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What you can’t live without?My two sons Omar and Edwin & my extended family.What are your hobbies?Jogging, reading, gardening, hiking, painting and going to the beach are the ones I enjoy most right now.What’s on your playlist? I have to say that classic rock is my music, though I enjoy many other genres.Where do you look for inspiration?Faith, nature, art, books and the example of extraordinary people. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Whatever I do by then, I expect to have my heart on it. What is your favorite thing about working for Family and MWR? We are constantly changing to stay in tune with trends & customer needs and I like that challenge. And of course, working with the dedicated team that makes Family MWR what it is.

Meet Ms. Neysa MaldonadoFamily & MWR Graphic Artist

Family and MWR Employee HighlightCongratulations Evelyn De La Cruz

CYSS Outreach Services ManagerMs. Evelyn De La Cruz started working in Fort Buchanan as a summer hire in the CYSS Summer Camp in June 2000. After meeting her supervisor’s expectations she

was kept in the program as CYSS flexible time employee. She combined for 15 years her regular job as a teacher in the Department of Education and work as a Child, Youth Program Assistant in the afternoons. While being a CYPA she served as a Chaperon in more than six (6) Youth Leadership Forums at Georgia, Virginia, Texas and Alabama, with teens of our CYSS Teen Center Program representing Fort Buchanan with a high degree of professionalism. Later she applied for a Training & Programming Specialist posi-tion in 2010 and was selected. In this

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position Evelyn had the opportunity to enhance the Staff’s development by training them in appropriate practices and implementing the Army Four Service Areas when they plan activities through trainings and workshops. She was also certified as a Red Cross Instructor. She was tasked to do many other duties; such as working as the CDC Assis-tant Director for eight months, HIRED Program, Parent and Youth Education Plan, BGCA and providing support to the Parent Central Services Office when needed. In February 2012, Evelyn was detailed to oversee the CYSS Parent Central Services office, which was one of her biggest challenges. In March 2013, she was selected as the Official CYSS Outreach Services Director. She has expressed that her experience working in CYSS has taught her that “to accomplish the mission in any organiza-tion we must work as a team and believing it can be done! Each person is a key factor for the success of the Child, Youth, & School Services Programs.” By Carmen Dieppa, CYSS Chief

Directorate, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation• Director, Mr. Dallas J. Petersen Admin. Officer• Mrs. Liza Muñiz T. 787-707-3135Business Operations Division • Chief: Mr. Jerome Hesby T. 787-707-3373, Bldg. 390, Suite 100Community Recreation Division• Chief: Mr. Eric Hill • T. 787-707-3301Bldg. 390, Suite 100Child, Youth & School Services • Chief: Ms. Carmen Dieppa T. 787-707-3399 / 3598 Bldg. 1147, Coconut GroveArmy Community Service • Chief: Mr. Rafael GilestraT. 787-707-3292 / 3709 / 3804 Bldg. 390, Suite 101Marketing, Advertising & Commercial Sponsorship• Marketing Coordinator and Editor: Ms. Grace Meinhofer • T. 787-707-3719Bldg. 136, Miles Loop Street

Keep Your Pets Healthy This Summer CPT Taylor Opel, VeterinarianSummer is a time for both you and your pet to enjoy the sun-shine and outdoors, but along with the fun, the season also offers up situations that can endanger your pet. By taking precautions, you can keep your furry friends safe this summer: • During warm weather, the inside of your car can reach 120° in a matter of minutes, even if you’re parked in the shade. Pets who are left in hot cars even briefly can suffer from heat exhaustion, heat stroke, brain damage, and can even die. Leave your pet cool and refreshed at home while you’re on the road. • Summer is often a time when people fertilize their lawns and work in their gardens. But beware: plant food, fertilizer, and insecticides can be fatal if your pet ingests them. Read the label on all products used in your garden and research toxic plants in your area.• With people and dogs spending more time outside, dog bites are likely to increase in the summer months. Spaying or neutering your dog reduces the likelihood that they will bite and provides many other health benefits. Obedience classes can also reduce the risk that your dog will bite another animal or human.• Make sure your pet is always wearing a collar and identi-fication tag. If you are separated from your pet, an ID tag may very well be his or her ticket home. Ask your veterinarian about microchipping which can identify your pet if they loose their ID tag.• Protect your pet with monthly Heartworm prevention. Heartworm disease, which is transmitted by mosquitoes, can be fatal in both dogs and cats.• Pets and pools can equal disaster. Pre-vent free access to pools and always su-pervise a pet in a pool. If you have a small dog, install a ramp so they can easily get out of the pool. If boating with your pet invest in a doggie life jacket.• Pets need exercise even when it is hot, but extra care needs to be taken with

older dogs, short-nosed dogs, and those with thick coats. On very hot days, limit exercise to early morning or evening hours. Keep in mind that asphalt gets very hot and can burn your pet’s paws.• Another threat is fleas and ticks. Use only flea and tick treat-ments recommended by your veterinarian. Some over-the-counter flea and tick products can be toxic, even when used according to instructions. Never use dog flea and tick medica-tions on your cat as this can cause serious side effects. • Pets can get sunburned too, and your pet may require sun-screen on his or her nose and ear tips. Pets with light-colored noses or light-colored fur on their ears are particu-larly vulnerable to sunburn and skin cancer.• In summer, your pet can suf-fer from heat exhaustion and heat stroke. These conditions could cause your pet to die. Signs of heat exhaustion/stroke include heavy panting, glazed eyes, a rapid pulse, unsteadiness, a staggering gait, vomiting, or a deep red or purple tongue. If your pet does become overheated, immediately lower his body temperature by moving your pet into the shade and apply cool (not ice cold) water over his body. Apply cold towels or ice packs to your pet’s head, neck, and chest only. Let your pet drink small amounts

of water or lick ice cubes. Most importantly, get him to a veterinarian immediately.• Heat stroke is a very serious condition but can be prevented by taking certain precautions:1) Do not cage animals outdoors without adequate shade or water and at very high temperatures keep pets indoors.2) Do not leave animals in closed compartments exposed to the oven effect of the sun.3) Provide plenty of water and shade for your pets.4) Take precautions with old, obese, or sick animals.If you have any questions or to make an appointment please call Fort Buchanan Veterinary Treatment Facility at

787-707-2038.

Welcome to summer by Grace MeinhoferAt Fort Buchanan’s Family and MWR we work really hard, and play sorta hard but mainly we work. So we wel-come the Summer season with many activities and special events for the entire Family to enjoy. In this edition we will focus on Military Spouses, Mothers Day, activities for Kids and how to take care of your Pet during the upcoming summer months.We have an exciting summer planned and hope you will stop by and visit. Here are a few things you should know as we head into our favorite season. Seasons offers a wide assortment of fun events for the entire family all summer long. Looking forward to our first Mango Festival on May 30-31 where you could try special recipes created by our Chefs from the Community Club all with Mango, Outdoors movies at the Club, BBQ’s, games and our Fourth of July Celebration with our traditional Fireworks display. So lets enjoy our summer days, when the sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, and we welcome you to our facilities.

Fe de errata: The article on “Cinema Club” in April’s Edition (page 1) should have read “Eric Hill, CRD Chief” as his title.

Calling all pets!Think your Pet is the cutest of them all? Enter the Family and MWR PET-Tastic Photo Contest for the chance to be the next cover of the Fort Buchanan’s Live & Explore Magazine. Partici-pants will submit their picture by email from June 1st, 2013 to June 30th, 2013. Ten pictures will be selected among all entries received and will be uploaded to our fan page www.facebook.com/buchananmwr . The picture with the most “LIKES” from July 8th, 2013 to July 12th, 2013 will be the winner. Images can be of any household/outdoor pet, (dogs, cats, ferrets, reptiles, horses, etc.) Images submitted electronically must be .jpeg or .tiff file format only, no larger than 1 MB. You may only submit your original photographs of which you are the sole owner of any copyright or other property or privacy rights; submissions of photographs taken by someone other than yourself are void.More details coming soon, follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/buchananmwr and click LIKE for up to date information. May the cutest pet win!!!!

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Mon. thru Fri. Army Ten Miler Practices Fitness Center 5:30am, 787-707-3277

BBQ Night at the Patio; Try the 660 Burger, 4 pm 787-707-3535

Every Tuesday & Thursday Bingo at the Club 6pm, 787-707-3535

Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535Monday to FridayLunch Specials at Golf Snack Bar 11:30am – 3pm 787-707-3559CYSS Archery Classesbegin, Mc Arthur Baseball Field3pm 787-707-3466BBQ Night at the Patio; Try the 660 Burger, 4 pm 787-707-3535

Fitness Classes Every Saturday at CAC Bldg. 148, 787-707-3767:Cycling Cass,10:30amYoga 9am

Flea Market at Exchange Parking Lot 10am – 4pm 787-707-5105 NAF Sale 9am – 3pm 787-707-3215

Military Spouse Appreciation Wellness Event 8:30am @ the Club 787-707-3682

Tire Balancing 50% off at Automotive Skills Center, 787-707-3972

FAP Dealing with Stress & Anger Class 10am 787-707-3698

Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu@ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535

Thursdays SKIES Zumba 3pm, 787-707-3541

Mondays thru Thursdays Teen Bowling Special @

Bowling Center, 3pm -5pm

Mondays & Fridays SKIES Karate at the Club 4pm or 5pm, 787-707-3541

Zumba Mondays & Thursdays at CAC 5:30pm 787-707-3767

Computer Orientation at the Post Library 10am 787-707-3208

Wed. to Fri. Lunch -A- Bowl @ Bowling Center, 11 am – 1 pm, 787-707-2695SKIES Piano, Guitar and Tennis lessons @ the Club, 3 pm 787-707-3541Cycling Class every Wednesday CAC 6pm, 787-707-6767

ARMED FORCES DAY 2.5 mile Run & Breakfast 6am 787-707-3974

Monday to Friday Lunch Specials at Golf Snack Bar 11:30am – 3pm 787-707-3559

CYSS America’s Kids Fun Run 4pm at AHS 787-707-3466 Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535

New Parent Support Morning Playgroup Bldg. 1140, 9:30am 787-707-3698 Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535 Mondays thru Thursdays Teen Bowling Special @ Bowling Center, 3 pm – 5 pm 787-707-2695

Flea Market at Exchange Parking Lot 10am – 4pm 787-707-5105

Every Sunday Family Bowling at the Bowling Center 1pm to 5pm 787-707-2695

Fitness Classes Every Saturday at CAC Bldg. 148, 787-707-3767:

Cycling Cass,10:30am Yoga 9am

Basic Open Water Scuba Course 787-707-3734

Yoga Class Every Monday at the CAC 10:30am, 787-707-3767

Library Book Club Meeting11am 787-707-3208

Mondays & Fridays SKIES Karate at the Club 4pm or 5pm, 787-707-3541

Zumba Mondays & Thursdays at CAC 5:30pm 787-707-3767

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ACS Writing a Competitive RésuméBldg.390, 9am 787-707-3365ACS Planning and Budgeting 10am Bldg 507 787-707-3310FAP Dealing with Family Stress & Anger Class Bldg. 507 10am 787-707-3698 Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535BBQ Night at the Patio; Try the 660 Burger, 4 pm 787-707-3535

24 Children Story Time theme “Pets” 4pm 787-707-3208

BBQ Night at the Patio; Try the 660 Burger, 4 pm 787-707-3535

Scuba Open Water Course 787-707-3734 Golf Memorial Day Weekend Sale 787-707-3980

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Scuba Open Water Course 787-707-3734

Golf Memorial Day Weekend Sale 787-707-3980

Out of the Box every Mon/Wed/ Fri. at Fitness Center 9am 787-707-3767

Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535

BBQ Night at the Patio; Try the 660 Burger, 4 pm 787-707-3535

Auto Lift 50% off at Automotive Skills Center 787-707-3972

ACS Writing a Competitive RésuméBldg.390, 9am 787-707-3365

FAP Dealing with Stress & Anger Class 10am 787-707-3698

Library’s Movie “The Battle History of the United States Military” 5pm 787-707-3208

ODR Trip to “Caja de Muertos” Island, Ponce 787-707-3734

Malangas BBQ Night at the Golf Course 7:30pm 787-707-3980

FAP Military Spouse Day 10am 787-707-3698

Computer Orientation at the Post Library 10am 787-707-3208 Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535Mondays thru Thursdays Teen Bowling Special @ Bowling Center, 3 pm – 5 pm 787-707-2695CYSS PAC Meeting 5pm Bldg. 1000 787-707-3569

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CYSS CDC “Let’s read with Dr. Seuss”9am bldg. 1000, 787-707-3569

ACS Financial Readiness Educational Booth at Credit Union 10am 787-707-3310

Library’s Customers 1st choice of New Books & DVD’s, 10am 787-707-3208

BBQ Night at Borinquen Lounge & Patio; Try the 660 Burger, 4 pm 787-707-3535

Library’s Families Ready to Read theme “Mother’s day” 4pm 787-707-3208

SKIES Piano & Guitar Showcase CDC/SAS 3pm 787-707-3541

BBQ Night at the Club; Try the 660 Burger, 4 pm 787-707-3535

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WEEKLY EVENTS: • Mondays- Spinning Lessons, 6:30 pm at CAC / Out of the Box, 9:00 am at Fitness Center • Monday thru Thursday- Spinning Lessons, 5:30 am / 12:00 pm / 4:30 pm at CAC • Monday & Thursday – Teen Bowling Special, 3:00 pm at Bowling Center / Zumba, 5:30 pm at CAC • Tuesday thru Friday- Lunch Offerings , 11:00 am-1:00 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center • Tuesdays & Thursdays- BINGO 6:00 pm at the Community Club & Conference Center • Wednesdays Malanga’s Evening on Par 3 at Golf Club • Thursdays & Fridays BBQ, 4:00 pm, at the Community Club & Conference Center • Wednesdays thru Fridays - Lunch-A-Bowl, 11:00 am at Bowling Center • Fridays -Cinema Club, 6:00pm / 8:00 pm at Community Club & Conference Center • Saturdays - Yoga 9 am at CAC / Spinning class 10:30am

Calendar subject to change. For updated version: www.buchananmwr.com

Every SundayFamily Bowlingat the Bowling Center 1pm to 5pm 787-707-2695

Every Sunday Family Bowling at the BowlingCenter 1pm to 5pm 787-707-2695

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New Parent Support Morning Playgroup Bldg. 1140 9:30am 787-707-3698

EFMP Chat about Resilience 5:30pm ACS Bldg. 390 787-707-3295

Cycling Classes Mon thru Thurs. CAC 5:30am, 12pm, 4:30pm, 787-707-3767

Every Tuesday & Thursday Bingo Night at the Club 6pm 787-707-3535

Golf Memorial Day Weekend Sale 787-707-3980

Every Sunday Family Bowling at the Bowling Center 1pm to 5pm 787-707-2695

Golf Memorial Day Weekend Sale 787-707-3980

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Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535

CYSS Bulling: A Guide for Parents at Bldg. 1000, 4pm, 787-707-3569

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Library’s Coupon Club; Grocery Bill 11am 787-707-3208

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Self Defense Class every Wednesday at CAC 9am, 787-707-3767

Out of the Box every Mon/Wed/ Fri. at Fitness Center 9am 787-707-3767 Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535 Monday to Friday Lunch Specials at Golf Snack Bar 11:30am – 3pm 787-707-3559

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7Tue thru Fri: Lunch Menu @ the Club, 11 am -1 pm 787-707-3535Yoga Class Every Tuesday at the CAC , 5:30pm, 787-707-3767

Every Tuesday & ThursdayBingo at the Club 6pm, 787-707-3535

Every Monday Oil Change for $8.00 at the Automotive Skills Center 787-707-3972

CYSS Summer Camp Registrations 787-707-3787 Mon. thru Fri. Army Ten Miler Practices Fitness Center 5:30am, 787-707-3277 Mondays thru Thursdays Teen Bowling Special @ Bowling Center, 3 pm – 5 pm

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Hiring Our Heroes, Hiring Fair 787-707-3365

CYSS Summer CampRegistration Deadline787-707-3787

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Monday to Friday Lunch Specials at Golf Snack Bar 11:30am – 3pm 787-707-3559