FWA Family and MWR Bear Necessities: February 2012

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* Events/activities and schedules are subject to change, weather pending *

For more information, call 353-9131.

FAMILY TUBING DAYFebruary 4, 1 to 7 p.m.- DoD Card holder Families: $20/hr- Non-DoD Card holder Families: $30/hr

DOGSLED RIDESFebruary 5, 12 to 2 p.m.(Sign-ups stop at 1:15 p.m.): $5 per rider

SKI AND SNOWBOARD COMPETITIONFebruary 25Sign up in the lodge prior to the date and get more info.

LodgingDog Sled RidesSnow Machine ToursHorseback Riding

Deep Sea/River FishingKayakingWhitewater RaftingWildlife/Glacier Cruises

Bear ViewingScuba DivingGlacier HikesFlight Seeing

Seward Military ResortUltimate Year ‘Round Recreation Destination!

“You provide our freedom, let us provide your fun!”

Stay 2 nights, get the 3rd night free!It’s never to early to start planning your vacation for next summer.

Make your reservations for summer 2012 today!

Become a fan! Follow Seward Military Resort on Facebook!

907.224.5559/2659 or 800.770.1858www.sewardresort.com

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SUPER BOWL PARTYFebruary 5, 2 p.m.Enjoy free half-time munchies and win prizes given away each time the score changes.

Speed DatingFebruary 29,

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NASCARFebruary 26 Watch the race, play interactive games, and enjoy southern style cuisine.

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CROSS COUNTRY SKI & SOAKFebruary 25, 9 a.m.Cost is $15/person. Must be at least 18+ to enter the rock pool.

After skiing, relax in the outdoor rock pool at Chena Hot Springs! Transportation, ski equipment, and instruction is provided. No experience necessary. Bring warm clothes, lunch, water, swimwear and a towel for the hot springs!

SNOW MACHINE SAFETY COURSEFebruary 11, 9 a.m.Age: 18+, no cost

This class is required to rent snowmachines from the ORC.

WOMEN IN THE WILDERNESS: ICE FISHINGFebruary 4, 8 a.m. Fee: $25/person. An Alaska state fishing license is required for this trip.

If you are new to ice fishing, then here is your chance to see how it’s done. ORC will provide transportation, rod and reel, bait, ice fishing hut with wood stove, and the know-how to get you started. The trip will be postponed if the temp dropsbelow -20 degrees.

ALYESKA SKI/SNOWBOARD ADVENTUREFebruary 10 – 12, 5 p.m. departure. Fee: $175 per person

Venture for the weekend at Alyeska Resort. ORC provides transportation, lodging and a lift ticket. Participants will need to provide their own food, ski/snowboard gear (bring your own or rent), and warm clothes.

MACLAREN RIVER LODGEFebruary 17 – 19 (Must register by Feb. 3). Departs at 8 a.m.Fee: $300 per person

Take a snow machine trip out to Maclaren lodge. This is the perfect getaway and a true Alaskan experience. This program is weather dependent subject to blizzards, white-out conditions and extreme temperatures. Participants need warm boots, cold weather clothing, hand/foot warmers, and a good pair of gloves.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING LESSONSArrange with instructor. call 361-2652. Age: 10 and older. Fee: $5 per person

Sessions run between 45 minutes and an hour. Equipment is provided. Lessons will be postponed if the temperatures falls below -10°F.

Photo taken by James Smith.

This year, the Yukon Quest starts in Fairbanks and the course goes right next to the Outdoor Recreation Center.

Celebrate with free snow machine rides, ice fishing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, warm drinks, and help us give some of the best racers a great send off!

For more information, call 361-6349/6350.

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Yukon Questwith the ORCFebruary 410:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Please take a moment to sign up for the Fort Wainwright Community Savers Pledge Drive. Pledge booths will be located at AAFES and ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE February 21 – 24, 11 a.m. to2 p.m. You can also sign up by visiting www.militarysaves.org. Build Wealth Not Debt by Setting a Goal, Making a Plan and Saving Automatically. For more information, call 353-7438.

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NATIONAL GO BOWLING DAY!February 25, 1 – 5 p.m.Try a new Family fun outing today with $2.50 bowling: free shoe rental and a chance to win a BPA bowling bag & towel.

MOTHERLODE CAFÉ

Lunchtime Fun with Free BowlingTry the Fish’n’Chips basket featuring delicious battered Alaskan Cod served lane-side with waffle fries, slaw, and a large fountain drink – just $7.50. Available W-F, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m..

THE GOLD RUSH LOUNGE

February Drink Special:Patron Margarita. $5.

Wild Wing WednesdaysWednesdays, 5–7 p.m.Complimentary wings while they last!

SWEETHEART BOWLING February 14Buy one game and get one game free all day. Try a Chocolate Martini, Chocolate Pizza or some of our freshly baked chocolate chip cookies.

COSMIC BOWLFriday & Saturday nights 8 p.m.–1 a.m.

CELEBRATE!Host your next birthday party, unit functions, and gatherings at the Nugget Lanes Bowling Center. Call or stop by for a personal tour and meet with a planner.

SUPERBOWLFour big screen TVs with great appetizers and a fine selection of craft beers on tap and top shelf liquors set the stage for you to relax and enjoy the big game. Comfy couches, free billiards and Wi-Fi gets you settled in and connected for a full day of football fun! Chili and hot wing buffet special offered at $6.

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LEAP YEARFAMILY DINNERFebruary 29, 5 – 7 p.m.Youth Center

Middle and High School Teens! Enjoy dinner with your Family at the Youth Center. RSVP by calling 361-5437.

Is your Family new to Fort Wainwright? Parents and their K-12 kids are invited to an ice skating welcome party on Saturday, February 11. We will meet at 1 p.m. at the Youth Center, 4109 Neely Road, have a snack and meet ‘n’ greet local youth, then head to the ice rink. There is no cost and skates will be provided.RSVP by February 9 at 361-5437.

ICE SKATING WELCOME PARTY

February 11, 1 p.m.Youth Center, Bldg. 4109

SUPERBOWL XLVIFebruary 5, 1 – 6 p.m.

Parents and youth, watch the game on our movie sized screen! Snacks and refreshments provided.

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ALIGNMENT YOGAFebruary 7, 14, 21, 28Time: 6 to 7 p.m.Cost: $28 for 4 weeks.Participants need to bring a yoga mat, loose comfortable clothing, and a water bottle. Registration and payment in full is required.

CHESS CLUBFebruary 4, 11, 18, 253 – 5 p.m.The club will provide an informal setting for those who love the game to meet, play and discuss strategies while getting to know others that have an interest in chess as well.

BOUNCY HUT NIGHTFebruary 235 – 7:30 p.m.Children ages 4-12. Parents must be present to supervise their children. The playground area will also be available.

CUSTOM PICTUREFRAMING CLASS February 4, 10:30 a.m.Cost is $35 and includes all materials.Bring a 5X7 picture to frame.

GLASS FUSING & SLUMPING WORKSHOPFebruary 5,12, 26, 2 – 5 p.m.Cost is $65 and includes all materials. Learn the art of glass fusing. Create a pendent/magnet & class dish.

FIRST FRIDAYART BASHFebruary 3, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.View the display of Artist Trading cards “ATC’s” made by various artists and learn how to make them yourself!

3D BUTTERFLY PAPER ART CLASSFebruary 23, 1 – 3 p.m.Cost is $20 and includes all materials.

KID CRAFTING: “Beveled Glass Heart Magnet”February 11, (ages 4-7) and February 18, (ages 8-11)

Both classes 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $5 per child and includes all materials. Must be accompanied by a parent.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHTFebruary 9, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.(dependent on length)Join the LFCAC for a fun night of Family entertainment on a 16’ x 20’ screen. All movies rated G or PG.

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SPECIAL STORY HOURFebruary 17, 4 p.m.The Library is partnering with the National Education Association of Alaska to bring “Read Across Alaska” to Fort Wainwright. We’ll be kicking off this statewide event with sled dog stories and a sled dog craft! Mary Shields, local author and the first female to finish the Iditarod, will be visiting the Library along with sled dog, Clifford. We will also be making a card for Iditarod musher Hugh Neff to present to the children of Nome!

MULTICULTURALSTORY HOURFebruary 8, 4:30 p.m. Native Alaska! Susan Paskvan of Yukon-Koyukuk School District will share a traditional Koyukon Athabascan story, TOBAAN ETSEH (a story of a beaver-- We will all have a taste of an Athabascan treat and experience local art, too!

This is a kick-off event to the NEA’s READ ACROSS ALASKA.

Hear the call! There will be crafts and snacks and fun for all! Special guest readers will read the story (one may be tall)! A drawing will be held for a handmade Lorax statue, so be on the ball. The new HOW TO HELP THE EARTH- BY THE LORAX and a recycled tote bag will be given to the first 50 families who register and attend the event! Please register: www.doodle.com/gps3c7z8h9bd4qua

COMING SOON!READ ACROSSAMERICA: THE LORAXMarch 2, 4 p.m.Last Frontier Community Activity Center

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CABIN FEVER ADULT READING PROGRAM Now through – March 15. Open to adults 16+.No registration required.Write a review to share good reads by filling out a form for each book read at any participating library: Fort Wainwright Post Library, Noel Wien Public Library, North Pole Public Library, or Eielson Base Library.

Grand Prize Drawing: Includes $100 gift card for your local bookstore and more!All Fort Wainwright entries will be submitted for the Grand Prize Drawing March 20 at the Noel Wien Library. We will also have our own prize drawings throughout the program. For more information, call 353-4137.

OUR HEROES’ TREEFebruary 15, 3 p.m.Show your support for your military heroesat the Library.Make your Hero an ornament!

BABY & ME(0-36 mo.)February 22, 2 p.m. Story time fun for parents and caregivers!

BLADE! A Research and Writing Lab4:30 to 6 p.m., weekdaysGet help with writing & reference, and entry level math. Open to DoD college students.

Support in part by the following sponsors:

Fairbanks Orthodontic Group

No U.S. Army endorsement implied.

HOMECOMINGCurrent and past re-deployment pictures are wanted for display purposed through the oncoming months. Images can be brought to the library in print form or emailed to [email protected]. Call 353-4137 for more information.

STORY HOUR & CRAFTSFridays from 4 to 5 p.m.

3rd: Super Bowl!Come read about sports and make a Team bracelet!

10th: Dinosaurs and Princesses- We’re celebrating author Jane Yolen’s birthday with stories and fingerprint art!

17th: Snow Dogs!Celebrate snow dogs saving Nome! Create a snow dog fridge magnet!

24th: Tooth Fairy Day!Let’s read about our chompers and make a tooth fairy pillow. Fun!

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BGCA Digital Arts Festival:all day, SAC

First Friday Art Bash: 6:30 pm, Arts & Crafts

Superbowl Story Hour & Crafts: 4 pm, Post Library

Super Sunday Super Bowl Party: YS

Super Bowl: 11 am,Nugget Lanes

Glass Fusing & Slumping:2 pm, 3 week workshop, $65. Arts & Crafts

Open Ice Skating:1:30 pm, PFC

Community CPR & First Aid: 9 am, SAS



Safety Class:6 pm, Auto Skills

Romp and Stomp Play Morning: 9:30 am,LFCAC

Open Ice Skating:11:30 am, PFC

Group Cycling: 12 pm, PFC

Safety Class:6 pm, Auto Skills

President’s Day

Romp and Stomp Play Morning: 9:30 am,LFCAC

Zumba Fitness: 6 pm, PFC

Research and Writing Lab: 4:30 pm, Post Library

Group Cycling: 5 pm, PFC

Yoga: 6 pm, LFCAC

Cuddle Cure Class: 6:30 pm, CDC I

Yoga: 6 pm, LFCAC

Parent’s Night Out:5:45 pm, CDC I

Research and Writing Lab,: 4:30 pm, Post Library

Stick Hockey:11:30 am, PFC

Yoga: 6 pm, LFCAC

Research and Writing Lab,: 4:30 pm, Post Library

Stick Hockey:11:30 am, PFC

Group Strength: 12 pm, PFC

Yoga: 6 pm, LFCAC

Leap Year Family Dinner: 5:30 pm, YS

Group Strength: 12 pm, PFC

Romp and StompPlay Morning:9:30 am, LFCAC

Bouncy Hut Night:5:30 pm, LFCAC

Newcomers Orientation:9 am, LFCAC

Multi-Cultural Story Hour: 4:30 pm, Post Library

Boot Camp: 5 pm, PFC

Our Heroes’ Tree: 3 pm, Post Library


Welcome to Winter: 6 pm, LFCAC

Youth Sports & Fitness Parents Meeting for Indoor Soccer: 6 pm, YS

Baby & Me: 2 pm, Post Library

Tooth FairyStory Hour & Craft: 4 pm, Post Library

Stick Hockey: 11:30 am, PFC

Romp and StompPlay Morning: 9:30 am,LFCAC

Stick Hockey: 11:30 am, PFC

Family Movie Night:5:30 pm, LFCAC

Zumba Fitness: 6 pm, PFC

Research and Writing Lab: 4:30 pm, Post Library

Stick Hockey: 11:30 a.m., PFC

Zumba: 6 pm, PFC

Emotion Coaching II: 12 pm, LFCAC

Alyeska Ski/Snowboard:5 pm, ORC (3 day trip). Cost $150

Maclaren River Lodge:8 am, ORC (3 day trip)

Read Across Alaska: 4 pm, Post Library

SAS Mardi Gras Carnival: 3:30 pm, SAC

Women in the Wilderness Ice Fishing: 8 am, ORC

Custom Picture Framing: 10:30 am, Arts & Crafts $35

Family Tubing Day: 1 pm, Birch Hill

Parent’s Day Out: 9 am, CDC I

Snow Machine Safety:9 am, ORC

Zumba: 10 am, PFC

Kids Crafting: 10:30 am, Arts & Crafts. $5, ages 8-11

Chess Club: 3 pm, LFCAC

Cross Country Ski & Soak:9 am, ORC

Snowboard/Ski Event:2 pm, Birch Hill

Chess Club: 3 pm, LFCAC

Personal Financial Readiness: 8:30 am,Post Library

Blood Pressure Checks:11 am, PFC


Not all events are includedand subject to change. Please call ahead for registration, age restrictions, costs, and any other information that may apply.

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Register now for March!For registration information,call 353-7713.

Karate(Classes will meet twice a week in building 4391) Cost is $60 per month4 yrs, W/Sa 10–10:30 a.m.5-12 yrs, W 3:30–4:30 p.m. and Sa 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.13-18 yrs, W 4:30–5:30 p.m. and Sa 12:30–1:30 p.m.

Tae Kwon Do(Classes will meet twice a week at the LFCAC) Cost is $60 per month5-9 yrs, M/W 4:30–5:30 p.m.10-18 yrs, M/W 5:30–6:30 p.m.

Wood PyrographyLocation TBD, $4012-18 yrs, Tu and F 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Sign LanguageBuilding 4391.This is a free, parent run course.2+ yrs, Tu at 11 a.m.

Please note that times and locations are subject to change.

SKIES ExplorationBuilding 4391 (4 weeks), $452-4yrs, W 11–11:45 a.m.2-4yrs, W 12–12:45 p.m.2-4yrs, Sa 4–4:45 p.m.

Enjoy a variety of art, dance, cooking, yoga, music and a variety of continuousactivities and crafts.

DanceBuilding 4391. Please call 361-3218 or361-7713 to see what times work best for your Family. Tu–Sat.

Ballet - Ages 3-18, Cost is $40Creative Dance - Ages 6-18, Cost is $40

Ice SkatingPFC, cost is $503-5 yrs, Sa 9:45–10:15 a.m.6-18 yrs, Sa 10:15–10:45 a.m.

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MARCH PROGRAMS!CHILDREN(Ages 6 to 10) All Programs are 4:30 to 6 p.m.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING: $20Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28at Melaven gym with ORCScale the walls and reachnew heights.

CREATIVE CLAY: $75Thursdays, March 8, 15, 16, 22, 29at Arts & CraftsUse your creative thoughts to make your own clay work of art that can be taken home.

TUBING: $15Fridays, March 2, 9, 16, 23at Birch HillEnjoy the snowy downhill adventure and laughter with friends.

YOUTH(Ages 11 to 18) No charge.All programs are 4:30 to 6 p.m.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -STRIKES AND SLICES: Wednesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28at Nugget Lanes Bowling CenterStrike up some fun with friends and enjoy a slice of pizza. *Participants must wear socks.

INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING:Wednesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29at Melaven gym with ORCScale the walls and reachnew heights.

CREATIVE CLAY:Fridays, March 9, 16, 23, 30at Arts & CraftsUse your creative thoughts to make your own clay work of art that can be taken home.

Don’t let the snow keep you home.Get the EDGE! Sign up for March programs today.

The EDGE! Program offers out of school opportunities for children and youthages 6 to 18 to experience, develop, grow and excel by participating in

adventure, art, fitness and life skill activities.

Enrollment deadline for March programs is February 20.Participants must be registered with CYSS. For more information, call 361-4391.

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Fort Wainwright’s HIRED! Apprenticeship program is open to its dependents of active duty, DOD civilian, and retired military personnel. All participants must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States.

• Candidates must be 15 – 18 years of age • Candidates must be registered with Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services) • Candidates must have and maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better • Chosen participants are required to work 15 hours per week for 12 weeks • Additional options and requirements may be offered during the Summer Term* • Apprentices may complete up to 2 terms per year for 3 consecutive years

TERM REGISTRATION/APPLICATION DEADLINE TERM BEGINS TERM ENDS3 (Summer)* March 30, 2012 April 30, 2012 July 21, 20124 (Fall) June 29, 2012 July 30, 2012 October 20, 2012

Trainings offered weekly for CYS Services registered youth and Hired participants. For more information contact the Workforce Preparation Specialist of Child, Youth and School Services:

Voicemail only: 907.361.HIRE (4473) Youth Center : 907.361.5437

*Summer Session can be worked in partial terms, ask for clarification*

BGCABoys & Girls Clubs of America Digital Art Expo

View the artwork from the Fort Wainwright youth. Exhibits are on display throughout the month of February at the School Age Center and at the Youth Center. Entries are also in competition with other students throughout the nation. For more information, call 361-7394.

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3 PARENT’S NIGHT OUTFebruary 14, 5:45 – 8:45 p.m., CDC I, Building 4024.Register and pay by February 6. $12 per child. Snack provided.

PARENT’S DAY OUTFebruary 11. Register and pay by February 3. Three sessions:

> 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.$16 per child, lunch provided (11:30 a.m.)

> 1 – 5 p.m.$16 per child, snack provided (3 p.m.)

> 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.$32 per child, lunch and snack provided.

Care will be provided at the Child Development Center I, Bldg. 4024. All children must be registered with CYSS to receive services. For more information call 353-7713. Army Family Covenant benefits are available for Families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Soldiers or Fallen Soldiers.

CUDDLE CURE CLASSFebruary 146:30 – 8:30 p.m.CDC I, Building 4024.Learn how to soothe your fussy baby (birth - 3 mths) in five minutes or less. Limited free child care available. This is a partnership with ACSand CYSS.

EMOTION COACHINGPART 1: February 3PART 2: February 10Both sessions12 – 12:45 p.m. LFCAC, Building 1044Assists parents and caregivers in helping children understand and deal with emotions in healthy ways. ROMP

AND STOMPPLAYGROUPThis Month’s Focus -Math MadnessMondays and Thursdays,9:30 – 11 a.m.LFCAC, Building 1044.Call to reserve transportation from IHG hotel (353-7713).This program is a partnership with ACS and CYSS.

COMMUNITY CPR AND FIRST AIDFebruary 119 a.m. – 3 p.m.,Youth Center, Bldg. 4109This class will cover infant, child and adult CPR/AED with First Aid techniques. Participants will receive American Heart Association certifications for successful completion of this program. Please bring a lunch.

PYAC MEETINGFebruary 2911:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.SAC, Building 4166Agenda: Parent participation and summer plans for all programs.

THE TERRIBLE TWO’SFebruary 86:30 – 8:30 p.m.CDC I, Building 4024.Stop 60-90% of tantrums before they happen, and build a loving and respectful relationship with your young child.

For more information on any of the classes offered, call 353-7713.

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* FITNESS SESSIONS:The Family and MWR Sports and Fitness Program offers two sessions of classes:

M - F: 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Sessions are held at Melaven Gym at no cost. For more information on class schedules call 353-1999.

CHILD CARE: Child, Youth & School Services provideslimited child care on site for FAME programs.

Cost: $33 per month per child per sessionWhen: M, W, F9 to 10:30 a.m., or 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

$24 per month per child sessionWhen: T, Th9 to 10:30 a.m., or 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Minimum of 5 registered to offer classes.Children must be pre-registered at Parent Central Services, 4391 Neely Rd., room 18. Pre-registration begins the 20th of the month for the next month’s sessions. AFC Benefits for families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Warriors, or Fallen Soldiers may be used to pay for this care. For more information on child care, please call 353-7713.

FAME Exercise and Child Care programs are closed for federal and training holidays.

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CYSSchild care during your workouts.*

PARENTS, DON’T FORGET!Parent Teacher Conferences February 20-21. Contact your school for exact times and scheduling.

North Pole High School students!

Join us at the Fort Wainwright Youth Center every Friday.You will take the Green Line MACS bus from school to the Transit Center in downtown Fairbanks. A white Youth Center bus will be there to pick you up and take you to the Youth Center. (The MAC bus costs $.75)

Friday activities include movies, basketball, game room, arts & crafts, cooking, and more. Registrationrequired. Call 361-5437 for more info.

• Obtain Children off our CYS list. • FREE training/Career Opportunities/transfers to your next installation. • Stay at Home and receive an income up to $4,500 or more. • Become a member of our Provider support group. • We help provide the materials to set up your home


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Interested in becoming an Army Family Child Care Provider?ORIENTATION: First Wednesday of every month 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.Bldg. 1049 #1

• Obtain Children off our CYS list. • FREE training/Career Opportunities/transfers to your next installation. • Stay at Home and receive an income up to $4,500 or more. • Become a member of our Provider support group. • We help provide the materials to set up your home


Children 6 weeks to 5 years old (not yet in Kindergarten)Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Call 361-9056 to make reservations.Orientation required. Hourly Child Care orientation Tuesdays, 10 a.m.

Part Day Pre-School orientation, Wednesdays at 10 a.m. (as needed) at CDCII, Bldg 4176. Reservations are required and space is limited.

All children must be registered in CYSS to be eligible for programs.

HOURLY CHILD CARE$4

2/21 Trustworthiness2/22 Caring2/23 Citizenship2/24 Respect2/27 Fairness2/28 Responsibility2/29 Rainbow Day

This month children will learn the 6 pillars:Child Development Center,Building 4024For more info, call 361-4190.

Help Soldiers and their Families.

It’s a good thing.

By volunteering with ACS, you could receive up to 16 hours of child care

(per month) at no cost.For more information, stop by

Army Community Service, Building 3401 By phone, call 353.1977 or 353.4227.

When you need help:

Survivor Outreach Servicesmflcabuse hotline

Confidential Assistance for short time problem resolution: marriage/relationship stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and other daily life issues.

MFLCMilitary & Family Life Consultants

388-2553

Domestic Violence Victims have options. Call 388-2260.

To report incidents of Child or Domestic Abuse,contact 353-7535 (24/7).

For Sexual Assault reporting, please call 353-7272 (24/7).

ABUSE.

SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES

OUR PURPOSE is to deliver on the Army’s commitment to Families of the Fallen. Survivor Outreach Services connects you with people who can help you find the right support. Survivor Outreach Services provide support services for Active, Reserve and Army national Guard Families. For more information, call Survivor Outreach Services at 907-353-4004.

EFMP RESPITE CARE

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) respite care is a program that provides a temporary rest period for Family members responsible for regular care of persons with disabilities. Eligibility is based on EFMP enrollment and EFM’s medical or educational condition.For info, call 353-4243.

Sip & SocialFebruary 7, 1 to 2 p.m.LFCAC, Bldg. 1044Expand your circle of support. Get out and meet other EFMPFamilies. Feel free to bring coffee, tea, and a snackto share.

Arts & Crafts NightFebruary 10, 6 p.m.Ages 3+, $5Arts & Crafts, Bldg. 3727

Bowling NightFebruary 24, 6 to 7 p.m.Nugget Lanes, Bldg. 3702$2.25 per game,shoes included.

Lunch & LearnFebruary 16, 12 to 1 p.m.Post Library, Bldg. 3700

Birch Hill TubingFebruary 18, 12:45 p.m.$3 for 1 hour, $5 for 2 hours

Army Community ServiceAll ACS classes are held in the training room of building 3401 unless otherwise noted. They are

offered at no cost. Advance registration is required. Class may be cancelled if minimum of 5 participants is not met. Limited childcare is available for class participants and ACS volunteers. Please call 361.9065 to register your child. For a complete list of ACS classes and workshops,

visit www.calendarwiz.com/ftwainwrightfmwr or call 353-4227.

Newcomers OrientationGarrison Newcomers Orientation provides information for Soldiers, Family members and Civilians new to FWA within 60 days. Mandatory for Soldiers. Spouses and Civilians are strongly encouraged to attend. Child care vouchers are provided. Register with CYSS.

February 89 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.LFCAC, Building 1044

What are Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS?Family and MWR locally funds dividends to Units for the collective benefit of all unit members

for off-duty morale, welfare and recreational purposes; all unit members must have the opportunity to participate in the activity supported with unit funds dividends.

The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation, through the NAF Support Management Division, maintains all Unit Funds. Please call the Unit Funds Advisor for more information and instructions on establishing and maintaining Unit Funds (907) 353-7765.

Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS Family and MWR Unit Funds Advisor

Bldg. 1045 basementFort Wainwright, AK 99703

(907) [email protected]

Want to set up a Private Organization on post?In order to be recognized as a Fort Wainwright Private Organization you must establish and

submit the required Private Organization packet. For information and packet processing, please contact the Family and MWR Private Organization Advisor at 353-7740.

Family and MWR Private Organization AdvisorBldg. 1045 basement

Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 (907) 353-7740

AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER

For all your auto needs.

• heating/AC service• wheel alignment and tire rotation• car wash and vacuum station• towing• tire repairs• jump starts

Bldg. 3730353-7436

SAFETY ORIENTATION CLASSMondays at 6 p.m.

Participants will gain knowledge of what is offered and how to complete do-it-yourself projects. Staff are there to assist as needed. This class is required to use the facility.

Stop by to learn how to winterize your vehicle!

TOW TRUCK SERVICESavailable 24 hours 590-1716

President’s DayHoliday Hours

Army Community Services 730-1630* ClosedArts & Crafts Center 1130-1930 ClosedAutomotive Skills Center 1130-2030 ClosedBirch Hill 1200-2000 1200-2000Chena Bend Golf Course ********** Closed for the season *********** CDC I 0600-1800** ClosedCDC II Closed ClosedFamily Child Care Closed ClosedFischer Skeet Range *********Open by appointment only ******** LFCAC 0800-2100 ClosedMelaven PFC 1100-1900 ClosedMelaven Pool 1100-1900 ClosedNugget Lanes 1100-0100 ClosedOutdoor Recreation 1200-1800 ClosedParent Central Services Closed ClosedPhysical Fitness Center 0800-2000 0800-2000PFC Ice Rink 1330-1600 1330-1600Post Library 1100-1800 ClosedSchool Age Center 0600-1800** ClosedThe Warrior Zone 1600-0100 1600-2300Youth Center 1300-2100 Closed 2/18 Closed

* Limited Hours** Verified Duty

TrainingFri. 2/17

Fed. HolidayMon. 2/20

Learn how to be a better public speakerand meet new people!Join the Wainwright Warriors Toastmasters

Regular Club Meetings are held on Tuesdays from 1200 to 1300Location: The Last Frontier Community Activity Center (LFCAC) Playground Conference RoomFor more information, please email:[email protected].

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SWIM LESSONS: February 3-25

LEVEL 1: Friday 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. and Saturday 11:45- 12:30 p.m. LEVEL 2: Friday 6:15 – 7 p.m. and Saturday 11:45 – 12:30 p.m.8 lessons: $25. Limited to 6 students. No minimum age, child must be able to stand in 3.5 feet and be independent enough to follow instructions with 5 other children from one instructor.

Registration period: now through February 3 or until class is full. All swim lessons are held at Melaven Gym. For more information, call 353-1999.

VOLLEYBALL COACHES MEETINGFebruary 15, 2 p.m., PFCLeague play begins March 5. For more information, call the intramural director at 353-7294.

GROUP CYCLING:> Mon & Wed: 12 p.m.> Tues & Thurs: 6:30 a.m.> Tues: 5 p.m.> Sat: 10 a.m.

HOUR OF POWER:Group Strength> Tues & Thurs: 12 p.m.

BOOT CAMP:> Wed: 5 p.m.

FUNCTIONAL STRENGTH & CONDITIONINGMelaven Physical Fitness Center Tues & Thurs 4 p.m.with Instructor Ben EhlersCall 353-9137.

Zumba:Mon & Thurs: 6 p.m. Sat: 1 p.m.Zumba classes are $7 each or purchase a 10 punch class card for $70 and receive the 11th class at no cost.

FITNESS CLASSES

ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) Bldg. 3401, p 353-4227 M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sa-Su ClosedFAP: Bldg. 1049 #5, p 353-7317SOS: Bldg. 1049 #4, P 353-4004 ARTS AND CRAFTS CENTERBldg. 3727, p 353-7520 M-W Closed Th-F 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sa -Su 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER Bldg. 3730, p 353-7436 M 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. T-W Closed Th-F 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sa 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Su 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.Tow Service (24 hrs): 590-1716

BIRCH HILLSKI & SNOWBOARD AREA Bldg. 1172, p 353-1998 F, S, Su 12 to 8 p.m. B.O.S.S. Bldg. 1555, p 353-7648

CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE AND SNACK BAR Bldg. 2092, p 353-6223 Closed for the season

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER I (CDC I)Bldg. 4024, p 361-4190 M-F 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER II (CDC II)Bldg. 4176, p 361-9056 3-Day Part Day Pre-School M, W, F 8:45 to 11:45 a.m. 2-Day Part Day Pre-School T, Th 8:45 to 11:45 a.m. 5-Day Part Day Pre-School M-F 1 to 4 p.m. S, Su Closed

CYSS PARENT CENTRAL SERVICESBldg. 1049 #2, p 353-7713/7826 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. W 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

FISCHER SKEET RANGE Bldg. 1172, p 353-7869 Available for special occasions.

LAST FRONTIER COMMUNITYACTIVITY CENTER (LFCAC)Bldg. 1044, p 353-7755 LFCAC M-Th 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. F 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sa 1 to 9 p.m. Su 1 to 6 p.m. LASER TAG: Th 3 to 7 p.m. F 3 to 8 p.m. Sa 1 to 8 p.m. Su 1 to 5 p.m.

LIBRARYBldg. 3700, p 353-2642 M 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. T-Th 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. F-Sa 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Su Closed

MELAVEN PHYSICALFITNESS CENTERBldg. 3452, p 353-1994 M-F 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sa 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Su Closed

MELAVEN INDOOR POOLBldg. 3452, p 353-1995 T-F 6:15 a.m. to 8 a.m. (lap swim only) 11 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sa 11:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. Su-M CLOSED

NAF CIVILIAN PERSONNELBldg. 1045, p 353-6356 M-F 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 4 p.m. Sat-Sun Closed

NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTERBldg. 3702, p 353-2654 NUGGET LANES: M-T 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. W-Th 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. F-Sa 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Su 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. GOLDRUSH LOUNGE M-T Closed W-Th 5 to 10 p.m. Fr-Sa 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Su 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. MOTHERLODE CAFE M-T Closed W 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Th 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. F 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; 5 to 9 p.m. Sa 1 to 9 p.m. Su 1 to 6 p.m.

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER (ORC)Bldg. 4050, p 361-6349 T-Sa 12 to 6 p.m. Su-M ClosedFor programs call 361-4089 or 361-2652.

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER (PFC)Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 M-F 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sa-Su 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

PFC ICE RINKBldg. 3709, p 353-7223 F 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. Sa, Su, Holidays, School Breaks 1:30 to 4 p.m.CLOSED on Thanksgiving,Christmas Day, New Years Day

PRIVATE ORGANIZATION ADVISORBldg. 1045, p 353-7740 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

SCHOOL AGE CENTER (SAC)Bldg. 4166, p 361-7394 M-F 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

SFACMoving January 30Bldg. 3414, p 353-7322M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Sa-Su Closed

SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICERSBldg. 4109, p 361-9377/9897 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

UNIT FUNDSBldg. 1045, p 353-7765 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

WARRIOR ZONEBldg. 3205, p 353-1087 M, Th 4 to 11 p.m. W 4 to 11 p.m. (gaming only, bar and kitchen is closed) T Closed F-Sa 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Su 1 to 9 p.m.

YOUTH CENTERBldg. 4109, p 361-5437M-Th: 1 to 7 p.m.F-Sat: 1 to 9 p.m.Su: Closed

YOUTH SPORTSBldg. 4109, p 353-7482 M-F 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

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