Volume 26, Issue 12 Family and MWR Calendar of Events
1. Volume 26, Issue 12 December 2011
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Family and MWR Calendar of Events and Activities
2. 2 Family and MWR PREVIEW December 2011
Fort Drum Family and MWR
Military Families First at Family and MWR
With the holiday season approach- the Youth Center Choir singing
ing and the first few snowflakes of Christmas Carols, Magic, Music, Pizza
winter beginning to fall, Fort Drum Buffet, Gifts, and a special guest
Families and Soldiers begin to look appearance. All this and more is pre-
for some fun holiday activities to cel- sented at the Commons.
ebrate the season. BOSS will open its doors on Nash
This holiday season, keep yourself Boulevard on Christmas Eve and Day
and your family busy by participating and again on New Years Eve to
in community events such as the Soldiers who do not have the oppor-
Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony held tunity to leave Fort Drum on those
December 1 at 5:15 pm at the Main days. Holiday food and plenty of activ-
Post Chapel with treats available ities are offered with video gaming,
inside Youth Services, Christmas televised football, pool, the new
Carols, and a visit from Santa. media room, and free wifi internet.
Units will be distributing Christmas There is also an opportunity to cel-
trees to families that have been ebrate New Year’s Eve in Niagara
donated by local tree farms through Falls. Parks and Recreation have a trip
the Trees for Troops program spon- with a two night three day stay in
sored by The Spirit of Christmas Niagara Falls on the Canadian side of
Foundation and Federal Express and the falls. $150.00 per person will
organized by BOSS. include transportation and accommo-
December 3 Parks and Recreation dations near the Hard Rock Café
are offering a trip to see Syracuse where you can enjoy a free New
City Balet perform Children’s Year’s Eve Rock Concert and mid-
Nutcracker with tickets at $45 per night fireworks over the falls.
person. No matter how you spend this holi-
On December 6 beginning at 5 pm day season be sure to take time for
Family and MWR and AUSA partner yourself, and enjoy the spirit of the
The crowd waiting for Santa at last year’s Family Holiday Celebration to present a Family Holiday season.
Celebration with entertainment by
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Garrison Commander
Col. Noel T. Nicolle
Director Family and Morale,
Welfare and Recreation
Mr. Harold E. Greer
Marketing Chief
Ms. Donna W. Orvis
Preview Editor
Ms. Laura Oakes
Special Events
Ms. Michelle Roden
Graphics Illustrator
Mr. John Donovan
Office Automation Clerk
Ms. Brenda Hess
Preview is published monthly by Fort
Drum’s Family and Morale, Welfare, and
Recreation (Family and MWR). Opinions
expressed here do not necessarily reflect
Fort Drum Family and MWR online: www.drummwr.com
those of the U.S. Army. Copies of this publi-
cation are available monthly as an insert in
the third issue of the installation newspaper,
The Fort Drum Mountaineer, in all Family
and MWR facilities, and by contacting the
Family and MWR Marketing Office at 315-
772-5370. Information published here was
accurate at the time of printing but may be
subject to change without notice. Smartphone link to the Fort
Drum Family and MWR Calendar
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Commons Activity Center
The Commons The Commons is ideal for conferences, seminars and small meetings.
Groups of 25 - 500 people can be accommodated in the banquet rooms.
War Fighters conference rooms are used for VIP functions featuring 2
Bldg. P-4350 772-6222
plasma TV's for briefings and is equipped for VTC conferences. A sound-
Buster’s Brew Pub proof wall is used to separate the two rooms.
Dining Specials NFL Sunday Ticket
Relax in the Old English atmosphere The ultimate field advantage with
at Buster’s Brew Pub and enjoy a great Sunday Ticket you won’t miss a single
meal, try one of the evening specials or game at the Winner’s Circle.
one of the unique brews distilled in Sundays . . . . .Doors open at noon
their own micro - brewery. Check out
the house favorite - 10th Mountain WWE Pay-Per-View Wrestling
Light Beer or the special brew of the The Winner’s Circle Sports Bar has
month. all of the excitement of viewing WWE
Pay-Per-View on the big screen.
Tuesday Admission is $3. Doors open at 6 pm.
Open Faced Grilled Rib Eye Live pre show begins at 7:30 pm with
Sandwich Dinner Special the feature event starting at 8 pm.
A tender and juicy grilled to order rib Dec 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TLC
eye steak served on a fresh roll with
salad, potato, vegetable, dinner roll and Thursday Night NFL
butter. Watch the NFL Football games on the
Rib Eye Sandwich Dinner big screen with friends while enjoying
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10.95 your favorite snacks and beverages.
Thursdays . . . . . . .Game time 8 pm
Wednesday
Rib Night Special Family Nights
Start your evening out right with the The Commons celebrates Family
Buster’s Brew Pub
Stop in Buster’s Brew Pub
mouth-watering 'Rack of Ribs Special' in
Buster's Brew Pub. Enjoy live entertain-
Nights every Tuesday at 5 pm with a
pizza and pasta buffet dinner and a Sandwich of the Month for dinner Wednesday -
ment by Les Gates. variety of family entertainment weekly. Special $5.50 Friday and enjoy a great
Half rack of ribs . . . . . . . . . .$11.95 To kick off this popular event the Back
Cobb Salad Sandwich meal with live
Half roasted/BBQ chicken . . . . . . . . To School Carnival will feature special
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$9.95 activitiesm, treats, and the friendly
entertainment by “Les
Family and MWR Characters. Gates” .
Thursday Dec 6 . . .Family Holday Celebration Restaurant and Pub
Prime Rib Night Special Dec 13 . . . . . . . . . . . .Carnival Night Hours of Operation Try one of the evening specials:
Stop by Buster’s Brew Pub on Mon - Fri - Lunch . . . . .11 am - 2 pm
Tue - Fri - Dinner . . . . . . . .5 - 9 pm
Tuesday - Rib Eye Sandwich
Thursday for the Prime Rib Special Ham Buffet
including all the traditional sides. Enjoy Oven roasted Ham Lunch Buffet Tue - Fri - Bar . . . . . . . . . . .4 - 10 pm Wednesday - Rack of Ribs,
live entertainment by Les Gates. and beverage, all for only $7.95. In Hours subject to change. Check Thursday - Prime Rib, and
12 oz Prime Rib . . . . . . . . . .$12.95 the Winner’s Circle. Facebook and facilities for updated
Dec 15 . . . . . . . . .11am - 1:30 pm hours. Friday - Steak.
Friday Night Steak Special
Fridays at Buster's Brew Pub you will Ultimate Fighting Championships
enjoy a steak cooked to order, with Check out the Pay-Per-View UFC
Baked Potato, and Vegetable. Buster's
also has freshly made brews and tempt-
ing desserts. Enjoy live entertainment
Fight Night at the Winner’s Circle
Sports Bar. Pre fight activities begin at
9 pm with the main event beginning at
Plan a Party or Unit Function
by Les Gates.
Porterhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . .$17.95
10 pm.
Dec 3 . . . . . . . . . .Door Open at 7 at The Lodges of Remington Park
NY Strip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15.95
Right Arm Night
Friday’s At Ease! We’ve got a great Fort Drum team!
After a week of hard work you Show your appreciation at Right Arm
deserve to join friends, unwind, and Night. This free event is hosted
ready yourself for the weekend. At monthly by one of the Units on Fort
Ease! offers free pizza and drink specials Drum featuring a hot snack bar, drink
from 4 - 7 pm in Buster’s Brew Pub. specials, and fun activities with the
(Closed on training holidays). people you depend on every day.
Jan 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 pm
Brew of the
Month: Lloyd's Landing Lodge
Lloyd’s Landing is located on the beach
at Remington Park. The lodge features a
Hillside Lake Lodge
The Hillside Lake Lodge overlooks
Remington Pond. The lodge features a large
Rudolph’s Red
large stone fireplace with two cozy seat- stone fireplace, comfortable seating areas
ing areas. The seating capacity is 72 with and a full kitchen. . The seating capacity is
a standing capacity of 150. for 50 with a standing capacity for 100.
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Bowling Center
Bldg. P-4320 772-6601
The Pine Plains
Bowling Center
Fort Drum’s 24-lane bowling
center features automated, com-
puterized scorekeeping consoles Dining at the Bowl
and overhead scoring monitors. Lil’Skeeters Restaurant
Handicap access lanes and
bumper bowl lanes are available.
The center contains a unique Lil’ Skeeters Restaurant - Dining at The Bowl
snack bar/smoke house eatery - Lil' Skeeter's Restaurant located in the Pine Plains Bowling Center serves the most
scrumptious BBQ Sandwiches, burgers, hoagies, salads, and more. While famous for their
Lil’ Skeeters BBQ, a video arcade, In-house Hickory Smoked BBQ's and sauces, Lil' Skeeter's also offers a range of other
and a billiards room. mouth pleasing treats such as chicken tenders, buffalo wings, fresh made pizza (by the
slice or whole), hot dogs, nachos, cole slaw, baked beans, macaroni and potato salads,
corn bread, french fries, and onion rings. Dine in or take out.. Purchase lunch
Birthday Parties ing times. Maximum of six children Wednesday - Friday between 11:00 am and 1:30 pm and receive a FREE game of bowl-
Birthday parties at the bowl are fun. per lane. ing (must be used same day before 3 pm).
We will work to create the perfect Dine In/Take Out 772-6601
package to make your birthday spe- Bowl-A-Lunch
cial, fun, and easy! Call 772-6601 for Purchase a lunch at Lil’ Skeeter’s
All-You-Can-Bowl Special Pay-As-You-Play Cosmic Bowling
reservations. Snack Bar and receive one free
This spectacular special won’t be Out of this world bowling fun. Adults
Package #1 game, shoe rental not included. $3 per game + shoes. Children 12
beat. Rent a lane for only $9 per
Includes 1 hour of bowling, shoes, and Bowling must be used on the same and under $2.25 + shoes.
person, per hour, for unlimited bowl-
choice of a meal from the “Junior day before 3 p.m. Saturdays . . . . . . . . .9 pm - Midnight
ing, includes shoes.
League” menu for only $9 per child. Mon - Fri . . . . . . . . . . .11 am - 3 pm Sunday Family Bowling Special
Wednesdays . . . . . . . . . . .7 - 10 pm
Package #2 Families may enjoy bowling at a spe-
Just bowling & shoes for up to 6 chil- By The Hour Bowling Special cial low price of $1.50 per game
All-You-Can-Bowl Cosmic
dren per lane. All you can bowl in one hour for (Adults) and $1 per game for children
Bowling
(No outside food permitted in just $12 including shoes. 12 yrs and younger. Does not include
Bowl as many games as you like for
Bowling Center except for cake Mon - Fri . . . . . . . . . . .11 am - 3 pm shoes.
one low rate on Thursdays, We turn
and ice cream) for $15 per lane, down the lights and crank up the Sundays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 - 6 pm
per hour. Bowl Two Get One Free
tunes for out of this world bowling
Bowl two games at regular price and All-You-Can-Bowl Sunday
fun.$10.50 per person including
Bumper Bowling receive 1 game free. Shoes not
shoes. Bowl as many games as you like for
Bumper bowling is ideal for young included.
Thursdays . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 - 10 pm just $9 per person including shoes.
bowlers. Bumper Bowling is avail- Tuesdays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 - 9 pm Sundays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 - 9 pm
able on 12 lanes during open bowl-
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Army Community Service
Bldg.P-4330 Classes and Programs
Information and Referral 1-800-826-0886 or 772-6556 Call programs to find out times and locations of classes offered
ACS Outreach Dec 13 . . . . . . . . . . . .1:30 - 3:30 pm
Army Family Covenant “Keeping the Promise” 772-5374
Army Community Service is a one-stop information and referral agency that is of particular New Parent Support Program
interest to newcomers. ACS helps prepare Soldiers and Families for the ever-changing mili- Army Family Team Building New Parent Support offers parenting
tary lifestyle by providing a wide variety of educational programs and events. ACS also serves 772-6710/9229/6566 and supportive teaching services to
as the hub of deployment cycle activities. AFTB Level 1 any family that is ID card eligible with
Dec 7 - 8 . . . . . . . . . . . .9 am - 4 pm children from the ages 0-3 years old.
Army Emergency Relief
Army Emergency Relief (AER) is dedicated to assisting Soldiers, Retirees, survivors and Financial Readiness
their Families with emergency financial assistance. AER can help with emergency trav- Army Family Action Plan
772-6710 772-5196/8526
el, prevention of eviction, first month’s rent and security deposit, emergency food FRP supports units and FRGs with
needs, auto repair, and emergency medical and dental expenses. The program provides AFAP Issues accepted year-round
on-demand training to meet the
interest free loans and grants to members of the military community with valid emer- needs of the Soldier and Family mem-
gency needs. AER is run by funds provided by the contributions from service mem- Army Vollunteer Corps
Coordinator ber.
bers and the community. The AER office is housed at P-4330 Conway Road, inside of 1st Term Soldier Financial Training
the Army Community Service Building. The offices offer privacy and a comfortable 772-2899
December and January Volunteer of Wednesdays . . . . . . . .8:30 am - 4 pm
waiting area to make difficult times a little easier. For more information about the Budget Development and Record
program, our fundraising campaign, or our assistance capabilities please call 772- the Month Event at The Commons.
Jan 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:30 - 11am Keeping Dec 12 . . . . . . .9 am - noon
6560/6555. For after hours emergencies that cannot wait until the next business day, Homebuyers Class
assistance can be obtained by calling 1-877-272-7337. Contact AER at 772-8873 for Dec 19 . . . . . . . . . . . .9:30 - 11:30 am
appointments and questions. Exceptional Family Member
Program
Information and Referral Center 772-5476 Military Family Life Consultants
Information and Referral Program (I&R) is the ACS resource service for Fort Drum EFMP now has a System Navigator 212-6919
and the surrounding community. I&R can assist with finding resources, activities and available to help EFMP familes registr- Walk In/Appointments at ACS
events in and around the Fort Drum area. Available amenities at ACS include a fur- er for benefits and programs. Mon - Fri . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 am - 8 pm
nished kitchen, family lounge, conference room and a communications center offering EFMP Support Group Meeting
internet, printer, and fax capability. Free Baby Bundles are available for newborns - 3 Dec 13 . . . . . . . . . . .11:30 am - 1 pm Mobilization and Deployment
month olds of E1 through E5 or multiple births regardless of rank. 772-2848
Hours of operation are Mon - Fri, 7:30 am - 6 pm and Sat, Sun & Holidays, 9 am - 7 Employment Readiness Event Planning
pm. Call 1-800-826-0886 or 772-6556/6557 for more information. 772-9611 Dec 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 - 11:30 am
Employment 101 CARE Team Training
ACS Outreach Dec 1 . . . . . . . . . . . .9:30 - 11:30 am Dec 12 . . . . . . . . . . .9 am - 12:30 pm
The goal of Outreach Services is two-fold. First to service the units by evaluating Build Your Own Business Key Caller Class
needs, coordinating services and delivering programming and secondly, to provide pro- Dec 13 . . . . . . . . . . .9:30 - 11:30 am Dec 13 . . .2 - 3:30 pm & 5 - 6:30 pm
gramming that promotes community cohesiveness. Info table is held twice a month at Job Club & At-Home Career Fair
the Exchange food court. Available for unit briefings call for appointments. Call for Dec 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .noon - 2 pm
more information at (315) 772-5374 Fed Employment Worksohp Relocation Readiness
Dec 15 . . . . . . . . . . .9:30 - 11:30 am 772-6566
Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator Registration required for all classes Welcome Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tue
Volunteering at Fort Drum is fun and easy positions are now posted online at held at ACS Stateside PCS Briefs . . . . . Tue & Thu
www.myarmyonesource.com. The Volunteer Management Information System or English for Speakers of Other
(VMIS) is a historical change to the way Army installations track and manage their vol- Family Advocacy Program Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
unteer programs. Volunteers can now manage, log and track their volunteer hours as 772-2279 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tue and Thu
well as search for open volunteer positions. VMIS allows volunteers to keep a detailed Stress Management Hearts Apart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dec 2
history of all volunteer positions held whether it’s here at Fort Drum or at your last Dec 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:30 - 3:30 pm Newcomer Orientation . . . . . .Dec 5
installation. This system will unify how volunteer activity is tracked across all Army Scream Free Parenting, Pre-register Overseas PCS Brief . . . . . . . .Dec 15
posts so your volunteer hours and experience will easily follow you when PCS’ing. Dec 8 & 9 . . . . . . . . . . . .9 am - 3 pm
For more information about volunteering on Fort Drum, call 772-2899. Anger Management
Soldier and Family Assistance
Center 772-7781
Inprocessing for WTU/MEB Soldiers
and Families:
Wed . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 am - 4:30 pm
Fri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 am - noon
Survivor Outreach Services
772-6357
SOS Grouip Meeting at ACS
Coupon Giveaway
Pass on the Savings!
Take a Coupon - Give a
Coupon. Product and
Store Coupons available
at Army Community
Service Information and
Referral desk.
6. 6 Family and MWR PREVIEW December 2011
Youth Center
C hi l d , Yo u t h a n d S ch o o l S e rv ices
Bldg. P-10790 772-6719
The High School Lounge and Middle School Lounge at Youth Center (YC) are
open to youth weekdays after school, at noon on Saturdays and when school is
not in session. Bring a friend as a guest, hang out, listen to music, or play video
games. Free snacks offered daily. Membership is free!
Please visit us at the Youth Center Youth Center Hours of
immidiately following the Fort Operation Free Class For Youth Aged 10 - 15
Drum Holiday Tree Lighting at 5:15
on December 1 for refreshments Admin. and Registration Hours
and a visit with Santa. Mon - Fri . . . . . . . . .11 am - 7 pm
Sat - Reg. Only . . . . .noon - 7 pm
MS Trips & Activities Middle School Hours -
(grades 7-8)
Holiday Dance - $2 for Monday - Friday . . . . .2:30 - 7 pm
Member, $4 for Non- Member Saturday . . . . . . . . . .noon - 7 pm
Dec 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 - 10 pm High School Hours -
(grades 9-12)
MS & HS Trips and Activities Monday - Thursday . .2:30 - 8 pm
Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . .2:30 - 9 pm
Gingerbread Contest - Free Saturday . . . . . . . . . .noon - 8 pm
Dec 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 - 4 pm The Youth Center opens at 1 pm on
days when public school is not in ses-
Holiday Ornament Making sion.
Party - Free
Dec 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 - 6 pm Hours are subject to change.
A late fee of $1 per minute per
youth will be charged for late pick-
Holiday Party - Free ups.
Food, music, games and contests
with prizes. Youth Center Hours Will be
Dec 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 - 5 pm Amended on:
Dec 24 . . . . . . . . . . .noon - 6 pm
Syracuse Stage Theater Trip - Dec 25 & 26 . . . . . . . . . .Closed
The Lion, The Witch, and The Dec 31 . . . . . . . . . . .7 pm - 1 am
Wardrobe - $15 per person
Registration deadline for this trip HIRED! Apprenticeship Program CYSS Youth Sports & Fitness
is Wednesday, Dec 14.
Dec 27 . . . . . . . . . . .Noon - 8 pm Teens, 15-18, interested in working
may apply for an apprenticeship Bldg. M-435A 772-6718/4102
New Years Eve Party - $5 through the HIRED! Smart Start General
Apprenticeship Program. Teens will sign up as a volunteer coach.
Dress up and bring in the New Development: Receive your first child's sports
Year with friends. Dinner, party work in selected FMWR facilities
for 12 week terms. There are 4- for 3-5 year olds, this program enrollment free and get 50% off the
favors, and breakfast included. focuses on children and their par- 2nd and 3rd.
Contact YC staff for information terms per year. Youth are paid at
the end of each term. Training is ents working together to develop
and program rules. sports skills. The next Smart Start
Dec 31 . . . . . . . . . . .8 pm - 1 am provided . Youth must register Teen Sports Club
with CYSS to qualify. Parent registration is Dec - Jan for a Youth sports is looking for teens
(*) Registration deadline for each trip Orientation Dec. 02, 4:30 - 6:30 General Development session interested in volunteering to assist
will be 10 business days prior to the pm. . HIRED! Application for which will run Jan - Feb with coaching, score keeping, and
trip. Business days are Monday upcoming term deadline is Dec. 6, officiating.
through Saturday. 2011. Contact 772-0281 or 772- Volunteer Coaches
6719 for information. and Referees Needed CYSS Sports Hours of
Visit CYSS Sports Office at 435A Operation
*ATTENTION*ATTENTION*ATTENTION* Oswego Ave or Call 772-6718 to Mon - Thu. . .11:30 am- 3:30 pm
Parent and Youth Orientation is required Basketball
Boys or Girls Teams for ages 10 - 12 .
of all members within 30 days of member Registration through Jan 4, Season runs Jan 9 - Mar 14. Cost is
registration. Orientation will be conduct- $40.
ed December 5th and December 19th Wrestling
6 - 7pm. For additional information and to For youth 5 - 12 yrs. Registration through - Jan 2. Season runs
Jan 11 - Mar 15. Cost is $45.
schedule your orientation, contact the Year-Round Cheer
Youth Center at For youth 11 - 13 yrs. Registration through - Jan 2. Season runs
772-6719. Jan 11 - Mar 15. Cost is $165 (three payments of $55).
Register/Enroll at the Youth Center, CYSS Sports Office, or
*ATTENTION*ATTENTION*ATTENTION* Parent Central Services
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Army Family Covenant * Free care for FRG
Child,Youth and School Services ‘Give Parents a Break’ Child meetings/deployment briefings.
Care * SKIES Instructional classes -
CYS Services Outreach Services $150.
Parent Central Services: Bldg. P-10720 772-8675 772-3677 or 772-8672 * CYSS Sports - $50.
See Directory on page 15 for Individual Facility Numbers The Army Family Covenant is a Temporary Change of Station
commitment from the Army to TCS/PCS Unaccompanied
Parent Central Services
Youth must enroll at Parent Central
Special Programs enhance mission readiness by pro- Tour/TDY (90-170 days)
Services to participate in CYSS programs. and Events viding additional support to *16 hours free care per month/per
Bring your child’s current shot record, last All hours of Special Programs and Families especially during deploy- child.
physical, and proof of all Family income Events are subject to Change. ments. Army Families who have a * $2 per hour after 16 free hours
(LES/Paystubs). If the Spouse is Deployed, Soldier who is deployed, a member of hourly care.
Rear Detachment, Wounded Warrior, TCS, of a Rear Detachment, a Wounded * Free care for deployment briefin-
TDY, PCS, or a Fallen Soldier, you may qual- Saturday Care Warrior, a Fallen Warrior, or on
ify for benefits under the Army Family Saturday hourly childcare at gs.
Covenant. Please call 772-8675 for more
TCS, TDY, PCS (unaccompanied * Free care for FRG meetings.
Memorial CDC. Cost for use tour) qualify for special child care * SKIES Instructional classes -
information. Registration by appointment
only. only $4.00 per hour. Spouses options under the AFC. $150.
Mon - Thu . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 am - 5 pm who qualify for Army Family To utilize the AFC benefits, you * CYSS Sports - $50.
Fri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 am - 4 pm Covenant Care benefits may must register youth with Child,
use them.. Must register in Youth and School Services. Wounded Warrior Soldiers
Family Child Care Homes advance. For more information Registration is FREE. Registration
Family Child Care offers parents flexible information and packets may be *16 hours free care per month/per
hours and a smaller group for your child in call 772-7103. Make your child.
a family setting. All FCC providers are reservation by noon eight (8) obtained at Parent Central Services * $2 per hour after 16 free hours
CPR and First Aid Certified and must com- days prior. Cancellations by located at Clark Hall, 2nd floor, of hourly care.
plete the same training as the center staff. noon three(3) days prior. FMWR window or online at * Free care for deployment briefin-
For more information and FCC enrollment www.drummwr.com gs.
call 772-8675. Saturdays . . . . . .10:30 - 6 pm AFC child care is provided at the * Free care for FRG meetings.
below listed centers on a reserva- * SKIES Instructional classes -
Hourly Care Programs Childcare at the Monti tion basis.
Hourly care is provided for youth 6 weeks Physical Fitness Center $300.
old through 5th grade. Reservations are
Kids on Site * CYSS Sports - $100.
recommended. Memorial Child Development * Unlimited free Hourly Care for
Memorial CDC . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-7103 Hourly childcare is available at Center medical
School Age Center . . . . . . . . . .772-4411 the PFC for $4.00 per hour. 772-7103/772-7100 appointments between 7:30am -
Spouses who qualify for Army Children ages 6 wks to school-age. 5:30pm.
Part-day Classes Family Covenant Care benefits Monday - Friday, 7 am - 5:30 pm.
Part-day classes are available for ages two * Reduction to CAT I for Full
may use them. Care provided Children 6 wks to 12 years old. Day/Part Day Care.
through five: 3-day, and 2-day options are
available. Contact Parent Central Services in 2 hour increments on a
at 772-8675 for information. space available basis. Deployed Care Fallen Warriors
* 16 hours free care per * 40 hours of free care for imme-
Mon - Fri . . . . . .9 am - 3 pm. month/per child.
Strong Beginnings Pre-K Programs diate Family during designated
Part-day programs are available for children * $2 per hour after 16 hrs of free period.
in grades Pre-K. Contact Parent Central Saturday Open Recreation monthly hourly care.
Services at 772-8675 for more information. Program Chapel Drive *16 hours free care per month/per
* Free care for deployment briefings. child.
School Age Center * Free care for FRG meetings - * $2 per hour after 16 free hours
Full-day Programs
Full-day programs are available for children Youth in grades 1 - 6 are wel- including one month prior and 3 of hourly care.
from six weeks old to five years of age. come at the Chapel Drive months after deployment. * Free Hourly Care for Memorial
Contact Parent Central Services at 772- School Age Center building * 20% fee discount for Full Day and Service - all attendees.
8675 for more information. open once a month. Bring Part Day care with a working * Reduction to CAT I for Full
sneekers and a swipe card for spouse. Day/Part Day Care.
School Age Programs
admission. * SKIES Instructional classes - * SKIES Instructional classes -
Before school hours 6 - 9 am, after $300.
school hours 3 - 6 pm. Care is provided Enjoy a variety of organized $300. * CYSS Sports - $100.
* CYSS Sports - $100.
in the event of school delays and early activities within the four serv-
dismissals. On weekdays when school is ices areas: Arts & Crafts, Kids on Site Care
not in session, care is provided 6 am - 6
Recreation and Leisure, Life Rear Detachment Childcare is available for FRG
pm. Cadre/WTU Cadre
Skills and Mentoring and * 5 hours free care per month/per
meetings, Deployment briefings,
Army Child Care In Your Intervention, and Education and for volunteer opportunities.
Neighborhood (ACCIYN)
child. Youth must be registered with
Support. Call 772-4411 for * $2 per hour after 5 free hours of
Child care available in the community
more information. CYSS to receive care. For more
surrounding Fort Drum that meets Army hourly care. information contact the CYSS
quality standards. Call the Community Winter Ball for December Deployment Specialist at 772-0789
Based Manager at 772-7880 for more Open Rec.
information Dec 3 . . . . . . . . . . . .4 - 8 pm Guthrie Clinic Hourly
Childcare Annex
Volunteer Child Care On-Post Medical
New Family and MWR CYSS in Unit Settings Family Child Care Homes
Online Services VCCUS training is offered to and Dental is accepting applications for child-
www.drummwr.com allow free childcare services to Appointments care providers.
View childcare account, make pay- be provided by Family members Monday - Friday Earn money from home.
ments, make reservations and appoint- for unit functions. By appoint- 8:30 am - 4:30 pm No experience required. Free Training.
ments online. ment. Contact the CYS Services Reservations: 772-7103 Call 772-6716 for more information.
Deployment Specialist 772-
Print Childcare Tax Statements
0789. Hours are subject to change.
9. December 2011 Family and MWR PREVIEW 9
Community Recreation Division
Arts and Crafts
Bldg. P-4325 772-5606
The Arts & Crafts Center offers a wide Wed & Thur . . . . .Noon - 6:30 pm
variety of classes, studios and equipment
for both amateur and experienced Home School Opportunities
crafters. Arts & Crafts also offers sublima- Art classes on Fridays by appoint-
tion printing for plaques, cups, mouse ment are now being offered. These
pads, coasters and many other great gift classes are for accompanied children
ideas. Stop in to see samples on display. 12 years of age and older in groups of
Laser engraving is available with several 3 or more. Pricing will be based on
type setting and metal choices. class chosen, materials used, and time
needed to complete the class. Call
Studios Arts and Crafts to set something up.
Studios are open for use on a walk-
in basis at a cost of $1 per hour. Glass Bottle Crafting
Qualification classes are required in Slumped bottles can make interest-
woodworking, framing, stained glass ing cheese trays, wind chimes or dish-
and ceramics in order to use these es. Bring your interesting bottles to Wood-Turning Class
studios. Staff is available to help out Arts and Crafts where the staff will you how to get started and supply all
once you have been certified. materials needed to pour & fire your Learn wood turning basics with sup-
slump them in our glass kiln. Cost is plies provided Class minimum of 2 stu-
Due to safety regulations no chil- $1per bottle plus $3.50 for slumping first project to bisque for just $5. No
dren under the age of 12 are allowed paints are included dents and a maximum of 4 students.
supplies. Bottles must be clean with all Prerequisite is wood shop safety class.
to sign up for classes. To work in the wrappers removed. Results cannot be Dec 3, 10, or 17 . . . . . .11 am - 3 pm
woodshop children must be 14 years Basic Class $15 per person.
guaranteed. An assortment of pre- Dec 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:30 - 4:30 pm
of age and accompanied by a parent slumped bottles are on hand for sale Basic Stained Glass Class
or guardian at all times. Learn the basics of stained glass while Intermediate Class $25 per person.
for $6 each. Please allow 30 business Dec 10 . . . . . . . . . . . .10:30 - 4:30 pm
days to complete large orders. creating a suncatcher. Choose from sev-
Woodworking Studio eral patterns or create your own. Class
Studio offers the equipment neces- fee is $30 including materials. Router Class
Kolorful Kreations This class is offered to all customers
sary to create wood projects and fur- An area in the studio has been set Dec 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 4 pm
niture. that have taken the Wood Shop Safety
up for ceramic painting. Come paint class to further enhance their wood
an already poured ceramic piece for Framing Class
Ceramic and Pottery Studio Attend two afternoons for 2 hours working skills. Class size is limited to 4,
only $1.75 per inch. Cost includes use Prepayment & registration is required.
The Ceramic Studio offers over 3000 of brushes, paints, glazing, firing and or one 3 hour class, to learn how to
different ceramic molds. Check out the frame pictures or prints. The Instruction fee is $10 per person.
studio fees for each project. Acrylic Dec 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:30 - 3:30
3 full showcases of ready to paint paints are also available. Instruction fee for this class is $20
and/or glaze pieces. These can be paint- Choose from 3 showcases of plus materials for your project. For
ed with acrylics and sprayed with a pro- this class you will bring in a Pre-registration and payment
ceramic pieces, some as low as a are required for all classes unless
tective finish or painted and refired to $0.50 each. Accompanied children 5 picture/print to frame (no bigger than
make food safe. and up may participate. 16 x 20), learn how to single cut otherwise noted.
Pottery studio offers pottery wheels, opening in mat, cut frame stock and Register for classes over the
a slab roller and an extruder. Pieces are Classes glass, then put it altogether. All materi- phone with a credit/debit card.
fired regularly. als are available in our resale store. Material lists may be picked up at
Beginning Pottery Must prepay & register. the front desk.
Framing Studio In 3 sessions learn the basics of pot- Dec 7 & 8 or Dec 21 & 22 Class number minimum and
Frame crafts and art work like a pro- tery, you will hand build, make a coil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12:30 - 2:30 pm
Dec 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 - 4 pm maximum may apply. Students
fessional. Use the matt and frame cut- pot and learn how to use the wheel. must cancel registration 24 busi-
ters for custom sizes. The retail store Fee is $30 for all 3 sessions, plus ness hours prior to class to
carries the necessary supplies to frame materials. Woodworking Orientation Class
most any project. Dec 7, 14, 21 . . . . . . . . . . . .5 - 7 pm A one-session class is required to recieve a refund or to reschedule
use the woodshop. Cost is $5 for this to a different class.
Retail Store Ceramics Qualification class. We also offer router, biscuit
The Retail store offers many of the Learn how to make unique gifts joining and lathe classes arranged by Arts & Crafts will be closed
art and craft supplies needed to work with a personal touch. Attend 1 mold appointment, December 24 and 31, 2011 for
with in any of the studios. pouring class to get certified to pour Dec 3 or 9 . . . . . . . . .10 am - noon Christmas and New Years Eve.
Fri & Sat . . . . . . .10 am - 4:30 pm your own ceramic pieces. We show Dec 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 - 5 pm
10. 10 Family and MWR PREVIEW December 2011
Community Recreation Division
Personal Trainer at Monti Physical Fitness Center
Sports and Fitness Personal Trainer available to train ID Card Holders.
- $10 Initial Consultation
Magrath Sports Complex Bldg. P-10050 772-9674 - $25 individual one hour session
Monti Physical Fitness Center Bldg.P-4305 772-4936 - $40 two person one hour session
- $50 three person one hour session
F it ness Program s Checks and credit cards are accepted. Specials and promotions will be
offered. Trainer will focus on strength training, cardio, weight loss, preg-
The Magrath Sports Complex Health Management Program nancy, and post pregnancy. Participants must be ID card holders and 18
and the Monti Physical Fitness Get individual fitness, lifestyle, and years of age and older.
Center offer programs to track nutritional assessments with this
individual progress as you train. program. Receive a personal exer- Gyms, Fitness Centers, and facilities may be closed to use for
A certified individual fitness train- cise and nutrition program report. Organizational Days, Change of Commands, Deployment, Retirement, or
Rememberance Ceremonies. Please call facility first to plan accordingly.
er is available to answer any ques- Cost for this service is $10. Call
tions. desired facility for an appointment.
Swim test required for youth to Fitness Instruction S p or t s
use deep end of pools. Please see a Fitness instruction includes
equipment skill qualification, free Sports tournaments are open to all 2011 Volleyball Tournament
lifeguard for information.
weights, cardiorespiratory equip- Active Duty Military assigned or Tournament will be at Magrath
The 300/500 Club (bench ment, body composition, exercise attached to Fort Drum, Family members Sports Complex. Rosters are due to
press), Swim for Your Life, and prescription and programming. Call 19 years and older with valid Mil ID the Sports Office, Bldg. P-10050,
Run for your Life. desired facility for an appointment. card, and DoD civilians employed on NLT COB Dec 14.
Program Hours: Fort Drum, unless other wise noted. Dec 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 am
Magrath Sports Complex - 772- Monti Physical Fitness Center
and Pavilion is available for Sign-up at the Sports Office in the
4584 Magrath Sports Complex Bldg. P-
Mon - Fri . . . . . . . . .9 - 11 am Organizational Days and events. 2011 Basketball Tournament
Monti PFC . . . . . . .- 772-4806
Call 772-4806 for details. 10050. This tournament will be conducted
Mon - Fri . . . . 7:30 am - 4 pm Monti Physical Fitness For more information about sporting at Magrath Sports Complex. Sign up
Center is closed events held on Fort Drum call 772- at the Sports Office NLT COB Dec
Spouse Fitness Childcare at Dec. 3, 4, 10, 12 - 16, & 25 6663. 14.
Monti Dec 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 am
Pools
Special time frames have been
designated for ‘Active Duty -
Spouse Only’ use of the Monti Monti Physical Fitness Center
Open Swim . . .8:30 am - 8:30 pm
Sports 2011 Indoor Flag Football
Tournament
Physical Fitness Center cardio
room.
Childcare is provided on site for
Lap Swim . . . . . . . . . .3 - 8:30 pm
Wave Pool Weekend Hours . . . . .
10 - 11am, noon - 1 pm, & 2 - 3
Clubs Held at Magrath Sports Complex.
Rosters due to Sports Office by
a hourly fee of $4.00 per child with
a 10% discount for additional chil- pm Join the Fort Drum COB Dec 7.
Dec 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 am
dren. Children must be registered
Free Water Aerobics and Aqua
Sports Clubs -
with CYS Services. There is a 2
hour limit. For more information
Zumba Soccer, Volleyball,
call 772-8675.
Water Aerobics is a low impact
Basketball, and Now Hiring
class designed to improve cardio-
Mon - Fri . . . . . . .9 am - noon vascular endurance, increase mus- Softball. Li fe gua rd s
cular strength, and enhance flexibili-
Conditioning Center ty. Aqua Tone is a low impact class. New members wel- Interested? Call
Instruction
Offered on a first come - first
H2O Blast is a high energy class.
Mon & Wed .9:30 am H20 Blast come. Contact the 772-4807
served basis, with every piece of Tue & Thu . .9:30 am Aqua Tone Grants and funding oppor-
equipment in the Magrath Sports Office at tunities available at the
Conditioning Center covered in
the weekly class rotation. The Magrath Sports Complex
772-6663. Education Center.
Contact 772-9672/4584 for details. Mon - Fri . . . . . . . .6 am - 2 pm
Tuesdays . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 am Lap Swim . . . . . . . . . . .6 - 7 am
Dec 6Abdominal Concentration Physical Training . . . . . .7 - 8 am The NEW Functional Fitness
Dec 13 . . . . .Cardio Equipment Unit Training . . . . .8 am - 2 pm Center is now open and locat-
Dec 20 . . . . . . . . .Free Weights Open Swim - Military ID Card ed at building P-4325. Hours of
Dec 27 . . . . . . .Circuit Training Holders operation are Monday - Friday
Sat - Sun . . . . . . . .9 am - 4 pm 7 am - 1 pm and Saturday 10
am - 5 pm. Personal Trainers
All Army Spor ts are available to give you a one
Applications for Soldiers interested in applying for All Army Sports Teams are available on one personalized
online at
https://armysports.cfsc.army.mil functional fitness workout
The Sports Office should also be contacted at 772-6663. Deadlines vary. plan. Call Monti Physical
All Army Sports Coaches
Fitness Center for more
Coaching application deadlines are 30 days prior to the athlete deadlines. information at 772-4936.
12. 12 Family and MWR PREVIEW December 2011
Community Recreation Division
BOSS McEwen Library
Bldg. T-2190 - 772-7807
Bldg. P-4300
All Soldiers are welcome to stop into the BOSS money! Circulation Desk
Center and check out all that BOSS has to offer. Dec 8 Madden 12 . . . . . . . . . . .6 pm 772-9099
Open Wed - Sun 11am - 11 pm. The greatroom is
a large open area with a fireplace, comfortable Ultimate Fighting Championship Interlibrary Loan
lounge furniture, large screen TV’s, movie theatre Check out the Pay-Per-View UFC Fight 772-6005
screen with surround sound and gaming stations. Night at the Winner’s Circle Sports Bar. email:
There is wireless internet, a cyber lounge, another Pre fight activities begin at 9 pm with the drum.mwrlibrary@conus.army.mi
game room with pool, air hockey and fooseball main event beginning at 10 pm. Brought
tables and more TV gaming machines. to you FREE by BOSS. Transportation Fax and Copy Service Available
provided to and from Barracks call BOSS. Faxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1 per page
BOSS Executive Council Dec 10 . . . . . . .Doors open at 7 pm
Senior Military Advisor International Faxes . .$2 per page
Photocopies . . . . . .$.10 per page
. . . . . . . . . . . .CSM John McNeirney
Family and MWR Advisor
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brandon Smith
Home for the Holidays Computer copies . .$.05 per page
Cash Only
Christmas and New Years at BOSS
BOSS Meetings Join fellow Soldiers at BOSS for holidays
Units are requested to send their BOSS with hot meals and snacks. Enjoy gaming,
You Don’t Want to Miss a Thing
Representatives and newest single sol- billiards, and watch the football games on Sign up for our mailing list to be
diers to the bi-monthly meetings at the the movie theater screen with surround sure you get notice of all library
BOSS building, T-2190. For more informa- events. Forms and details are avail-
tion call 772-7807. sound. Free to all Active Duty Soldiers,
Dec 1 & 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 pm Family Members, and Dod Civilians. able at the library.
December 24 and 25 Materials checked out from another
BOSS Cyber Lounge December 31 and January 1 local public library, or another Army
The Cyber Lounge at BOSS has free library, can be returned here. We will
internet access with many computer sta- Boss Takes You To The Movies ship them back to the library you
tions available for Soldiers to use for Boss will supply transportation to and from borrowed them from.
web-surfing and communicating with the REEL TIME Theater on Fort Drum.
friends and family. The BOSS facility also Soldiers mush call at least one hour prior to
has free wireless internet access for Deployment/Training
those with laptops set for a wireless con- the movie time to schedule a pick up. Book Kits
nection. Soldiers being transported in a BOSS Boxed paperback books are available
Gaming Tournament vehicle will be given a discounted admission
The BOSS facility has gaming systems, to the movie and a REEL TIME Espress for units training at Fort Drum or
controllers, and big screen HD TVs. All Voucher from the EXCHANGE. Rides are preparing for deployment exceeding
we need is you. Compete against the available for Friday and Saturday night 10 days. Visit the Library or call 772-
best gamers on Fort Drum playing the movies only. Call 772-7807. 9099. library, and take home ideas for many
newest games. Winners receive prize
more. Program is open to everyone.
Children's Story Time Dec 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:30 - 3 pm
Preschoolers are welcome to come
and listen to stories read aloud to A Cold Winter’s Knight Adult
them and participate in crafts and spe- Reading Program
cial activities. Adult patrons read seclections at
Volunteers are needed to read your own pace and enjoy crafts and
for this popular program call 772- other events during the length of the
6005. program. You can earn incentives and
Tuesday & Friday . .10 - 10:45 am have fun through the cold weather
months . Open to library patrons 18
Dial-A-Story 774-1234 and older. Adult reading program
Available 24 hours a day. Hear a dif- runs Dec 28 - Feb 28.
ferent story every week. For children An Open House is planned for this
of all ages. event. Stop by the Library to find out
Pokemon League all of the details.
Attention all POKE-fans! The Fort Jan 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 am - 4 pm
Drum POKEMON Trading Card
League will be meeting at the Robert Snow People in the Library
C. McEwen Library. Bring your. Contest
Pokemon cards and friends. Meets The snow people think it's too cold
alternate Saturdays, check at the cir- outside, so they've come into the
culation desk for dates and time. library! Build a model snowperson or
snow family for our “snow persons in
A Homemade Holiday the library contest. Entries may be
Learn Ideas for homemade gifts and family or individual efforts. Ages 6 and
treats – create holiday gifts at the
Fort Drum Inn up eligible; for the 5 and under set we
will have a snowman coloring contest.
Located on Po Valley Rd. McEwen Library Entry forms, rules, and other informa-
Bldg. P-4205 Hours of Operation tion available at the library beginning
Temporary Lodging for Fort Drum Soldiers Dec. 1. Entries will be accepted until
and their Families. Mon - Thurs . . . . .9 am - 9 pm Jan. 15. The snow people will be on
display in the library Jan. 16-30, win-
Complementary Continental Breakfast with your stay. Fri . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 am - 6 pm ners decided by popular vote.
Call 773-7777 for reservations Sat - Sun . . . . . . .10 am - 6 pm Contest runs Dec 1 - January 15
13. December 2011 Family and MWR PREVIEW 13
Community Recreation Division
Automotive Skills Center
Bldg. P-11120 772-5785
Self Help
Center
Automotive
Parts Store
Our well-stocked
parts store offers a
variety of frequently
needed parts includ-
ing oil, oil filters,
bulbs, and more.
Automotive Safety & Orientation Automotive Classes
Classs Must sign up for classes in advance,
The Automotive Safety & Orientation cotact 772-5785. Classes are at 5 pm and
Class is required to use the self-help areas. are free.
Welding safety class is required to use Dec 1 . . . . . . . . . . .Winerization Class
welding equipment. Dec 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Basic Brakes
Dec 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Basic Vehicle
Tues - Fri . . . . . . . . . . . . .Noon - 5 pm Dec 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Emissions Class
Sat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 am - 4 pm
Welding Safety Classes
Propane Service Safety classes is required to use welding
All tanks must meet all applicable safety equipment.
requirements and the center reserves the Dec 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 pm
right to refuse filling any tank that does
not comply. Auto Resale Lot
Tues - Fri . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 am - 6 pm Closed until Spring
Sat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 am - 3 pm
Wrecker Service/On-Post Jump Enduring Freedom Dr. Car Wash -
Starts and Lock-out Service Corner of S. Riva Ridge Loop and
On and off-post towing available. Towing Enduring Freedom Drive.
cost determined by distance. On-post Mon & Sat . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 am - 4 pm
jump starts and Lock-out is available. Tue - Fri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 am - 7 pm
Contact front desk at 772-5785 or cell
783-5784. First St. Car Wash - Corner of E. First
Tues - Fri . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 am - 6 pm Ave and St. Lawrence Ave.
Mon & Sat . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 am - 3 pm
Sat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 am - 3 pm
Tue - Fri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 am - 6 pm Remington Park RV Campground and Cabins
Safety Classes The Remington Park RV Campground and Cabins offer unique accommoda-
Safety Orientation Class Both Car Washes are CLOSED
This FREE class is required to use the Sundays and Holidays. tion options for Fort Drum visitors.
Automotive Skills Center and is offered: The RV Campground is a seasonal operation and will remain open as weather
Tue - Fri . . . . . . . . . . . . .Noon & 5 pm permits. The RV Campground has campers in place available to rent as well as
Sat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 am open spaces for visitors to bring in their own campers. Adirondack style cabins
are also available. Fully equipped with a kitchenette, sitting room, and sleeping
accommodations for up to six. To make reservations contact 772-5435.
Auto Craft While there, check out scenic Remington Park with its wilderness hiking and
Services
biking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, sandy beach and swimming area.
Reservations: 772-5435
Equipment / Service Available
Call or visit your Auto Craft
Center for details. Regular Bays,
Vehicle Lifts, Paint Booth, Body
Bays, Welding Bays, Wheel
Balancing,Tire Change,T owing
For more information please
contact the Automotive Skills
Center at 772-5785.