Family and MWR Special Event Family and MWR/United Service Organization Event

Family and MWR/Yellow Ribbon Committee Partnership Event Association of the United States Army

Attraction

Description

April 22

9 – 11 am or 1 – 3

pm

April 22

9 am – noon

April 22

9 am

April 22 – 25

9:30 am – 2:30 pm

April 22 – 26

9 am – 5 pm

April 23

9:30 am – 2 pm

April 23

9:30 am – 2 pm

April 23-24

9 am – 4 pm

April 23

9:30 – 11:30 am

April 23

10 am

Sewing Class

Resume Start to

Finish

BOSS Hiking Trip

Master Resilience

Training

Marathon

Certified

Lifeguard

Training

ESOL Class

DRUM Family

Welcome Tour

AFTB Level II

Training

Work From

Home Career

Fair

Cat In The Hat

Visits The Library

ACS Relocation offers Sewing Classes each Monday for anyone interested in

learning to sew. Two classes are offered to accommodate student's skill level.

Call to find out what to bring and which class is best suited for you.

Scarlett Sharkey 772-6566

A comprehensive workshop presented by ACS Employment Readiness to learn

what a resume is for, what to include on your resume and how to tailor your

resume for the job you want. Amanda Thompson 772-9611

Join BOSS for a hike to the Adirondacks. Cost is $5 per person with a limit of

20 people to attend. Age limit is 18 and older unless accompanied by a

guardian. Call today 315-772-7807 to reserve your seats.

Michelle Roden 772-7807

Mobilization and Deployment offers this 4-day training for Master Resilience to

better understand the dynamics of fitness, increase resilience and enhance

performance by developing the five dimensions of strength such as the physical,

emotional, social, spiritual and Family growth. Jennifer Eichner 772-2848

A Certified Lifeguard Course is offered at Magrath Sports Complex April 22 -

26 from 9 am - 5 pm each day. Class fee is $350.00 per student, with a

discounted price offered to Active Duty Soldiers. This course is taught by Red

Cross instructors and leads to Lifeguard certification. A swimming skills pre-

course test is required to participate. Call 772-9673 for pre-course test

schedule or for more information. Jean Didal 772-9673

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class is offered by Army

Community Service Relocation Office class every Tuesday and Thursday for

Military Family Members who wish to improve speaking the English language.

Scarlett Sharkey 772-6566

Newcomers to Fort Drum can enjoy a free narrated tour of Fort Drum and the

surrounding community offered each Tuesday by ACS Relocation Readiness.

Bring a lunch or purchase one. Children are welcome! Reservations are

required. Scarlett Sharkey 772-6566

The AFTB Level II class is designed to aid emerging leaders through personal

development, encouragement, and teaching them how to cope with challenging

situations as a Military Family Member. Allison Hill 772-9229

This is an opportunity for employment seekers to network and be exposed to

some of the many home employment opportunities available in the Fort Drum

Community. Amanda Thompson 772-9611

Cat in the Hat is coming to the McEwen Library’s story time to read stories

and promote literacy. He’s visiting as a representative of Literacy of Northern

New York. This event is for children of all ages. Parents are invited to stop

and talk to Cat in the Hat after the event if interested in helping promote

literacy in the local area. Allen Goudie 772-9099

FORT DRUM FAMILY AND MWR

COMING ATTRACTIONS April 22, 2013

www.drummwr.com

April

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28 29 30

April 23

1 pm

April 23

1 – 2:30 pm

April 23

1:30 – 3:30 pm

April 24

6 am

April 24

8:30 am – 4 pm

April 24

9 am – 1 pm

April 24

9:30 – 11:30 am

April 25

9 – 11 am

April 25

1:30 – 2:30 pm

April 25

7 pm

April 26

10 – 11 am

April 27

8 am

Meet The Author

- Siobhan Fallon

Advanced Key

Caller Class

Stress

Management

Class

5K Fun Run

1st Term

Financial Training

Mom and Baby

Palooza

Federal

Employment

Workshop

Credit Repair and

ID Theft

Networking Club

BOSS Soul

Caliber Gaming

Tournament

Sponsorship

Training

Trip to Herkimer

Diamond Mine

Ms. Fallon is author of You Know When the Men Are Gone, a series of short

stories about Army wives at Fort Hood. She will make a stop at Fort Drum

between appearances at SUNY Jefferson Community College and SUNY

Canton College of Technology. Library has copies of this book available for

checkout prior to event. Ms Fallon will read for 30 - 40 minutes (one story) and

then have time for conversation. Allen Goudie 772-9099

This scenario training provides “Key Callers” with a background to support

Families during times of stress and uncertainty. Jennifer Eichner 772-2848

This class is designed to give clients the tools needed to identify sources and

symptoms of stress and how to handle these situations in a healthy and safe

manner. Megan Chaple 772-5914

5K Fun Run/Walks scheduled for April 24, May 22, June 18, July 17, August 14,

and September 11. Registration for this event begins at 6 am, safety brief at 6:45

am, and runs begin at 7 am each day. Race start is at Magrath Sports Complex

Diane Sykes 772-6661

This class is held each Wednesday for Soldiers to learn how to be fiscally

responsible and to manage finances with Army Community Service Financial

Readiness staff. Judee Kelly 772-5196

This event offers parents, grandparents and care givers of babies newborns to 1

year of age an opportunity to sharpen existing or gain new skills to care for

their bundles of joy. Mom and Baby Palooza features Education Sessions,

Activities and Demonstrations, Drawings and Giveaways. Register by calling

772-5914 for this day all about you and your baby. Megan Chaple 772-5914

Navigating the process of applying for Federal Employment can be confusing.

ACS Family Employment Readiness presents procedures and tips for applying

for Federal Employment. This free class teaches clients about benefits,

searching and applying for your dream job, and writing an effective federal

resume. Class reservations encouraged. Amanda Thompson 772-9611

This workshop will teach you how to correct imperfections or blemishes on

your credit report and how to safeguard yourself from ID theft and what the

process is should your identity become compromised. Judee Kelly 772-5196

Employment Readiness Program has teamed up with Fort Drum Army

Volunteer Program to enhance networking and support for job seekers and

volunteers. Amanda Thompson 772-9611

The BOSS facility has gaming systems, controllers, and big screen HD TVs. All

we need is you! Compete against the best gamers on Fort Drum while playing

the newest games. A Soul Caliber Tournament scheduled at Nash Blvd BOSS

Center on April 25. First place winner will win $150, second place $100 and

third place $50. No fee to enter. Open to Active Duty Soldiers and Spouses

only. Michelle Roden 772-7807

Sponsorship is a Commander's program that assists Soldiers, civilian employees

and Families during the reassignment process, assists Families geographically

separated from the sponsor for duty requirements, and improves unit or

organizational cohesion and readiness. This training will include elements, rules

and responsibilities of sponsoring an incoming Army Family.

Scarlett Sharkey 772-6566

Join Parks and Recreation to use your mining skills at the Herkimer Diamond

Mine on 27 April. Trip fee is $15 per person and includes a full day of mining,

transportation, an instructional video, museum entrance,, and tools for mining.

The bus will leave Parks and Recreation at 8 am. Call 772-8222 for more

information. Mark Schnittenger 772-8222

Recurring Events

Sports and Fitness Sign up for sporting events through the Fort Drum Fitness, Athletics, and

Aquatics Sports Office in the Magrath Sports Complex. Open to Active Duty Military, Family Members 19 yrs or older, and DoD Civilians. Rosters are due in

advance in order to participate. Sports - Diane Sykes 772-6663 Water Aerobics at Monti – 9 – 10 am Monday – Thursday

Aerobics and Fitness Classes – Monday - Friday Monti - Terry Buckley 772-4936

Magrath - Allen Janssen 772-9670

Tuesday

5 - 9 pm

Wednesday 5 – 9 pm

Thursday 5 – 9 pm

Friday 4 – 9 pm

Friday

5 – 9 pm

Monthly 5 – 7

Pine Plains Bowling Center

Adventure Training

Parks and Recreation

The Commons

Open Faced Grilled Rib

Eye Sandwich

Rib Night

Prime Rib Night

Friday Night Specials

(except 3 day holidays)

Buster’s Dinner Specials

Right Arm

New Hours Monday Closed, Tuesday 11 am- 3 pm, Wednesday & Thursday 11 am – 10 pm, Friday 11am – 11 pm Saturday noon – 11 pm, Sunday noon - 6 pm. Cindy Fleming 772-6601

ATV Safety Courses – Available by request – 772-4010.

Extreme Sports for Recreation and Training – Orienteering, Hunting and Fishing, ATV’s, Sportsman Shooting, Rock/Mountain Climbing, Snowmobiling &

Ice Fishing. What do you want to do today? Let us know and we will tailor a trip to meet your needs. Rich Cole 772-4010

Remington Park RV Campground and Cabins – Reservations 772-5169

Party Equipment Rental – 772-5169 Make your next Family or unit function a success. Rent large grills, popcorn, cotton candy and snow-cone makers,

inflatable bounce houses, tables, chairs, coolers, ice and dunking booth. Remington Park – now open for the season: M – Sa 9 am – 9 pm, Su 10

am – 8 pm.

Leisure Travel Services - Travel Center Discount Tickets – 772-8222 Stop in and check out the available discount tickets for local and out of state attractions. Gene Spencer 772-6568

A tender and juicy grilled to order rib eye steak served on a fresh roll with salad,

potato, vegetable, dinner roll and butter, $10.95.

Start your evening out right with the mouth-watering ‘Rack of Ribs Special’ in Buster’s Brew Pub. Half rack of ribs - $11.95; Half roasted or BBQ chicken -

$9.95

Thursday is Prime Rib Night at Buster’s Brew Pub. Enjoy a generous portion of prime rib with your choice of salad, starch and vegetable. 12 oz Prime Rib -

$12.95

At Ease! Bar Specials Everyone needs a little down time. After a week of hard work you deserve to join friends, unwind, and ready yourself for the weekend. At Ease! offers free snacks from 4 – 7 pm in Buster’s Brew Pub.

Fridays from 5 – 9 pm enjoy a steak cooked to order, with baked potato, and

vegetable. Buster’s also has freshly made brews and tempting desserts. Porterhouse - $17.95; NY Strip - $15.95. A seafood platter special is also offered

for $13.95.

Show your appreciation to your team at Right Arm Night. Held monthly following the Retirement Ceremony and sponsored by a Fort Drum unit. Enjoy

10th Mountain Right Arm Brew for only $1 per glass. Win $200 for your unit fund. A prize for the unit with the highest percentage of attendance at Right Arm

Night, look for the Family and MWR table to sign in. Cindy Romig 772-6222

VISIT www.drummwr.com EACH MONTH FOR UPCOMING EVENTS, CLASSES AND

PROGRAMS

Coming Attractions & Items of Interest

April 27 – ATV Safety Training – Parks and Recreation

April 29 – Conflict Resolution Class – Army Community Service

April 30 – OPSEC: Safety For Families – Army Community Service

May 1 – ATV Safety Class – Parks and Recreation

May 1 – Boater Safety Class – Parks and Recreation

May 1 – Employment 101 – Army Community Service

May 1 – SOS Family Night – Army Community Service

May 1 EFMP Play Group – SKIES/CYSS Sports Bldg.

May 1 – Cope With Hope – Army Community Service

May 2 – Let’s Talk About Drugs – SFAC Building

May 2 – Using Social Networking to Your Advantage – Army Community Service

May 2 – Automobile Repair Class – Automotive Skills Center

May 3 – Sponsorship Training – SFAC Building

May 3 – International Food Festival – The Commons

May 4 – ATV Trip – Parks and Recreation

May 7 – Basic Microsoft Office Class – Army Community Service

May 7 – SELF Group Meeting – Army Community Service

May 8 – ATV Safety Class – Parks and Recreation

Riverfest – Enjoy a day on the Saint Lawrence River in the village of Alexandria Bay

including a boat tour of the Thousand Islands, visit to Heart Island and Boldt Castle,

Lunch, children’s amusements and fun on June 20 with tickets on sale from your

Brigade Unit Representative soon.

Mountainfest – A great day of food, activities, Salute to the Nation, games, on Division

Hill, June 26.

Flyers for many of the Fort Drum Family and MWR activities, classes, and events can

be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/DrumFMWR at the photos tab in albums.