion, controlling thesymptoms with over the counter orprescribed medication is themost helpful solution. Thereare many natural home remedies out there, but consulting your primary careprovider or allergist will provide you and your Familywith the best plan of care.

C is for Control. Controlling is a positive spin on what’s

known as prevention. The following prevention techniques can go a long way inmanaging your springtime allergies.

• Avoid high pollen areas that are known triggers for allergies.

• Your local weather forecast is your friend, check out daily pollen counts and stay indoors if the count is high.

• School-aged children need to be prepared. The school nurse is an excellent resource for your child, even for mild symptoms.

• Wear long sleeve shirts and pants to cover skin.

• Change your home air filters regularly.• Wash your hands.

• Vacuum regularly including baseboards and behind the stove and refrigerator.

• Shower in the evening rather than the morning so the pollen is out of your hair.

• Have someone else mow your lawn and stay off the grass the day it’s cut, make sure the cut grass is bagged and removed.

• Remove clothing and shoes at the front door so it reduces the transfer of pollen throughout your home.

By following some basic ABCs,you will come a long way in

managing and combatingspringtime allergies.

A special side note formoms of babies from “TheBaby Book” by Sears &Sears. “To tell whether it’s

a cold versus allergies,check out the nasal

secretions, with an allergy thebaby’s nose will run and the drainage is

clear and watery compared to nasaldrainage from a cold that’s thick and won’tdrain or it dangles, accompanied by othersigns of infection such as fever. Please remember to always check with your pediatrician for any concerns you have withyour child.”

As a child,I remember beingdropped off at myGreat Aunt’s housewhile my Motherwent to work. Ilater found out thatmy Great Aunt was running a daycarecenter out of her home. Parents from surrounding neighborhoods would bringtheir children to her daycare because theyfelt that it was a safe and friendly environment, and they could trust who was watching their children. Choosingchild care can be difficult. Parents not onlyhave to worry about their child’s safety, but they also have to worry about the quality of the facility where their childrenlearn and grow.

The U.S. Army Family Child Care(FCC) Program is one of many child careoptions provided for Military Families. The FCC program is an in-home child care system that provides flexible hours, a

comfortable Family like setting,and activities based on real life experiences. All homes operatedby FCC providers are Army certified. Providers go through extensive training and have topass stringent background checksand inspections. Groups ofproviders are networked with

their own director and trainer and managedlike a child development center.

FCC homes also meet specific requirements related to health, fire prevention, safety, and child developmentand are regularly visited and inspected byFCC, Child, Youth & School Services(CYSS), and Installation representatives.Most homes offer full-day, part-day, andhourly care. Some homes offer special services that include evening and weekendhours, and care for special needs childrenand mildly ill children. FCC homes offer agreat environment for children of differentages to learn from each other in a smallgroup setting. Parents can expect their

children to receive the same quality of care in an FCC home as in a child development center.

If you want to find a happy “homeaway- from- home” atmosphere for yourchildren, then the Army Family Child CareProgram is for you! For more informationabout FCC Providers, visitwww.armyfcc.com or email them at campcysfcc@us.army.mil .

Interested in Becoming an FCCProvider?

Want to stay at home with your children andearn some extra income?

Become an FCC provider. All providers gothrough extensive training, and become Armycertified at no cost. In addition, providers haveaccess to a free loan of equipment, USDA Food

Program reimbursements, and financial incentives. For more information on how to

become a provider, visitwww.fortcampbellmwr.com/CYS/FCC

or call (270) 798-4959.

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How many times have you watched shows likethese and thought, “Gosh, they make that look so easy, but there is justno way that I could do that.”Well, Fort Campbell is offering you the chance to experience a top chef andcooking show in person with Chef Jon Ashton andthe Relish Cooking Show and Expo.

The Expo andshow will be available to current military ID card holders to include: activeduty, Retirees, and FamilyMembers. Although the final details are still being ironed out, make sure youmark your calendar and plan on being at ColePark Commons on April 22. Doors open at 5 p.m.with the start of the Expo, followed by the showat 7 p.m. It is sure to be an experience fromwhich you and the whole Family will enjoy and remember.

Chef Ashton grew up in Liverpool,England and learned the joy of cooking as achild through his grandmother. He has madeguest appearances on the Tonight Show withJay Leno and the TODAY Show. Jon hasalso worked with celebrities and recognized culinary idols such as Vince Vaughn, SethGreen, Andy Garcia, Rachael Ray, PaulaDean, Emeril Lagasse, Martha Stewart andGiada De Laurentis, to name a few. He is alsothe Executive Chef for the Relish Magazine and travels the world doing media tours and presentations.

Relish Magazine is a monthly magazine filled with wonderfully easy and tastyrecipes that reaches approximately 15 millionhouseholds nationwide. Residents of Kentuckyare happy to receive their monthly copy of theRelish Magazine in the Kentucky New Era. Fort Campbell residents will soon be able to enjoythis same bonus. Once a month,starting April 22, the FortCampbell Courier will includethe Relish Magazine as an insert

for Fort Campbell residents toenjoy. To kick-off this exciting addition for the Fort CampbellCourier, Jon Ashton and the Relish Cooking Show and Expowill be visiting Fort Campbell.According to Ted Jatczak fromthe Kentucky New Era and FortCampbell Courier, “We have

had the good fortune to workwith Jon Ashton for Relish CookingSchools in Hopkinsville the past twoyears. When the opportunity presented itself to bring the showand expo to Fort Campbell, weJUMPED at the opportunity. Hisrecipes include a heavy dose oflaughter and entertainment - youwill not leave disappointed.“ This issure to be a fun filled evening as

you experience a wonderful atmosphere jam packed with excitement, sensational food, and laughter. Critics have nothing but positive comments and reviews areraving about the high energy Ashton who exudesa passion for food and life. The Shelbyville

Times-Gazette said, “This is not your ordinary cooking show. Though technique and useful kitchen tips willbe sprinkled over the evening’sagenda, Ashton’s charisma, audience interaction, and British witare expected to be the real show

stopper.” Through Chef Ashton’s passion, he hasdeveloped a mission to

share the art and education of food. Visiting schools,exposing children to healthy habits,

and teaching them notto be afraid of food isone of the many joysJon shares at each placehe visits. Fort Campbellwill be in for a real treatas Ashton visits select locations during his stay.Expo and show goers canexpect vendor booths,local product and food samples, door prizes, lots oflaughter and fun, and somuch more!

For more information about the Relish CookingShow and Expo, please call (270) 798-7535.

From Relish Magazine

A mericans are fascinated bycooking shows. This phenomenon is evident by

the popularity of The Food Network and shows like Ace ofCakes, and Top Chef.

By Keri McPeak

Chocolate Cream Pie3 cups whole or 2% reduced-fat milk1 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 1⁄2 Tbsp cornstarch3 egg yolks3 tablespoons butter2 teaspoons vanilla 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped1 (9-inch) pastry shell, baked

Whipped cream

Heat milk in microwave until hot. Sift sugar, flour and cornstarch into a saucepan. Add milk,stirring until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; reduce heat and cook until thickand bubbly. Whisk in egg yolks and simmer 3minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter,vanilla and chocolate. Stir until chocolate ismelted. Let cool. Pour into cooled pastry shelland chill at least 2 hours. Top with whippedcream.

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By Jan Wagner

How do we start? The whole process canseem overwhelming; save the planet, savethe polar bears, and recently save the polarice cap. Daunting! How can we as a military community do our part?

Start with tracking a normal day.Time how long you are in the shower. Howmany lights did you turn on from the bedroom to the kitchen? Did you turn themoff as you left the rooms? Have you got thecoffee maker going, do you turn it off afteryou’ve poured your cup? Do the kids havethe tap running wide open as they arebrushing their teeth? The music is playingon your MP3 while you dress and get breakfast ready; the television is playingcartoons. What’s for breakfast? Is the stoveor the microwave running? Are you planning lunches for the day; how are youpackaging them? Wow, we haven’t evengot the kids to school and ourselves to workand already we can do a lot!

First let’s take a page out of theMyth Busters many challenges and talkabout the lights in our home. We can startby replacing our old light bulbs with new

energy efficient bulbs.They have been

proven to useless energyand last longerthan the traditionalbulbs. Thenwe can turnlights out every

time we leave the room. It is notcheaper to leavethem on! Alltests concludedthat you cannot

leave the room fora second without it

being an energy savings to turn thelights off. Not only will

this conserve energy, but it will save youmoney on your electric bill – bonus! Remember to turn of the radio and TVwhen not in use and the savings goes up.

Next, reduce your shower time.Who doesn’t enjoy standing under the hotwater, losing track of time, just soaking?This is a luxury that literally sends resourcesand your hard earned paycheck down thedrain. The same goes for brushing yourteeth at the sink. Turn the water off whilebrushing and then rinse out the sink whenyou finish. Likewise when running the laundry or dishwasher, ensure you have afull load before hitting the start button. Youuse half the water and energy on two fullloads verses four half loads.

Plan out your menus, know whereyour ingredients are, open the refrigeratoronce to take out supplies and once to putthem away. Don’t preheat the oven too farin advance. Only turn on the burner whenyou are ready to start cooking. Are youpacking lunches? Use a lunch box or bagwith a reusable plastic sandwich container,buy big bags of chips and divide them intosmaller portions, send a thermos for drinks.Every day this saves the landfills from thesandwich bags and individual chip bags andbeverage containers. Too much work?Price out the cost of all the disposable lunchproducts over the course of a month;maybe school lunch is a better option.

We are fortunate to have recyclingoperations on post through DPW and theDFMWR Recycling center. In the local communities they have set up recycle pointsat the dump sites throughout the city. Setup three bins in your garage, one for glass,one for plastic, and one for paper and cardboard (some receiving locations will require you to separate glass by color, others will ask for plastic to be sorted bycodes). Make it a Family mission to see howfew trash bags you can use in a weekby filling the recycle bins!

Do you have a charging station? Get a power strip and locateit where all of your Family membershave access. Plug in items that needto be recharged. Then, before leaving the house for the day, flip theoff switch on the power strip.

All too often we are overwhelmed by a problem, thatwhen separated into smaller sections

is easy to solve. Do your part by startingsmall at home. Turn off the water, consolidate loads of laundry, turn off excesslighting, and recycle. Once you’ve tackledthese we can move onto environmentallyfriendly cleaning products, canvas shopping bags and smart cars!

Y ou can’t turn on the radioor television without hearing about the multiple

global initiatives to “Go Green,”Reduce/Reuse/Recycle, reduceyour carbon footprint, and improve water conservation.

Tips:1. Contact the local recycle center for specifics

of separating and pick up/drop off times.a. 798-4527 (DFMWR)b. 798-5695 (DPW)

2. Switch to green cleaning supplies.3. Store reusable grocery bags in your vehicle.4. Make it a Family mission, set incentives,

have fun! 5. Earth Day is April 22, find an event in

your area.

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It is a wonderful opportunity to honorSpouses and the work that they do for Soldiers and Families throughout the year.This year, Fort Campbell is honoringSpouses with a week’s worth of fun and fantastic activities and events as USAA Military Spouse Appreciation Week startson May 3. Be sure to sign up, because youwon’t want to miss out on all of the fun!

The week starts off with a“Hooah!” as Spouses participate as a Soldier for a Day on Monday, May 3. Riseand shine recruits, because the activitystarts at 0700 with Physical Training (PT) forthe entire group. After that, you will headout to the Outdoor Recreation ChallengeCourse for some adrenaline pumping adventures with climbing walls, land navigation, and a ropes course on a 50 foot vertical “jungle gym.” Participants inthis activity will also enjoy lunch together. Soldier for a Day is limited to the first 60 participants.

On Tuesday, May 4, BlanchfieldArmy Community Hospital is holding aWomen’s Health Fair from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Starting at 8 a.m., classes will be offered including: Coping with Marriage ina Distant Relationship, Car Seat Safety, SunProtection, Breast Health, and more.There will also be a tour of the Fisher Houseas well as the newly renovated dining facilityat Blanchfield. A complimentary lunch will

be provided for this event. This event is limited to the first 60 applicants.

There will be a Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon on May 5, 11 a.m.until 1 p.m., at Cole Park Commons.Guests will have the honor of listening toSylvia Kidd, Director of Family Programs forAUSA, as she delivers the Keynote address.Mrs. Kidd is a Military Spouse and hasserved in many different positions throughout her storied career. She has alsoachieved numerous awards and citations.Tickets for the luncheon are $10 and can bepurchased at the Family Resource Center,ACS Building 5661, as well as the April Information Exchange. Lunch includesChicken Chardonnay, wild rice, wholegreen beans with red peppers, and adessert. The Military Spouse AppreciationVideo will also debut at this event.

Now it’s time for some serious restand relaxation, because Thursday, May 6 isSpa Night! The event, atCole Park Commons,starts at 6 p.m. and continues until 10 p.m.The first 300 to registerwill be treated to mini facials, pedicures, spray tanning, and more. If that doesn’t get your attention, then maybethis will…diamonds!That’s right; USAA issponsoring a DiamondDig with a certifiedgemologist where youwill have the chance to win a real diamond

or a beautiful cubic zirconium.Complimentary childcare isavailable, but is limited to 100spaces. These are available ona first come, first served basisand children must be registeredwith CYSS.

Finally, the week culminates in the MilitarySpouse Conference at the Family Resource Center from8:15 a.m. until 3 p.m. This fullday event gives MilitarySpouses the opportunity to attend a variety of classes ranging from self defense tocrafts, to financial readiness.USAA’s J. J. Montanero will be

offering a class on money matters. Participants will also enjoy a fantastic lunchOpening remarks will be provided by HollyPetraeus, a former Fort Campbell Spouseand wife of General David Petraeus. Ticketsfor this event are $15 to include classes andlunch. Patrons will be allowed to pick fourclasses from the list provided and every effort will be made to place participants intothe class of their choice. Childcare is available through the ASYMCA Co-Op on a

first come, first servedbasis and will be limited to the first 75to register.

USAA MilitarySpouse AppreciationWeek provides an opportunity forSpouses to get together, gain valuable information,and enjoy each other’scompany in a positiveand exciting environ-

ment. Military Spouseswork hard every day and it is a pleasure tohonor them with such a wonderful variety of events and services. These events are for active duty Spouses only, with the exception of the Military Spouse Luncheon on May 5, which is open toeveryone. Registration will be available online from April 1 – 16 at www.fortcampbellmwr.com/SpouseAppreciation.Be sure to sign up early, as space is limitedfor all events. Events like these would notbe possible without the support of oursponsors, USAA,Mugshots by Dana, Luigi’sPizza, and more. Mentionof sponsors does not implygovernment endorsement.

By Melissa Wells

T he Friday before Mother’sDay each year has beendesignated at Military

Spouse Appreciation Day.

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National Library Week was first celebrated in 1958 with the theme, “Wake Upand Read!” This was based upon researchthat Americans were spending less on booksand more on the purchase of radios, televisions, and musical instruments. Whilebooks are still in competition with audiovisualformats of entertainment, the nation’s currenteconomic situation more accurately accountsfor decreased book sales.This year’s theme, “Communities Thrive @ yourLibrary,” emphasizes thevalue that libraries add to the community.

With record unemployment, job losses,housing foreclosures, and stimulus bailouts; librariesare being rediscovered. Libraries are no longerviewed as the silent buildingwhere you are shushed bythe bun wearing, bespectacled librarian. Libraries are the hipplace to be. We have embraced technologyand offer a large variety of programs and services relevant to both individuals and

Families, regardless of economic status. How are we relevant to the needs of

our patrons? First, when your materials arelate you will receive a reminder notice andupon return all we say is, “thank you for returning the materials.” This is a standardbusiness practice for all military libraries. Second, the collection of materials that we circulate is current and appeals to all library

users. At R.F. Sink Library, weoffer not only books, but booksin CD format, digital books forboth adults and juveniles, andDVDs including Blu-ray format.Third, the Army library’s vastcollection is accessible 24/7 withthe click of a mouse from thecomfort of your own home,even during deployment. While most of the services previously mentioned appeal to the quality of life of Soldiersand their Families, we also offer

services in direct support to theArmy’s mission.

We recognize that in order for themilitary community to thrive, library servicesneeded to be relevant to the 21st century

Army. While our core services to the militarycommunity have not changed, the methodology in providing these services haschanged. The birth of a true Union Catalog orGLIS allows Soldiers to view the Army’s Librarycollection beyond their installation. R.F. SinkLibrary meets the needs of Soldiers by providing military personnel with computer access to complete required mission relatedtraining (i.e. Risk Assessment and Anti-Terrorism). We also provided CAC cardreaders that allow Soldiers access to theArmy’s Portal AKO so that Soldiers can reviewofficial military records, print off Leave andEarning Statements (LES) and register or update their CAC card. We also offer testproctoring for military and civilians for free.Whatever your needs, R.F. Sink Library is herefor you.

By Sharlene Carter

Spring is here and fun in the sun should be theonly thing on your mind! MWR Leisure TravelServices has your forecast for Family fun, withmany adventures just a short drive away. We areyour one stop shop with tickets for amusement,attractions, accommodations, and more.

Check out the city life in Memphis. We offer tickets for Elvis Presley’s Gracelandwhich has four new exhibits. After you visit withthe King of Rock n’ Roll, be sure to check out the king of the jungle at the Memphis Zoo orventure over to the Stax Museum of AmericanSoul Music.

Chattanooga will amaze you with thebeauty of Lookout Mountain. Experience thethrill of riding the world’s steepest passenger railway. The Incline Railway will take you over2000 feet above sea level where you willdiscover Ruby Falls, a natural treasure200 million years in the making. Exclusive group tours are available forthis spectacular adventure.

Head east to Gatlinburgwhere adventure awaits at the “Ripley’sBelieve It or Not” experience.

Additionally, MWRLeisure Travel Servicesoffers tickets to theSmokies’ most funplace to eat, Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction. You will experience deliciousfood, great music, and beautiful animals during this amazing spectacular. For more adventure, visit The Guinness World RecordsMuseum as the record book comes to lifethrough fantastic exhibits.

Nashville attractions always offer incredible adventures. Venues at the Ryman,Grand Ole Opry, General Jackson Steamboat,TPAC, and the downtown area vary throughoutthe season; every visit offers new experiences

guaranteed to delight. You can also escape tothe Nashville Zooat Grasmere,where you can discover, play,and explore. You

can cool off at Nashville Shores wherethey have recently doubled the size of the park including a new 25,000square foot wave pool and a new 1,000 foot long lazy river.

There are many more adventures just a bit further away including Six Flags Over St. Louis, Six Flags Georgia, Holiday World located in Santa Claus, Indiana and

Beech Bend Park located in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Beech Bend has recently made severalchanges and upgrades to include a wave pool,lazy river and water play structure, two new rides,and a new amphitheatre. This 379 acre Familyrecreation destination is home to an amusementpark, water park, campground and nationallyrecognized drag strip and stock car track. Howabout a short trip to Australia? Spend the wholeday in Kentucky’s piece of Australia at KentuckyDown Under where you can meet a kangaroo,explore underground and play a Didgeridoo.MWR Leisure Travel Services has many adventures from which to choose. For more information , stop by the MWR Leisure TravelServices office located in the PX Mall to pick up a brochure, plan, and purchase a ticket for yournext adventure!

By Charlene Mazur

In celebration of National Library Week, this year’s events include the following:April 13, 2010, R.F. Sink Library will hostSusan Gilmore, the author of Looking for

Salvation at the Dairy Queen, at our monthly Brunch and A Book.April 14, 2010, Open House

April 15, 2010 Special Story and Craft Time

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