July, 2011

GM Ride & Drive offers free test drives July 1 at the Exchange parking lot Family & Morale, Welfare and Recreation is teaming up with the Exchange to host the Ride & Drive promotion at the Exchange parking lot July 1 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in support of the Army Concert Tour July 2. The event offers the military community an opportunity to get behind the wheel of a wide variety of Chevy vehicles. Each driver receives an authentic GM T-shirt and a backpack. Drivers can sign u0p for a chance to win two VIP tickets to the concert or several general admission tickets to the concert. Winners do not have to be present to win. The 2010 Military Tribute Camero will also be on display. GM Military Discount, a program designed to offer GM vehicles at discounted prices, is the supporting sponsor for the concert. Military members who register on GMmilitarydiscount.com are eligible to receive substantial discounts on the purchase of new vehicles at GM dealerships.

ODR takes trip to Six Flags July 1 Outdoor Recreation will take a trip to Six Flags Over Texas July 1 from 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Travel south for a day of awesome rides, great shows, and incredible attractions. The cost is $40 per person and includes admission ticket and transportation. Another trip is Aug. 20. Registration ends the Thursday before the trip date. Call 442-3575 for information.

Army Concert Tour featuring Miranda Lambert July 2 U.S. Army Entertainment along with Fort Sill's Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation presents the 2011 Army Concert Tour Saturday, July 2 at the Fort Sill Polo Field featuring country superstar Miranda Lambert with special guests Merle Haggard and Stoney LaRue. The gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 6:20 p.m. The concert is open to the public. Tickets at the gate are $40.

LETRA hosts monthly Fishing Tournament July 2 Everyone is invited to come out and test their fishing skills or just have some fun at Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area’s Fishing Tournament July 2 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Participant will fish for a different species each time out. A valid Oklahoma State Fishing license is required and can be purchased at the LETRA Country Store. The top three places will receive payouts. For more information, call (580) 442-5858.

Community Dinner served July 8 at Patriot Club The Community Membership Dinner is July 8 at the Patriot Club. Cocktails are at 5 p.m. and dinner is at 6 p.m. The meal includes barbecue chicken, pulled pork, pea salad, fruit salad, ranch-style beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, biscuits, strawberry shortcake and beverages. The dinner is free to club members and costs $16.50 for non-members; $7.75 for children 12 and under, and is free to children, 5 and under. RSVP by calling 442-4120. For information, call (580) 442-5300.

ODR offers an Illinois River paddling/camping trip to Tahlequah July 8-10 Outdoor Recreation is going to do an Illinois River Paddling/Camping trip to Tahlequah, OK July 8-10. The trip leaves Friday at 1 p.m. and runs through Sunday at 4 p.m. Participants will enjoy an 8-10 mile canoe trip down the Illinois River with camping and all that goes with it. This trip is sure to be good family fun without the hassle of planning. Cost is $45 and includes paddling, camp site and transportation Registration ends June 24. Call (580) 442-2575 for more information.

Nye Library offers free movie matinee July 9 Join Nye Library for the free Saturday Matinee from 1-3 p.m. July 9 when they will show the movie "Aladdin,” (PG) based on a story from “The Book of One Thousand and One Nights.” A guardian

must remain with their children if they are under 8 years old or if the movie rating is PG or higher. For information, call (580) 442-3806.

Nye Library’s Adult Book Club July 10 at 2 p.m. Join Nye Library’s Adult Book Club July 10 at 2 p.m. This month's book is "The Memory Keeper’s Daughter,” by Kim Edwards. Snacks and drinks are provided by a book club member. Bring your friends and book recommendations. For more information, call (580) 442-3806.

Summer Bowling Camp offered July 11-15 Youth, ages 6 to 17, sign-up for the Summer Bowling Camp at Twin Oaks Bowling Center July 11-15. The camp runs from 1-4 p.m. and the cost of the camp is $25 per child. On Friday, the last day of camp, it will run until 5 p.m. For those who would like to get a camp T-shirt there is an extra $8 charge. Camp will include bowling, shoe rental, daily snack, and instructions from a certified coach. Camp is limited to the first 100 registered kids. Parents can register their children at the bowling center. To register, call (580) 442-2882 or visit www.sillmwr.com.

Becoming Love & Logic parents Parents are invited to attend the Love and Logic classes July 12–Aug. 30 from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. in Building 4870 Craig Road. Parents gain less stress and more confidence and respectful and responsible kids. For more information, go to www.loveandlogic.com or call (580) 442-6801 or 442-0359. Free childcare is available for children registered with CYSS.

Outdoor Recreation offers a paintball day trip July 16 Get out and get moving with the Outdoor Recreation Summer programs when they take a trip to the Arena Paintball Pro in Lawton July 16 and Aug. 13 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Participants must be over the age of 10. The cost of the trip is $20 and includes transportation, gear rental, field fees and 500 paint rounds. Registration ends two days before the trip date. Registration ends two days before the trip date. For more information, call Lara Patterson at (580) 442-3575.

Military Appreciation and Family Fun Day is July 16 at LETRA In appreciation for the dedication and contributions of our Military and Chamber of Commerce members and their families, Fort Sill Family and MWR will host the annual Military Appreciation Family Fun Day on July 16 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area. Admission and activities are free of charge. Enjoy swimming, water-craft activities, miniature golf, rock climbing wall, paint ball arena, inflatables, a DJ, lunch, and a chance to win a LETRA weekend get-away package and more. For more information, call (580) 442-9480.

8 Habits of Successful Marriage offered July 21, 22 Couples can participate in “8 Habits of Successful Marriage” on July 21-22. The couple's curriculum is based on Dr. Steven Covey's award-winning book "7 Habits of Highly Effective People." 8 Habits teaches couples how to set and meet shared goals, deepen communication and influence their families and the world around them. Free childcare is available for those registered by July 1.For more information, call (580) 442-6801 or visit www.sillmwr.com.

Nye Library offers free Facebook 101 classes July 23, 26 Interested in learning more about Facebook? Nye Library offers a free Facebook 101 class to help you learn the basics of Facebook. Classes are July 23 and 26, from 1-3 p.m. Class size is limited to 15 individuals. Children must be 10 years or older and children 10-11 must be accompanied by a guardian. Children 18 and younger must have their guardian sign them up. Participation is primarily for the military community. For more information, call (580) 442-2048 or 442-3806.

Women get back to Nature with Outdoor Recreation Skeet Shooting July 23 Ladies, this is your chance to learn to skeet shoot July 23 from 9 a.m.-noon as part of the new Women in Nature program. Women, 18 and older, are invited to get outside and active with a

variety of activities including skeet shooting and archery Aug. 13. Cost for skeet shooting is $13 and registration ends July 20. The trip leaves from the RecPlex, 2502 Sheridan Road. For information, call (580) 442-3575.

LETRA hosts Movies on the Beach July 23 Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area hosts Movies on the Beach July 23. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a family-friendly movie on LETRA's beach after the sun sets. Entry to the park and the movie are free.

LETRA hosts paddling July 24 Beat the heat and the crowds with a morning paddle on the lake at LETRA. Come for the enjoyment on the water or come to learn how to paddle a canoe or a kayak July 24 and Aug. 14, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Cost is $5 and registration ends day before the event. Patrons can register on the day of the event if there is space available.

Family and Soldier Support Training July 27 Join Army Community Service Family Support Training 8:45 a.m.–4 p.m. at Graham Resiliency Training Campus July 27 from 8:45 a.m.-4 p.m. for the Family and Soldier Support Training, a day of Special Topics Training. Topics focus on care team basics, including basic roles and responsibilities, Survivor Outreach Services and more. The training is designed for Care Team Members, FRG leaders, commanders, Rear Detachment Commanders and anyone involved with an FRG. Child care is available if reservations are made by July 6. Contact David Carnahan for more information or to sign up call (580) 442-0653.

Summer Reading Program Finale July 28 at Geronimo Pool Nye Library hosts the Summer Reading Program Finale July 28 for participants and their families. The event is at Geronimo Pool from 5-7 p.m. The celebration will include water and land games, free snacks, water and juice. The event is open to all summer reading program participants and their families. Call 442-3806 for more information.

Nye hosts Puppet Theatre July 29 Nye Library will offer the Puppet Theatre July 29 from 11 a.m.-noon. Children won’t want to miss the great puppet drama and crafting after the show. For more information, call (580) 442-3806.

ACS Sponsorship Training and “Dealing with My Move,” July 29 Army Community Services offers Sponsorship Training from 10 a.m.–11 a.m. and “Dealing With My Move,” 11 a.m.–noon, Friday, July 29. Both classes are located in Building 4700, in Room 167N. Unit Sponsorship Training is available to all units. A certificate of completion will be issued after the training session. For more info and to RSVP, call (580) 442-2360 or visit www.sillmwr.com.

Final Friday is July 29 at Patriot Club The 75th Fires Brigade will host Final Friday on July 29. Final Friday is a monthly leaders’ call in order to build personal and professional relationships and further the concept of Team Sill - Oklahoma Pride. Join the 75th FB for Final Friday and enjoy free finger foods, pool, darts, drink specials and much more. Final Fridays are held at the Patriot Club’s Backbone Lounge and are open to everyone. The event starts at 4 p.m. For information or to sponsor an event, call 442-5300.

National Bowling Week kicks off July 30 National Bowling week starts July 30 and runs through Aug. 6. There will be activities for each day of the week. On Aug. 6, there will be a national attempt to set the world record for the most games bowled in a 24-hour period. Watch for advertisements to see what is happening throughout the week. For more information, call 442-2882.

Outdoor Recreation travels to Turner Falls July 30 ODR will take a trip to Turner Falls State Park in Davis, OK, which is nestled in the Arbuckle Mountains July 30 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Spend the day at this adventurous and family-friendly destination and enjoy activities like hiking, swimming, exploring rock formations, and visiting the 77-foot waterfall. Cost is $15 and registration ends two days before the trip date. For more information, contact Lara Patterson at (580) 442-3575 or lara.m.patterson.naf@mail.mil.

PAIRS, an interactive couples communication class, offered July 30 Practical Applications of Intimate Relationship Skills will be held July 30 from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Resiliency Training Campus. PAIRS is an interactive couple's communication class that focuses on the how’s and whys of effective communication. This class is a great way for brand new couples to explore their relationship, and is also ideal for more experienced couples to renew and refresh their bond. Childcare cut-off is July 15. For more information, contact (580) 442-6801 or visit www.sillmwr.com.

CYSS offers Youth Golf Camp Aug. 1, 2 The Youth Golf Camp is Aug. 1 and 2 from 8:30 a.m.-noon. The camp is open to youth ages 7-14. Cost is $25 and covers green fee, use of clubs (you may bring personal clubs if you have them), T-shirt, golf item and lunch on second day of each camp. The camp is limited to 30 participants per camp; register for one camp only. Registration ends July 25 for the camp. Participants must be registered with CYSS and have a current sports physical prior to registration. Call Parent Central Services for registration appointment at 580-442-3927 or 442-4836 or log onto webtrac at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil. For more information contact Youth Sports at (580) 442-5926.

Youth Competitive Swim Team runs through August Youth, ages 18 and under; are invited to join the Youth Competitive swim team. The cost, which is $65, covers goggles, swimsuit, swimmers cap, trophy and T-shirt. Participants new to the team must tryout before registering. Call Youth Sports at (580) 442-5926 for the tryout date. Space is limited. Participants must have a sports physical that is current through the swim season prior to registration. Contact Parent Central Services at (580) 442-3927 or 442-4836 for a registration appointment or log on to webrac to https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil.

CYSS extended hours for evening, weekend child care The School Age Center and Grierson Child Development Center will be open Friday, July 8 from 7-11 p.m. for the Friday special opening and Grierson is open Saturday, July 23 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The Youth Center is open every Friday until 10 p.m. and Saturdays from 2-10 p.m. For information, call Parent Central Services at (580) 442-3927.

Fitness program offers Zumba toning classes Zumba Toning is from 9:30-10:30 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays at Honeycutt Fitness Center. This fitness class combines Zumba steps with light-weight muscle building exercises in order to tone your body to look fabulous for the summer. For more information, call (580) 442-6175.

C2 5K classes offered at 3-mile track C2 5K or Couch to 5K is from 6-7 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays at the 3-mile track. Participants will meet in the 3-mile track parking lot on Mow-Way Road. Learn and train on how to run a 5K with the support of a trainer and running coach who will lead you in this program and end it with a 5K race around the 3-mile track on Sept 1. For more information, call (580) 442-6175.

Goldner offers new PT/RX classes Monday and Friday A new PT/RX class is offered Monday and Friday, from 6-7 a.m. at Goldner Fitness Center. The class is a CrossFit, Insanity and P90X inspired workout that concentrates on cardio and core work and strength conditioning. For more information, call (580) 442-6175.

Rinehart Fitness Center offers 3D Abs class Rinehart Fitness Center offers a 3D Abs class. Experience an abdominal workout that is effective in toning and strengthening your core. Classes are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:30 a.m.-noon. For information, call (580) 442-6175.

Goldner offers Turbo Kick classes Goldner Fitness Center now offers Turbo Kick Classes on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Turbo Kick is a combination of intense kickboxing and dance moves. It's an ultimate cardiovascular workout that offers intense intervals, strength and endurance training with a relaxing cool-down. For more information, call (580) 442-6175.

Goldner offers Cardio and Core Attack classes Goldner Fitness Center now offers Cardio and Core Attack classes Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-6 p.m. This is athletic challenge that includes interesting drills, standing core work, kickboxing and more. For more information, call (580) 442-6175.

P.H.A.T. Club offers support and information to lose weight The P.H.A.T. (Pretty Hot and Tempting) Club is an ongoing program designed to assist men and women with fitness and weight loss. Members can work one-on-one with trainers and go online for weight-loss and fitness tips and advice. The club members will also sign up for the President's Challenge and log in the hours exercised and the kind of activity performed. For more information, call (580) 442-6175 or email Claudia.mejia1@us.army.mil.

Automotive Skills Center offers facility, staff and classes for automotive care The Automotive Skills Center can fix your car if you don't have time. The knowledgeable staff offers repairs, tune-ups, brake jobs, and more. Make your own vehicle repairs and save a bundle at the center. The center hosts automotive repair classes and movies every month. A mandatory safety class, which is required before using the facility, is offered 30 minutes after opening. Bay rentals start at $4 per hour. The Automotive Skills Center, located at 2503 Ringgold Road, is open Thursday through Monday from 2- 10 p.m.; and the center is closed Tuesday and Wednesday For information, call (580) 442-5152.

Hourly care available at Grierson CDC The Alice Grierson Child Development Center offers hourly care for children 6 weeks to 5 years old and a part-time preschool and toddler program. The center’s hours are 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. for hourly care and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for the part-time programs. There is limited space available. Parents must register with Child, Youth and School Services to utilize the center. Call (580) 442-3927 for more information.

CYS Services offers range of services online with WebTrac CYS Services offers a range of services with WebTrac, an online payment and pre-registration service for CYS Services. The online service offers online pre-registration for membership, enrollment in SKIES, Sports, EDGE, the Youth Center and School Age Center events. Patrons can request placement of their child or children on the CYSS waiting list and make hourly care appointments. WebTrac also allows families to print child care receipts, tax statements and pay child care household balances in conjunction with the billing cycle. Visit the site at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil. Patrons can begin pre-registration through WebTrac, and then a CYS Services representative will contact them for an appointment to finalize the registration process. For more information, log on to https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/ or call (580) 442-3927 or 442-4836.

SKIES Unlimited offers classes for school-age students SKIES Unlimited offers instructional classes for children, from infancy to adolescence, registered with CYS Services. Current classes include: Martial Arts, Ballet, Piano, Dance, Guitar, Zumba,

Swimming, Free Babysitting Courses, Baby Sign Language workshops and Golf. Enrollment is ongoing and classes are paid for on a monthly basis. Parents should sign-up their children before the first day of each month prior to starting. Payments are due within five business days from the first of each month. Visit www.sillmwr.com/skies.html for more information, or call (580) 442-4831 or 442-3927. Register online at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil.

EDGE program looking for volunteers to teach The EDGE Program is in need of instructors for the following activities: Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, Biking, Archery, Racquetball, Cooking, Aerobics, Zumba, Yoga, Calligraphy, Sewing, Tap Dance, Graphic Arts, Sailing, Wind Surfing, Kayaking and Canoeing. For more information, contact Janet Tippeconnic at (580) 442-5952 or janet.tippeconnic@us.army.mil.

Fort Sill Golf Course is open to the public The Fort Sill Golf Course is open to the public Tuesday through Friday for open play. Weekend play is still reserved for authorized users, family members and their guests. Currently, hours of the course are from 6:30 a.m.–9 p.m. or from dawn to dusk. For information, call the Pro Shop at (580) 442-5441.

RecPlex offers variety of movies and games The RecPlex has a wide variety of movies available to show for the Friday Night Movie since the center now has an account with NetFlix and Gamefly. Gamefly will also provide games for the Xboxes with Kinect, Playstation 3, and Wii. Come out and test your gaming skills. Contact the RecPlex at 442-4824 for more information.

NEOS gaming system available for families at Co-Op Park The NEOS Wall and NEOS 360 electronic outdoor games are located at Co-Op Park, off Fort Sill Boulevard on Upton Road. NEOS is the world’s first electronic play systems for the playground. It combines the speed and reflex action of video games with the explosive movement of aerobic exercise to create the most physically challenging and exciting activity ever to hit your play space. Playing NEOS delivers a workout for the heart and lungs-not just the thumbs. Each NEOS play system offers multiple, high-thrill games for solo or team players. Every game presents a different set of challenges as player’s race each other-or the clock-to hit the blinking lights. The free games are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Cabins open for reservation at LETRA Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area has lakeside rustic, wood cabins available for reservation in three different sizes. The small cabins accommodate up to four people; the medium cabins accommodate up to six people; and large cabins accommodate seven people. The prices for the cabins are $55 for the small cabins; $65 for the medium cabins; and $75 for the large cabins. The cabins are available for reservation to all, but there is an additional $10 cost for civilians. The cabins come with all the amenities including furnishings; heat and air; a TV and DVD player; fully-stocked kitchens with dishes and silverware; and linens and towels. Reservations should be made up to two months in advance. For reservations or questions, call the Country Store, at (580) 442-5854.

Adventure Travel offers discounted tickets Adventure Travel offers discounted tickets and great travel specials for all your summertime travel plans including: • Disney World: Air out of DFW departing on July 27 for a 5-night stay at Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter Includes: 5-Day hopper ticket and airport/hotel transfers for $765 per person, based on 2 adults and 2 children.* • Alaska Cruise: Sail on the Carnival Spirit for seven nights. The cruise departs out of Seattle on Aug. 9 and will stop at ports including: Skagway, Juneau, and Ketchikan. Cost is $799 per person with double occupancy.*

• Las Vegas: Air out of OKC departing on Aug. 7 for a 3-night stay at Circus Circus Hotel & Casino for $299 per person, double occupancy.* • Cancun: Air out of DFW departing on Aug. 1 for a 4-night stay at the Flamingo Cancun. Price includes meals, drinks, and more. Cost is $565 per person, double occupancy.* • Get your tickets now for all OU Sooners and Dallas Cowboys home football games, good seats are still available. • Adventure Travel has military discounts on most amusement parks and water parks in this area, as well as great discounts on Disneyworld, Disneyland and Universal Studios. For all of your travel needs, and tickets to nearby amusement parks and water parks, check out Adventure Travel now located in the Welcome Center, 4700 Mow-Way Road, just inside the north entrance. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday, or stop by our Central Mall location on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. call the office at (580) 250-4040 or visit them on the web at www.adv-travel.com.

Little Java offers lunch in Fort Sill Conference Center Little Java, in the Fort Sill Conference Center at 6045 Sheridan Road, formerly the Gunners Inn, offers appetite-pleasing breakfast and lunch menus at prices that can't be beat. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and evenings, and weekends by reservation only. For more information, call 442-1874.

Fort Sill Conference Center available for meetings, events The Fort Sill Conference Center is available for reservation at no cost for all military and Department of Defense personnel and their families. The center can also be used to conduct classes, Family Readiness Group meetings and many other events. The center hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and evenings, and weekends by reservation only. To reserve the Fort Sill Conference Center, call (580) 442-3060 or reserve online at www.sillmwr.com.

Recycle Center collects recyclables The Recycle Center, located on the corner of Mow-Way and Sheridan Roads, offers collection bins available 24 hours a day. Users are reminded that the Recycle Center is a collection point for recyclable materials only, not trash. All recyclable materials must be placed inside the collection bins. Items placed in the bins are not eligible for unit “Cash for Trash” credit. If you have questions about what is accepted or the unit “Cash for Trash” program, please call (580) 442-5712 or 585-7865.

Rec Hut checks out sports equipment for patrons Feel like playing some tennis or skating, but don't have the equipment? The Rec Hut can meet your needs. The Rec Hut (Bldg 602) is located next to Butner Field on Quinette Road, just south of the Patriot Club. Roller skates, roller blades and tennis racquets are available for check out with a picture ID. Equipment checkout is quick and easy. The Rec Hut is open during the following times: Friday from 6-10 p.m.; Saturday from 1-8 p.m.; and Sunday from 1-6 p.m. Other times are available by reservation. For reservations, call the Fort Sill Sports Office at (580) 442-3269 or 442-5623.

Impact Zone offers fun throughout the week • The Impact Zone opens Monday through Friday from 4 p.m., and on Saturday at 6 p.m. • Java Café serves breakfast. Whether you’re powering up after a grueling PT or meeting the ladies for a cup of Starbuck’s coffee, Java Café can help you get your morning started right. Located inside Fort Sill’s Impact Zone, Java Café serves breakfast Monday through Friday from 7:30-10:30 a.m. • The Java Café is open for lunch Monday through Friday; on Wednesday from 4:30-9 p.m.; and on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights until 10 p.m. and serves a full menu until close. • Play all your favorite games at the Impact Zone. The IZ has Wii, foos ball, air hockey, pool tables and darts available to play.

Patriot Club Barber Shop offers haircuts to Family & MWR patrons The Barber Shop inside the Patriot Club offers haircuts and styling to men and women, members and non-members. The Barber Shop is open Monday – Friday from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, call 442-0883.

Fort Sill Golf Course Mulligan's Restaurant open to golfers, walk-ins Mulligan's Restaurant, inside the Fort Sill Golf Club, is open for business. This informal and friendly restaurant is designed to give you exactly what you want-good food, a fun environment and a place to meet friends and family. Mulligan’s offers a complete breakfast menu. Golfers and walk-in customers may choose from a full menu of delicious burgers, sandwiches, and freshly tossed salad selections during the day. Mulligan's, the Pro Shop restaurant, is open Tuesday through Sunday. Have your order ready when you get there, by calling it in at (580) 442-5391.

Twin Oaks Bowling Center offers specials throughout the week • Monday is bowl for $1.75 all day long. • Tuesday and Thursday are the Bowlopolis family special, starting at 2 p.m.; the last session starts at 8 p.m. Get a lane for up to six people with two hour shoe rental, one large one-topping pizza and two pitchers of soda for $25. • Saturday night is head pin bowling. When a colored pin comes down in the #1 position, get a strike and you will get a coupon for a free game. • The center offers party packages starting at $3.25 per person. Call (580) 442-2882 for information.

Army Community Service offers Job Search Assistance and Resume Writing Class The Employment Readiness Program at Fort Sill is currently offering resume writing and career planning workshops to help military spouses enhance their job search. The ERP staff provides an overview of employment opportunities in the local community, assistance with federal employment application procedures, assistance in career planning and goal setting. In addition, job seekers will have access to computers for resume and application and a great collection of professional career books for reference. For those about to relocate who desire personal assistance, plan to see the Employment Readiness Program at your installation three months prior to relocation and during the first three months following your arrival at the new duty station. Call 442-4359 or 442-4681 to make your one-on-one appointment or to sign up for one of the workshops.

Family and MWR is looking for a few good volunteers Family and MWR are looking for volunteers for many programs across post and for various events throughout the year. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Army Community Service at (580) 442-4682.

Army Community Service offers Individual Financial Counseling The ACS Financial Readiness program Personal Financial Counseling helps individuals and families manage finances, resolve financial problems and reach long-term goals such as buying a home and planning for retirement. Take control of your finances, reduce money-related stress and overcome the financial issues of military life. The Personal Financial Counselor can advise you on: Financial planning for deployment and beyond; Military benefits; Pay and entitlements; Individual or Family budgets; spending plans; Credit management and Credit cards; Debt liquidation; Consumer rights; and Military and community resources. The counselor can be reached at 442-3080.

Outdoor Adventure Center rents equipment and reserves on-post parks The Outdoor Adventure Center has all the equipment you need to make the most of your outdoor time. The Center also reserves the five on-post picnic areas and parks. Medicine Creek Park, Ambrosia Springs Park, Quinette Park, Rucker Park and the Co-Op Park are available to reserve for

your next family outing or unit function at no charge. The Outdoor Adventure Center is located in the RecPlex, 2502 Sheridan Road. Call (580) 355-8270 for more information.

Monthly Meetings • Caravan Club offers field trips for military children birth to 5 and their favorite big person. The Caravan Club is a great way for preschoolers and their families to enjoy educational field trips throughout Lawton Fort Sill, Southwest Oklahoma and North Texas. There are new and exciting trips available every month for military children and their caregivers. There is no cost for this activity, but pre-registration is required by calling Tamara Seals at 442-0077 with the name(s) and ages(s) of the children attending and name and cell number of accompanying parent. • Newcomers/Start Right Orientation is presented on Tuesdays in Building 4700, Room 216 starting at 8 a.m. This orientation is open to all newly assigned Soldiers and family members. No pre-registration is required to attend the briefing. For more information call (580) 442-2360. • Volunteer Orientation, for all those interested in volunteering, helps them get started in the Volunteer Management Information System (VMIS). The orientation is conducted on an as-needed-basis. For more information, call ACS at 442-4916. • for all those interested in volunteering, to Installation Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers meetings are the first and third Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Fort Sill Conference Center and all who are interested are welcome to attend. Come discover all of the programs offered to Fort Sill’s Single Soldiers and geographical bachelors. For information, call the BOSS president at 442-6346. • The Relocation Readiness Program has combined the Waiting Families and Culture Connection Group Meetings. Waiting Families provides support for spouses and families living in the Lawton Fort Sill area while separated from their service member for mission requirements. Culture Connection assists family members from other countries as they transition into the Lawton Fort Sill community. Family members can receive help in obtaining a drivers license, information on English classes, child care and more. For more information, call (580) 442-2360.

Upcoming Events • Army Soldier Show. For Sill Family and MWR will host the 2011 Army Soldier Show on Sept. 2

at 7:30 p.m. and Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Fort Sill Sheridan Theater. Free tickets will be available on a first come, first serve basis starting July 25 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at Building 4700, Family and MWR headquarters. For more information, contact Marion Doss at (580) 442-9480 or email marion.g.doss.naf@mail.mil. • Mark your calendar for Fort Sill's annual Buffalo Burger Cookout at Co-Op Park on Sept. 17

from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, call Marion Doss at 442-9480 or email marion.g.doss.naf@mail.mil. • Start gathering your treasures for the fall Post-wide Garage sale on Oct. 1 at the 1-78th parking

lot from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Lot permits will go on sale starting Aug. 29 for $15. For more information, contact Marion Doss at 442-9480 or marion.g.doss.naf@mail.mil. • Get your dirndls and lederhosen ready and start practicing your yodeling for Fort Sill's annual

Oktoberfest on Oct. 7-8 at Cowan Field. For more information, call Marion Doss at (580) 442-9480 or email marion.g.doss.naf@mail.mil. • Start getting in shape now for the Body versus Earth Triathlon at Lake Elmer Thomas

Recreation Area Sept. 10. For more information, call (580) 442-3269.

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