1. 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
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Attraction Description
September Notable Events September 3 – Labor Day
September 6 – Fort Drum’s North Country EXPO
September 7 – BOSS Beach Bash
September 11 – Family Nights Returns To The Commons
September 12 – Fort Drum Information and Town Hall Meeting
September 4 Couples This workshop can help you and your partner learn practical and effective
9 am Communication talking and listening skills for better decision-making, conflict resolution,
and anger management. Develop strategies for better communication.
Martila Seals 772-0593
September 4 English for ACS Relocation Offfce offers this class every Tuesday and Thursday for
9 am – noon Speakers of Military Family Members who wish to improve speaking the English
Other Languages language. Scarlett Sharkey 772-6566
September 4 From Victim to Survivor Group held every Tuesday at Army Community Service on
11:30 am – 1 pm Survivor Tuesdays Presented by the Family Advocacy Program. Understand your
Education Group healing journey and think of growing from a place of victimization to
survival. Martila Seals 772-0593
September 4 Stress Family Advocacy Program offers a session on how best to cope and deal
1:30 – 3:30 pm Management with stress. You have more control than you might think.
Martila Seals 772-0593
September 5 & 6 AFTB Level I “Military Survival Skills” training for family members. Army Family Team
9 am - 2 pm Training Building is hosting Level 1 training at the Army Community Service
building, P-4330, Conway Road from 9 am – 4 pm each day. This training
will introduce you to Army basics and much more. This training is two
days, free and is open to all Spouses, Soldiers and DoD Civilians. Register
today by visiting or calling ACS. Scarlett Sharkey 772-6566
September 5 Infant Massage ACS Family Advocacy Program facilitates this weekly session each
9:30 – 11 am Wednesday at the Monument Ridge Community Center. Infant massage
uses touch to enhance the expression of love, caring and respect to aid in
the bonding process. Martila Seals 772-0593
September 5 Employment 101 Learn how to conduct a job search, write your resume and cover letter,
9:30 – 11:30 am and ace an Interview. Attend this workshop at the Army Community
Service building with Employment Readiness.
Amanda Thompson 772-9611
September 6 North Country Family and MWR with Army Community Service Relocation Readiness
9 am – 3 pm Expo present The Fort Drum North Country Expo held at The Commons. The
focus of this year’s event is three-fold: Employers will be present offering
job opportunities, Fort Drum community relocation information will be
available, and community representatives offering volunteer opportunities
will be on hand. Classes focusing on each of these areas will also be hosted
throughout the day. This event also offers the Fort Drum Community a
"one stop" opportunity to learn about and register for numerous activities,
2. clubs, and organizations found both on Fort Drum and in the surrounding
communities Light refreshments, door prizes, and gift items will be available
throughout this popular event. Scarlett Sharkey 772-6566
September 7 In Her Shoes: The activity illustrates how domestic violence is a community tragedy, not a
9:30 – 11:30 am Living With private problem, the ups and downs a battered woman faces over the
Domestic course of many years, and shows how we all have a role in the movement
Violence to end domestic violence. Space is limited to 20-30 participants. Please call
to register. Martila Seals 772-0593
September 7 BOSS Beach Annual BOSS Beach Bash at Remington Park offers single Soldiers a day to
11 am - 4 pm Bash enjoy the climbing a rock wall, swimming, raft races, water activities and
listening to music. There will be free food and prizes for those who attend.
Family and MWR staff members will be instrumental in making this event a
success with the help of Davidson Auto Group. Family and MWR and
Davidson Auto Group will help set up, cook, serve food and clean up after
the function had ended. Food will consist of Pig Roast, Pit Roasted Corn on
the Cob, salads, and beverages. Free tickets are available at Nash BOSS
Facility, T-2190 Nash Blvd. at the McEwen Library, and at Jack T. Sweet
Complex Boss Facility. Tickets are required to attend BOSS Beach Bash.
Parking will be available at Magrath Sports Complex with shuttle service
provided to Remington Beach Bash. Michelle Roden 772-7807
September 8 2012 Softball This tournament is open to active duty military assigned or attached to Fort
9 am Tournament Drum, Family members 19 years and older, retirees, reservists, and DoD
civilians employed on Fort Drum. Team rosters due to the Sports Office,
Bldg. M430A, by 4 pm on September 5. Diane Sykes 772-6662
September 8 Teen Block Party Fort Drum Teens in Grades 6 - 12 are invited to the Youth Center for a
4 – 7 pm fun time of music, food, and games. Steve Ferguson 772-6719
September 10 Budget The budget is your foundation for success with money. Add a good
9 am – noon Management understanding of account management and you will be unstoppable! Learn
Class the basics of developing your own budget and making your money work for
you, instead of you always working for the money. Part of managing the
account is keeping track of what you spend and where. We will show you
tips, tricks, and “secrets” of the trade at this comprehensive class designed
for adults of all ages. Kent Thompson 772-0050
September 10 Resume Writing Family Employment Readiness conducts this lab to assist Military Family
9:30 – 10:30 am Workshop Members in creating a resume on a computer.
Amanda Thompson 772-9611
September 11 Family Night Spend the evening out with the kids at the Winner’s Circle. Each week
5 – 7 pm there is a special fun activity for the children to participate in. The Pizza and
Pasta Buffet is sure to meet anyone's appetite. $6 for adults and $3 for
children 8 and under. Each week a different themed entertainment is
provided for family fun. Activity this week is a Back To School Carnival.
Cindy Romig 772-6222
September 12 Fort Drum Find out what’s happening on Fort Drum. This is a great opportunity for all
10:30 am - noon Information and community members to get up-to-date information directly from agency
Town Hall representatives. Attendees may ask questions, express concerns and ideas
Meeting and get immediate answers. ALL community members are invited and
encouraged to attend. Refreshments and door prizes provided. Don’t miss
out on this opportunity to find out what’s happening on Fort Drum. The
meeting will be live on the 10th Mountain Division Facebook page allowing
you to ask questions throughout the meeting. Anyone unable to attend the
meeting may also email questions and concerns to
drum.townhall@conus.army.mil prior to the meeting or call in live at 772-
2101. Sarah Lynch 772-5374
3. Recurring Events
Sports Office 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. Call 772-6663 for deadlines.
Water Aerobics – Every Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 10:30 – 11:30 am
Aerobics and Fitness Classes – Monday - Friday
Diane Sykes 772-6662
Pine Plains Bowling Monday & Tuesday Closed, Wednesday & Thursday11 am – 9 pm, Friday 11am –
Center – Closed for 11 pm, Saturday 4 – 11 pm, Sunday noon – 8 pm.
the month of July Cindy Fleming 772-6601
Adventure Training 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, Whitewater
Rafting. What do you want to do today? Let us know and we will tailor a trip to
meet your needs. Murray Averill 772-4010
Parks and Recreation Remington Park RV Campground and Cabins – Reservations 772-5435
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.
Remington Park Beach Open June 1: Daily 11 am – 7 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
The Commons
Family Nights Every Tuesday – Family Night is finished for the season and
returns to the Commons in September
Tuesday Open Faced Grilled Rib A tender and juicy grilled to order rib eye steak served on a fresh roll with salad,
5 - 9 pm Eye Sandwich potato, vegetable, dinner roll and butter, $10.95.
Start your evening out right with the mouth-watering ‘Rack of Ribs Special’ in
Wednesday Rib Night Buster’s Brew Pub. Half rack of ribs - $11.95; Half roasted or BBQ chicken -
5 – 9 pm $9.95
Thursday Prime Rib Night Thursday is Prime Rib Night at Buster’s Brew Pub. Enjoy a generous portion of
5 – 9 pm
prime rib with your choice of salad, starch and vegetable. 12 oz Prime Rib -
$12.95
Friday Friday Night Specials
4 – 9 pm (except 3 day holidays) 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! Offer’s free snacks and drink specials from 4 – 7 pm in Buster’s Brew
Buster’s Steak Special Pub.
Friday
5 – 9 pm Fridays from 5 – 9 pm enjoy a steak cooked to order, with baked potato, and
Right Arm Night vegetable. Buster’s also has freshly made brews and tempting desserts.
Porterhouse - $17.95; NY Strip - $15.95.
Monthly
5 – 7 Following Show your appreciation to your team at Right Arm Night. Held monthly
Retirement following the Retirement Ceremony and sponsored by a Fort Drum unit. Enjoy
Ceremony 10th Mountain Right Arm Brew for only $1 per glass, Pool, Foosball, Air Hockey,
and a hot snack buffet. 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
4. LOOK FOR THE FAMILY AND MWR PREVIEW EACH MONTH FOR UPCOMING
EVENTS, CLASSES AND PROGRAMS.
Coming Attractions & Items of Interest
September 14 – Hearts Apart Support Group – Army Community Service
September 14 – Teen Lock – In – Youth Center
September 15 – BOSS 5-K Run – BOSS
September 15 – NYC/Yankees Game Trip – Parks and Recreation
September 15 – ATV Safety Class – Parks and Recreation
September 15 – 2012 Two-Person Captain and Crew Golf Tournament - Sports
September 15 & 16 – 2012 Unit League Softball Championships - Sports
September 15 – Red and Black Football Trip - BOSS
September 17 – 21 – AFTB Instructor Training – Army Community Service
September 17 – 21 – Master Resiliency Training – Army Community Service
September 18 – Family Night: Field Days – The Commons
September 19 – 5K Run – Sports
September 21 – Midnight Sports – Youth Center
September 22 – Adirondack Railroad Fall Foliage Trip – Parks and Recreation
September 22 – UFC at Winner’s Circle – BOSS
September 25 – Family Night: Horseback Riding – The Commons
September 26 – At-Home Career Fair – Army Community Service
September 27 – Federal Employment Workshop - Army Community Service
September 29 – Meet The Author: Hope Marston – McEwen Library
September 29 – Skate Jam – Youth Center
Save The Date: Friday, October 26, 2012. Beware… and come if you dare to The Haunted
Hayride at Remington Park. Creepy things are there to scare as you ride through Remington
Park on one of the tractor drawn trolleys. Walk through the haunted pavilion and cemetery
then scurry back across the spooky bridge to check out the creepy animal exhibit presented by
the zoo at Thompson Park. A little monster’s fun zone is available for kids 12 and under with
tamer activities for younger children. Additional treats include group photos, snacks and
drinks, and a bonfire for marshmallow roasting. Patrons can catch the shuttle to Remington
Park from Mountain Community Homes Community Centers or Magrath Sports Complex.
This event is free to all DoD ID card holders. Parental discretion is advised for some of the
evening’s offerings and children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
