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M W R MAGAZINE
WA I T I N G FA M ILIES
a c t i v i t i e s a n d s er vices 8
O F F I C E R S ’ C L UB
M E M B E R S n ew events 12
M W R C A L E N DARS
f u l l o f f u n a n d events
21–25
WINTER 07–08
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The men and women of Ft. Bliss are
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We couldn’t have done it without you!
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• Exceptional customer service.
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• Free financial education and contributions to financial counseling program.
• FirstLight’s outstanding record of military and community support and special services.
• Plus, the attitude and individual attention you deserve as a FirstLight member!
If you are a member, you know why we won the award! If not, join
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COMMANDING GENERAL
MG Robert P. Lennox
GARRISON COMMANDER
COL Robert Burns
DIRECTOR MWR
Joe K. Kennedy
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Ronald Telles
RECREATION
Lindy Sorrell
WINTER 07–08
VOLUME FOUR • ISSUE FOUR
New Facility for
Waiting Families
Check out ACS’ new
Yellow Ribbon Room
15
Vet Services
Read about Fort Bliss’
very own Veterinary
Clinic
CHILD & YOUTH
Pat Smith
ARMY COMMUNITY
SERVICES
Peggy Brown
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Indri O’Hara
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Snack Bar Deals
Get coupons for a tasty
treat at Stout Gym’s
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MARKETING MANAGER
Kimber McCarden
MARKETING ASSISTANTS
Carrie Eastburn
Alexandra Sutphin
MARKETING CLERK
Tamika Christie
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Miguel Mascorro
30–31
2007 In Review
See photos of MWR’s
2007 events and get
ready for what 2008 will
bring.
6–7
The Year of Fun
and Romance
MWR has plenty of ways to end
2007 and kick-off 2008. If you’re
looking for love or just want to have
fun check out what’s happening this
Winter.
SPONSORSHIP &
ADVERTISING
Elizabeth Maline
Bliss NOW is a Morale, Welfare and Recreation magazine published quarterly for activities on Fort Bliss, Texas. Circulation: 20,000.
The appearance of advertising does not constitute an endorsement by the U.S. Army, Department of Defense, or Federal Government.
The information in this issue is current at the time of publication; activities and events are subject to change without notice. For more
information, please call the individual facility. MWR Marketing is located in Building 11, Pershing Road, Fort Bliss, TX 79916, 915-568-6741.
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¡editor’s
comments!
It’s hard to believe that 2008 is just around
the corner! The year flying by so fast is
definitely a testament to how busy we
were at the Directorate of Morale, Welfare
and Recreation. We hosted an abundance
of events that were highly successful and
we’re already in the process of planning
bigger and better events for the upcoming year. To read more about January
and February featured events, check out
pages 6 and 7. Also visit pages 30 and 31
for a 2007 Year-In-Review photo spread.
Thank you so much for your support, as we
truly enjoying supporting you!
On behalf of Bliss MWR, I wish you and
your loved ones a very prosperous new
year!
Q’s?
If you need some answers or would like
to comment on anything regarding MWR
programs or facilities, please write or
email:
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MWR Marketing
Bldg 11, Pershing Rd
El Paso, TX 79916
[email protected]
by Kimber McCarden,
MWR Marketing Manager
¡justask! and mwr will answer
Q: I just opened a business in El Paso
and would like to advertise it in your
magazine. How do I go about doing
this?
Q: On occasion, I see signs around the
installation that say historic tour. Where
do you start the tour and how do I find
out about what these signs are about?
A: To advertise in Bliss Now, please contact
A: There are actually two historic tours here
MWR Marketing’s Advertising and Sponsorship Coordinator, Elizabeth Maline. Ms. Maline
can be reached at 915.568.3415 or by email at
[email protected]. She can meet
with you in person or can send you information electronically. Ads are reasonably priced
and are good for a three month period and
seen by over 20,000 people per quarter.
at Fort Bliss, both are self-guided and while one
is a walking tour and the second is a driving
tour. The driving tour begins in front of the
Fort Bliss and Air Defense Artillery Museums,
at Marshall Road and Victory Avenue.You will
see the familiar historic tour sign in front of the
museum and a box that contains the driving
tour information and map. This driving tour
is approximately 3.6 miles that finishes at the
Old Fort Bliss site. A self-guided walking tour
is available through the American Volkssport
Association. The start box for this year-round
walk (5k or 10k) can be requested from the
front desk at the Inn at Fort Bliss on Victory
Avenue.
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The Year
of Fun
and
Romance
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By Kimber McCarden, Marketing Manager
ith the new year
approaching, this is
the perfect time to
be proactive and
make positive changes in our lives!
Whether you’re interested in improving your health and physique,
finding love or spending more time
with friends and family, don’t just
sit there thinking that there’s nothing to do, get up and do it! MWR
is ready to be your catalyst!
If ringing in the new year at the
stroke of midnight is not your
thing, you might consider attending the annual Sun Bowl Brunch at
the Officers’ Club at 9 a.m. before
the big game on December 31.
Enjoy traditional brunch items that
will keep you full and energized
throughout the game! Don’t forget
to wear your favorite team colors!
For the night owls, the Officers’
Club and Centennial Club will
both be hosting New Year’s Eve
parties on December 31. The Officers’ Club party boasts a “Casino
Royale /Double-0-Seven” theme,
featuring dinner, dancing and
breakfast. Mike Caranda Orchestra
will play big band music at 8 p.m.,
dinner will be served promptly at
9 p.m. and breakfast from 12:30
to 1:15 a.m. Members pay $85 per
couple, $65 single / Non-members
pay $95 per couple, $75 single.
While the adults are upstairs in
the O’Club Ballroom having fun at
the “Double-O-Seven” party, highschool age teenagers can celebrate
the new year at our “Aus-teen
Powers” 60’s themed party starting
at 8 p.m. in the Down Under. There
will be a live band, D.J., videogames,
party favors, snacks and breakfast
at 12:30 a.m. Tickets are $15 in
advance and $20 at the door.
Reservations are required for both
events. Please call 568-7013 for
more information.
The Centennial Club New Year’s
Eve Dance Party begins at 9 p.m.
on December 31. Guests will receive champagne and party favors.
A breakfast buffet will be served
from 12:30–1:30 a.m. Tickets are
$20 per couple and $12 single.
Please call 562-5969 for reservations and information.
Tickets to all events are nonrefundable. NOTE-Clubs will be
CLOSED December 17 through
December 31. During this period,
tickets for events may be purchased at ITR (568-7506).
Keep the fun going in 2008 and
energize your love life at MWR’s
Speed Dating and Valentine’s Day
events!
century in Rome under Emperor
Claudius II’s reign. Claudius had the
theory that men would be better
Soldiers if they were unmarried
and outlawed marriages for young
If you’re looking for Mr. or Ms.
men.Valentine saw great injustice
in this law and decided to continue
Right, come to Speed Dating at
the Centennial Club at 7 p.m.
to unite lovers in secret. When
on Friday, January 18. Men and
Valentine’s actions were discovwomen will be separated into two ered, Claudius ordered his death.
different age groups, 18-35 and
Over centuries, the legend of Saint
Valentine has grown and spread
35 and up. Each speed date lasts
five minutes and when the bell
and he has become one of the
chimes, the men rotate down the
most popular saints in Western
table for another date. Once you
Europe. Today, February 14 is the
select a person or people you are
day to express your love and to
celebrate the spirit of love. In
interested in spending more time
with, you write their name down
addition, Cupid, also called Eros is
on a sheet of paper and MWR
associated with Valentines’ Day. He
staff will play cupid by helping you
is the god of love in Roman and
contact the person of your choice. Greek mythology and is portrayed
Call 562-5969 for information and as a mischievous character armed
visit www.blissmwr.com to register. with bow and arrows that signify
Cost is $5 per person. Please ardesire and emotions of love causrive by 7 p.m. with your valid ID
ing Humans, as well as Gods, to fall
card to ensure seating. All off-post in love.
guests should enter with current
car insurance and registration
Treat your loved one to a romantic
through Biggs Gate to obtain a
Valentine’s Day Dinner at the
gate pass.
historic Officer’s Club at 7 p.m. on
February 14. The menu includes
a Salad with Arugula, Parmesan
February is identified with Valentine’s Day, which is known around
Crusted Tenderloin, Grilled Shrimp,
the world as THE day for loved
Grilled Asparagus, Garlic Mashed
ones.Valentine’s Day has its roots
Potatoes, Dinner Roll, Feta Cheese
in Roman and Christian history,
with Fresh Fruit, Dessert, served
however, there are several different with wine. Member price is $25
legends surrounding the origin of
per person, non-member price is
the name. The most popular one
$30 per person. Call 568-7013 for
involves a priest named Valenreservations.
tine who served during the third
bN | army community services
Waiting Families
Yellow Ribbon Excitement!
The Waiting Families program is open to all
families (including parents) of deployed or geographically separated Soldiers. Waiting Families is
a program under ACS’s Relocation Readiness and
was established to provide “a bridge to fill the gap
that military families must endure during times
of mobilization and deployment”. Many events
scheduled are free for families and include fun
activities, like bowling and dinner. For more information, visit www.blissmwr.com or contact Cher
Poehlein at 568-1132.
December marks the grand opening of Fort Bliss’ “Yellow Ribbon Room” located inside Army
Community Services (ACS), Bldg. 2494, Ricker Road. Thanks to a generous grant provided by
the Permian Basin Area Foundation/TRIADFUND, families of deployed Soldiers now have a
1,240 square foot room to call their very own.
Waiting Families’
Calendar of Events
Waiting families can use their “Yellow Ribbon Room” as a home away from home to meet
with other families who are experiencing and enduring similar hardships. Families will now
have a designated, kid-friendly location to talk and support each other, write to their deployed
Soldiers, email and see their Soldier on new computers equipped with webcams, designated especially for them. The new “Yellow Ribbon Room” has two video gaming areas with cozy sofas
and wide screen televisions, a library area complete with books and audio books, ten computers set with webcams, a play area with toys and children’s furniture, and even a dining room
table supplied with stationary for writing letters to their Soldier. If your Soldier is deployed or
scheduled to deploy in the future, the Waiting Families group warmly welcomes you to visit and
make this incredible space, your home away from home.
Dec 14, 2007 - Holiday Celebration at the Centennial
Club
Thanks again, Permian Basin Area Foundation/TRIADFUND, for the giving contributions and
effort in supporting Fort Bliss’s families of deployed Soldiers.
Cher shares...
Her personal story and deployment coping
strategy
Relocation Manager, Cher Poehlein, has been
a proud Army wife for twenty-three years.
Not only does she work directly
with Waiting Families, she and her
four children are also a family in
waiting. Cher’s husband, SGM
David Poehlein, is currently
serving a two year tour in Korea. Time goes by much faster
for the Poehlein family because of
their dedication to keep busy and
their involvement with all of the activities for Waiting Families. After twenty-three
years of service, “deployment now is almost
second nature” for the Poehleins.
Cher also is “a firm believer in staying active,
traveling, learning, and having fun”. Upon
her husband’s return, the family will share
all of their experiences with eachother. She
imparts some valuable information that was
once shared with her when she was newly
married, “do not put your life on hold while
your husbands are away. Keep living life to
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the fullest and expand your horizons” If Cher’s
husband is home, “it’s icing on the cake but
when he is away,” she states “life still goes on
and the world keeps turning… and each day is
an opportunity to embrace life.”
Cher certainly does embrace life and remain
busy. Not only is she currently a full time single
parent, she is also attending graduate school,
and working full time. She began working for
ACS in 2000 as the Relocation Program Manager in Ansbach, Germany. She has been working at ACS here at Fort Bliss since 2002.
As a result of the personal meaning that the
Waiting Families program holds for Cher,
she feels very “blessed to have the Waiting
Families program fall under Relocation”; thus
allowing her to directly work and relate with
other families of deployed and geographically
separated Soldiers.
Fort Bliss Waiting Families program invites you
to stay active by registering to join in the free fun
with some of their upcoming events and the exciting grand opening of the “Yellow Ribbon Room”.
January 2008 – “New Year, New You”
• 12th, FREE Bowling from 1800-2100
• 25th, FREE Dinner & Meeting from 1800-2000
February 2008 – “Valentine’s Day – Movies and a Manicure”
March 2008 – “St. Patrick’s Day Celebration”
April 2008 – “Spring Celebration”
May 2008 – “Mother’s Day Spa Celebration”
June 2008 – “Freedom Camp” **
July 2008 – “4th of July Celebration”
August 2008 – “Back to School Bash”
September 2008 – “Amigo Air Show Event”
October 2008 – “Fall Celebration: Las Cruces Farmer’s &
Craft Market and La Union Corn Maze”
November 2008 – “Thanksgiving Day Celebration at
Cattleman’s Restaurant”
December 2008 – “Holiday Celebration”
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Paws and learn
about Vet Services
by Carrie W. Eastburn, Marketing Assistant
F
ort Bliss Veterinary Services, located
at Bldg. 6077, Carter Road, offers
a variety of affordable services and
products for pets belonging to active duty military, families, and retirees. If you recently PCS’ed to Fort
Bliss and live in post housing, you must register
your pet within five days of your arrival.Vet
services are also available to authorized families living off post. Although the clinic does not
have the resources for emergency or inpatient
care, the services they are able to offer are vital
as they can save time and money, and prevent
illness and fatalities of our furry companions.
Now that the heat has temporarily subsided,
Dr. Starr, one of three veterinarians employed,
offered some advice for winter pet care; be
sure to check your pet’s water bowl frequently
to ensure it has not frozen and provide plenty
of shelter from strong, cold winter winds.
According to Dr. Starr, casualties are just as
prevalent during the winter, as they are during
summer months. If your pet starts to shiver
outside, immediately move him or her inside.
When asked what topic you would like most
for Fort Bliss pet owner’s to become educated
on, Dr. Starr did not hesitate with her response.
She discussed both Parvo and Heartworms.
She stated that both are seen quite frequently
in their treatment facility. Parvo is a virus
which can live in the ground for several years
and can be deadly. Puppies who have not
received at least three full sets of vaccines are
most susceptible. Since military families often
move in and out of housing, there is no way
of knowing whether an infected dog has ever
been present. Although
there is no guarantee,
Dr. Starr recommends bleaching the yard and home as much as possible
to anyone considering purchasing a puppy or
to anyone with a new puppy at home. Try to
restrict the puppy to a small area and do not
walk your new puppy in unfamiliar areas until
all vaccines have been received. Since Fort Bliss
does not have an extremely
cold climate, mosquitoes
are present year round. Pet
owners should keep their
dogs on heartworm prevention to prevent the spread
of heartworms caused by
mosquito bites. Bring your
canine companion in for a
heartworm test, if a dose of
heartworm prevention has
been missed. When heartworms are detected early,
the chance of successful
treatment increases.
It is a requirement of El
Paso and Fort Bliss residents
to have their dogs and cats
microchipped. It is a quick
and inexpensive tool that
can be used to reunite pet owners with their
pets when they are lost or stolen. If you bring
your pet into Vet Services on Fort Bliss for
microchipping, they will
also register the chip for
their clients. Lisa, a vet technician
on post, stated that many pets seen at the clinic
may already have a microchip, but the clinic
where it was purchased never had it registered.
If a pet’s chip has not been registered, there is
no way of being able to contact or match the
animal with it’s owner.
You do not have to go far if you are considering a new addition to your family. Fort Bliss
Vet Services also offers an adoption program
for stray animals found on government property. When a stray animal is brought to the
clinic, the owner has three days to come in and
claim their pet. After three days,Vet Services
cares for the stray and then places them up
for adoption. However, due to limited space at
the clinic,Vet services can only keep adoption
animals for a limited time. If the pet has not
been adopted, then the clinic must turn the
animal over to other adoption agencies, such as
the Humane Society.
Fort Bliss has many services to offer at more
affordable prices than many off post veterinarian treatment facilities, including ultra sound
and x-ray equipment, a pharmacy, microchips
and vaccines.Visit www.blissmwr.com or call
the clinic at (915) 569-2266 for complete pricing and additional information.
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Fort Bliss Main Child
Development Center
Earns National NAEYC
Accreditation
Program Among First in Nation to
Complete More Rigorous Accreditation Process
T
By Virgetta Johnson, Director, CDC Main
he Main Child Development Center at Fort Bliss, is one of
the first early childhood programs to earn accreditation
from the National Association for the Education of Young
Children (NAEYC) – the nation’s leading organization of
early childhood professionals.
“We’re proud to have earned the mark of quality from NAEYC, and to
be recognized for our commitment to reaching the highest professional
standards,” said Virgetta Johnson, Center Director. “NAEYC Accreditation lets families in our community know that children in our program
are getting the best care and early learning experiences possible.” We
strive to uphold the Army Mission. Our Mission is Caring.
To earn NAEYC Accreditation in the new system, The Main Child Development Center went through and extensive self-study process, measuring the program and its services against the ten new NAEYC Early
Childhood Program Standards and more than 400 related Accreditation
Assessors to ensure that the program meets each of the ten NAEYC
program standards. NAEYC-accredited programs are also subject to
unannounced visits during their accreditation, which lasts for five years.
In the 20 years since NAEYC Accreditation was established, it has become a widely recognized sign of high-quality early childhood education.
More than 11,000 programs, serving one million young children, are currently accredited by NAEYC – approximately 8 percent of all preschools
and other early childhood programs. “The new NAEYC Accreditation system raises the bar for preschools, child care centers, and other early childhood programs,” said Mark Ginsberg, Ph.D., executive director or NAEYC.
The Fort Bliss Main Child Development Center’s NAEYC Accreditation
is a sign that they are a leader in a national effort to invest in high-quality
early childhood education, and to help give all children a better start.”
Bringing the NAEYC Annual Conference Home
by Carrie W. Eastburn, Marketing Assistant
This year’s NAEYC Annual Conference was held in Chicago, Illinois
from November 7–10. Fort Bliss Child Care Directors,Virgetta Johnson,
Main CDC, and Elvia Walker, Logan CDC, were given the opportunity to
attend. As a result, they were able to enhance their knowledge on new
child care methods of improvement, including topics on early literacy, infant care, school readiness, as well as social and emotional development.
Both directors will now share the data presented by the renowned
experts from the conference with their staff to better prepare and
enhance the skills of Fort Bliss’s early childhood professionals.
The NAEYC Accreditation system has set voluntary professional standards for programs for young children since 1985. As of September 2006,
the Association’s revised program standards and criteria have introduced
a new level of quality, accountability, and service for parents and children
in child care programs. The new standards reflect the latest research and
best practices in early childhood education and development. NAEYC is
committed in utilizing the newest studies and analysis on positive child
outcomes to ensure young children continue to receiving the highestquality care and education possible.
The NAEYC Accreditation system was created in 1985 to set professional
standards for early childhood education, and to help families identify highquality preschools, child care centers, and other early education programs.
To earn NAEYC Accreditation, a program must meet each of the ten
NAEYC Early Childhood Program Standards. Programs are accredited by
NAEYC for a five-year period, with update reports required annually.
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O’Club Holiday Pastry
Demonstration
It’s amazing how some things that are so
simple can be made into the sublime. On
Saturday, December 1 from 3-6pm The Fort
Bliss Officers’ Club is hosting a holiday pastry demonstration in their historical dining
room. Mrs. Marsha Mascorro will teach you
how to make amazing creations from simple
everyday items and help you feel more confident in the kitchen.You will learn how to
make an assortment of delectable desserts
to impress your family and friends! Imagine
how amazed they will all be! Call the O’Club
at 568-7013 by November 16 to reserve
your free seat.
Special Dinner Options
We continue through the next couple of
months with our popular international dining
options, offering special member’s only pricing. The New Year begins with Italian Night
on January 11 and continues with Indian
Night on January 25. In addition to these dinners the Officers’ Club will continue to offer
“Beef & Burgundy” every Wednesday night
starting at 6 p.m., with a special Valentine’s
treat on February13. And don’t forget to
mark your calendars to attend our well
received Champagne Brunches, every Sunday
starting at 10 a.m. Call 568-7013 for more
information and reservations.
Give the gift of MWR!
Now is the time to get the jump on that holiday
gift for that someone special.You might think
about giving an MWR gift certificate. This holiday
season, MWR is offering gift certificates for
the Fort Bliss Officers’ Club, Underwood Golf
Complex, and the Fort Bliss Bowling Center. Give
the gift that won’t be returned; in any amount
you wish to spend. Gift Certificates are on sale
now. If you would like to purchase a gift certificate for that someone special, please contact
the Underwood Golf Complex at 562-7255, The
Officers’ Club at 568-7013 or the Bowling Center
at 568-6272.
at the O’Club
Santa Claus will also be stopping by the Officers’
Club on December 16 to talk to all of the boys
and girls, so you better make sure you’ve been
good! During his visit why don’t you stay to enjoy
a lovely “Christmas Champagne Brunch” from
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The tantalizing brunch offerings
include Christmas Ham, as well as other traditional
Christmas fare and all the trimmings! There will
also be a delicious assortment of vegetables and
side dishes, salad bar, and dessert cart. The cost
is $13.95 for members, $15.95 for nonmembers,
half price for children 7-11, and free for children 6
years and under. Reservations are required. Please
call 568-7013.
Christmas Bru
Valentine’s Day Dinner
Treat your loved one to a romantic night at
the historic Officer’s Club on February 14 at
7 p.m. An intimate atmosphere and luscious
dinner will guarantee to generate love sparks.
The menu includes a Salad with Arugala,
Parmesan Crusted Tenderloin, Grilled Shrimp,
Grilled Asparagus, Garlic Mashed Potatoes,
Dinner Roll, Feta Cheese with Fresh Fruit,
Dessert, served with wine. Member Price
is $25 per person, non-members $30 per
person. Call 568-7013 for reservations.
more club events on page 14
daily lunch specials
For more information, call 568-7013
Every MON is Chef’s Choice, TUE is Schnitzel, & FRI is Fried Catfish. WED & THU feature:
DECEMBER 5 Cod 6 Beef Tips 12 Meatloaf 13 Chicken Parmesan 19–28 CLOSED JANUARY 1–2 CLOSED 3 Meatloaf 9 Baked Cod 10 Pork Chop 16 BBQ
Chicken 17 Beef Stir Fry 23 Baked Fish 24 Beef Tips 30 Lasagna 31 Baked Chicken FEBRUARY 6 Rigatoni 7 Salisbury Steak 13 Spaghetti 14 Mock Fillet 20 Baked Fish
21 Chicken Parmesan 27 Lasagna 28 Beef Tips
Meal Winners
D E C E M B E R Ken Hudnall, John Pipkin, Lloyd Halas
J A N UA RY Lorraine Carrick, David Davenport, Mary Glomb
F E B RUA RY Robert Carl, Katherine Lehmann, Gus Rodriguez
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at the Centennial
Celebrate your Christmas a little early this year at one
of MWR’s distinctive holiday celebrations!
The Centennial will serve its traditional “Christmas Brunch” from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. December
16, featuring a delicious assortment of breakfast
items including crepes and omelets made to order.
Highlighting the lunch selections will be the Christmas Ham, along with other traditional Christmas
entrees. The Centennial’s salad bar and dessert bar
round out the tempting array of brunch offerings.
A special visit from Santa will surely complete the
wonder of this event! Costs are $14.95 for adults,
half price for children 7-11 years and children 6 and
under are free. Reservations are required. Please
call 562-5969.
unches
Centennial Food Pavilion
Coming soon!
The Food Pavilion will be located inside the
Centennial Banquet & Conference Center
where the existing lunch line is located. Not
to worry, many of your favorites will remain
but great new menus will be added. The
Centennial Food Pavilion will consist of three
Army brand restaurants including Primo’s
Pizza, Habañeros, and Java Café. Each of these
three concepts will blend together to offer
a temping array of numerous entrees. The
Primo’s menu will consist of fresh baked
pizza, calzones, pasta de jour, and ready made
salads. Habañeros will offer a delicious blend
of Mexican and southwest flavors including
fajitas, quesadillas and burritos. The Java Café
will offer up a full service coffee bar along
with grilled paninis, pre-made sandwiches,
and of course, delectable desserts and
pastries. The Food Pavilion will also offer a
daily special with some signature home style
dishes. All three concepts will come together
with a Tuscan themed décor.You may have
already noticed the beginning stages of our
dining room renovation. Flooring, furniture,
lighting and fixtures are still to come. Construction is set to begin in the early part of
2008. Look for more news to come, and until
then please stop by and enjoy the Centennial
daily lunch specials. For more information,
please call 569-5715
Is love in the air? Come to Speed Dating at
the Centennial Club on Friday, January 18
starting at 7 p.m. and find out! Meeting new
people doesn’t have to be intimidating…
mingle with a new friend in a safe, friendly
environment every five minutes! Enjoy
X-tremely low drink prices and snacks for
purchase. Call 562-5969 for information and
visit www.blissmwr.com to register. Cost is
$5 per person. Please arrive by 7 p.m. with
your valid ID card to ensure seating. All off
post guests should enter, with current car
insurance and registration, through Biggs
Gate to obtain a gate pass.
Mardi Gras Party
“Club Metro”, located in the lower level of
the Centennial, will host a Mardi Gras Party
Mar. 1 beginning at 11pm. This New Orleansstyle party will feature DJ entertainment
and free snacks and beads for party guests.
Participants may also take advantage of $1.50
drink specials all evening.
Club Metro is open from 11 p.m. –4 a.m., and
there is a $5 cover charge.
As proponents of Fort Bliss’ “Don’t Drink
and Drive” campaign, the The Pub and Club
Metro are prepared to assist with courtesy
taxi rides to residences off post when necessary. Residences are limited to those within
the El Paso city limits. Also, individuals who
volunteer to be designated drivers receive
free soft drinks all evening.
For more information, call 562-5969
Every MON is Chef’s Choice, WED is Schnitzel, & FRI is a choice of Fried Catfish, Baked Cod, or Grilled Steak. TUE & THU feature:
DECEMBER 4 Chicken Cordon Bleu 6 BBQ Brisket 11 Chicken Alfredo 13 Stuffed Pork Chops w/ Brown Gravy JANUARY 3 Beef Fritter 8 Beef Stroganoff 10
Baked Chicken 15 Beef Fajitas 17 Chopped Steak 22 CLOSED 24 Pepper Steak 29 Spaghetti w/ Meatballs 31 Chicken Parmesan FEBRUARY 5 Chinese Plate 7 Fried
Chicken 12 Mexican Plate 14 London Broil 19 Meatloaf 21 Roast Pork 26 Chicken w/ Rice 28 Baked Ham
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Fort Bliss MWR
New Year’s Eve Parties
Come Blow out the New Year 007 Style on
December 31, 2007 at the Fort Bliss Officers’
Club featuring Dancing with the Mike Caranda
Orchestra starting at 8 p.m. with dinner being
served promptly at 9 p.m. and breakfast from
12:30 to 1:15 a.m. Members $85 Per Couple, $65
single / Non-members $95 Per Couple, $75 single.
Reservations are required. Please Call 568-7013
for more Information
High-school age teenagers can celebrate
the new year at the “Aus-teen Powers”
60’s themed party starting at 8 p.m. in the
O’ Club’s Down Under. There will be a live
band, D.J., videogames, party favors, snacks
and breakfast at 12:30 a.m. Tickets are $15
in advance and $20 at the door.
Reservations are required for both events.
Please call 568-7013 for more information.
The Centennial Club New Year’s Eve Dance
Party begins at 9 p.m. on December 31.
Guests will receive champagne and party
favors. A breakfast buffet will be served from
12:30 until 1:30 a.m. Tickets are $20 per
couple and $12 single. Please call 562-5969
for reservations and information.
Healthy Lunch Specials
Start off the New Year on a healthy note! From January 7 through 31 at the Centennial Club and the Officers’
Club visit each facility for a light lunch menu item to help you keep your New Year’s resolutions. January 7
through 11 get $1 off an all-you-can-eat salad bar. January 14 through 18, buy a healthy wrap (chicken, tuna, or
veggie) and receive a free side salad. January 21 through 25, the club offers a “Lite Bite” lunch plates with cottage
cheese, fresh fruit, and chicken salad pita pocket for only $5.10. January 28 through 31, try our low fat vegetable
lasagna and side salad for only $5.60. By participating in this promotion, customers get a 5-punch card for each
lunch special they order. Redeem your card to receive a free all-you-can-eat salad bar at either MWR Club
location and also enter to win 2-weeks of free personal training at Stout gym. Call 569-5715 for details.
Football Frenzy Fort Bliss Style
NFL Sundays
Every Sunday, the Down Under Sports Bar at the
Officers’ Club and the Club Metro at the Centennial will offer DirectTv’s NFL Sunday Ticket Both
Clubs will open at 11 a.m. and offer multi-cast
games daily. Come watch the game, enjoy free
snacks and low beer prices! The Officers’ Club
will also feature Sunday Brunch before the game.
For more information please call 568-7013 or
562-5969.
Sun Bowl Brunch
The Officers’ Club will host its annual Sun Bowl
Brunch beginning at 9 a.m. Monday, December
31, in the Club’s main dining room. Start out the
day with a delicious assortment of hot and cold
breakfast items and a refreshing selection of morning libations before heading out to enjoy the 74th
Annual Vitalis Sun Bowl game. The cost for brunch
is $11.00 for members, $13.00 for nonmembers,
$6.00 for children ages 7 to 11 and children 6
years and under are free. For reservations, please
call 568-7013. Don’t forget to purchase your discounted Sun Bowl game tickets at ITR, 568-7506
Kickoff is at Noon (MT) at the El Paso Sun Bowl
Stadium on Monday, December 31, 2007.
Are you looking for THE special place to hold your
wedding reception, Quinceñiera, meeting, or other
special event? The Centennial Banquet and Conference Center is Fort Bliss MWR’s largest facility with
60,000 square feet of space that provides you with
many opportunities to make your event a success.
The Centennial features both dining and ballroom
facilities with a standing capacity of 3,000. If banquet
seating is requested, the Centennial holds up to 1,200
individuals; 2,500 for theater seating.
FORT BLISS
BANQUET SERVICES
Officers’ Club ~ 568-7013
Centennial ~ 562-5969
Golden Tee ~ 562-3559
The historic Officers’ Club offers a variety of banquet
rooms available-the Fox Room, International Room,
Ballroom, and the Franklin Room are the most
famous. The dining area is an open area available
for smaller functions. The O’Club also has two fully
stocked bars, the traditional Pershing Pub and modern Down Under Sports Bar which is complimented
by an open-air patio with a spectacular view of the
Franklin Mountains.
Army-vs-Navy Game
Catch the Traditional Army/Navy game at the
Officers’ Club in the Down Under on Saturday,
December 1 at noon with a 10 a.m. pre-game.
Super Bowl Parties
MWR facilities will be hosting Super Bowl XLII
parties on Sunday, February 3. Make plans to join
your friends at one of the following festivities to
cheer on your favorite team in this season’s final
gridiron showdown. Watch the game live from
Glendale, Arizona!
The Centennial Club will host its Super Bowl
Party beginning at 2 p.m. in The Pub. Watch the
game on a big screen TV while munching on popcorn and nachos from the complimentary nacho
bar. The Pub offers a fully stocked bar in the warm
ambiance of an old English style pub. For more
information, call 562-5969.
The Officers’ Club will begin its festivities at 2 p.m.
in the Down Under Club with fully stocked bar
and complimentary popcorn and free hot dogs. Sit
back and enjoy the game on the club’s big screen
TV. For more information, call 568-7013.
Plan on arriving early at your party of choice and
enjoy the food, fun, friends and the game.
Located at the Underwood Golf Complex, the
Golden Tee has a 165 person seating capacity and is
perfect for a rehearsal dinner, smaller wedding reception, or personal dinner with colleagues. If planning a
luncheon during the day, the complex boasts two 18hole golf courses- the parkland-style Sunset Course
and the desert-landscaped Sunrise Course, two
practice greens, two practice putting greens, a practice hole and driving range for everyone’s enjoyment.
The Golden Tee provides a delicious and reasonably
priced luncheon menu and will attend to every detail
ensuring a top-quality event.
Our staff will work with you to customize your food
requirements and table settings to compliment a
particular theme or preference. As our finest facilities,
the clubs are one of the most beautiful and spacious
amenities in the area, featuring delectable food and
exquisite ambiance.
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Auto Crafts
Fort Bliss MWR Auto Crafts has a do-it-yourself
hobby shop that provides Soldiers the opportunity to work on their own vehicle to avoid costly
repair bills and offers professional repair services
for those individuals who would rather receive
professional assistance. However, depending on
make and model the MWR Auto Craft Shop offers
the services of ASE Certified mechanics trained
for maintenance and repair on brakes, tune-ups,
alignments, oil changes, transmission services and
so much more. In addition, Texas Vehicle Safety
and Emissions Inspections are available as well. For
information call 568-7280 or stop by Bldg. 820.
Biggs Park
Biggs Park, located on Biggs Field, offers a variety
of recreational activities for you and your family.
Totaling 26 acres, Biggs Park accommodates a
100-yard by 60-yard paintball park, a six sided with
over 20 different high elements Tango Tower, a
mini-golf course, a 1.2 mile track with exercise stations, a playground, basketball, tennis and volleyball
courts, picnic areas and barbecue pits, as well as
pavilions with grills. Outdoor party equipment,
including tables, Moon Jumps and Dunk Tanks, are
available as well. Call 568-8087 for more information.
The Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers
(BOSS) Program supports the overall quality of
single Soldiers’ lives. BOSS identifies real quality of
life (QOL) issues and concerns by recommending
improvements through the installation chain of
command. BOSS also encourages and assists single
Soldiers in identifying and planning for recreational
and leisure activities, such as parties, BBQs, and
trips. Additionally, it allows for the opportunity to
participate in and contribute to their respective
communities.
Single Soldiers are encouraged to voice their
concerns to their unit BOSS representative who
will in turn express the issues at monthly meetings
of Brigade & Battalion BOSS representatives. These
meetings will be held at 3 p.m. every Wednesday.
Please call the Fort Bliss BOSS Office for locations
at 568-6556 or email at [email protected].
Gyms
RV Park
Active duty military and retirees can sponsor their
family members or friends, who want to utilize the
Fort Bliss RV Park, on a space available basis. With
73 pull-through, full-hookup spaces complete with
electricity, water and sewer conveniences, the RV
Park is a home away from home. While utilizing
the facility, guests can also entertain during their
stay. A family room with kitchen extras, TV, free
WIFI access for your computer, and stair stepper,
bike and two treadmills, keeps guests comfortable,
in addition to the laundry area, public restroom
and shower facilities, and small playground. Two
outside pavilion areas with built-ins grills are provided for parties or small get-togethers. A doggie
walk is available; however, patrons may walk their
pets wherever they wish. Management does ask that
you pick up after them as a courtesy to others.
The highly-used center also offers convenient
RV storage for about 290 vehicles, at a nominal
monthly fee. Individuals interested in using the
park can expect to pay the daily rental rate of $15;
however the RV Park does accept Golden Age
cards for discounts in addition to reductions for
minimum week stays. The RV Park office is open
Monday through Friday from 8am to 4pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 3pm. After hours,
a night host is on site to assist late arrivals. Please
call the Fort Bliss RV Park at 568-0106.
ITR
With two convenient locations, the Information,
Ticketing and Registration Office is your gateway
to your vacation. As the on-post discount outlet
for many of the area’s greatest attractions - such
as, Magic Mountain, Knotts Berry Farm, Sea World,
Disneyland and Fiesta Texas, ITR offers discounted
hotel reservations, travel information and local
trips and tours. ITR is located at Bldg. 1743 on
Victory Road as well inside the PX Mall.
Mickelsen Community
Library
The Library is located in the basement of Headquarters Building, Bldg. 2, in E-wing directly underneath the NCO Academy. It offers over 35, 000
books on all types of subjects; over 70 magazines
and newspapers; Internet access; and a reference
help line (568-1491). Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. the little ones, in accompany
with their parent or guardian, can enjoy story time.
For more information visit www.blissmwr.com or
call 568-6156.
Fort Bliss is home to six fitness facilities including
Mitchell W. Stout Physical Fitness Center,
Bldg. 2930 on Cassidy. Stout is a state-of-the-art
facility with over 60,000 sq. ft. It offers 3 full-size
basketball courts, 6 racquetball courts, a volleyball
court, and an outside track. The four weight rooms
feature Hammer Strength and Life Fitness equipment. One weight room is entirely selectorized
equipment featuring circuit training, another is a
dumbbell room, one is a leg room, and the main
weight room is upper body with all the benches
and machines imaginable. It also has a whole assortment of cardiovascular equipment including
treadmills, steppers, elliptical steppers, and stationary bikes Aerobics and Personal Training are offered by certified instructors and personal training
is available by appointment only. Body fat testing
using Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) and
BMI are also available by appointment for $5. Since
October, all Aerobics classes are FREE. For a complete list of Aerobics classes and times, visit www.
blissmwr.com or call 568-4508/5995.
Visit any of our other fitness facilities for an
exceptional work-out experience:
Ronald D. Milam
Physical Fitness Center
Bldg. 2499
568-7318/7518
Logan Heights
Physical Fitness Center
Bldg. 4797
568-5198
Biggs Gym
Bldg. 11251, Biggs Airfield
568-8697/8730
Big Ed’s Gym
Bldg 2, Basement
568-4508
Fort Bliss Tennis Club and Fitness Zone
Bldg. 262, Club Rd.
569-5448
Replica Aquatic Center
Replica Aquatic Center is a one-of-a-kind indoor
swimming facility. As part of your fitness program,
you can choose lap swimming in the Olympic-size
indoor pool, aqua aerobics, drown proofing. The
pool is also available for pool parties and offers
swimming classes for all levels and ages. The center
is located in Bldg. 5035 on the corner of Dickman
and Dudley Roads Cost is $1 for adults, 75¢ for
ages 6–12, $2 for guests.
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Have a Snack at Stout Gym
By Amy DeVries
After a tough workout, we could all use a little pick-me-up. The Team
Bliss Snack Bar at Stout Gym is here to help! The Team Bliss Snack Bar
holds the distinction of being the only MWR run smoothie bar on any
stateside Army base.
Our smoothie menu contains countless options to create a customized
smoothie where you can choose from an extensive list of fruits, flavorings, and supplements to create a unique drink to suit your needs.
Our exceptional smoothies already set us apart from other eateries on post, but we’ve decided to expand our menu again! The Snack
Bar isn’t just for those utilizing the gym facilities; the Snack Bar has
become a popular lunch choice due to the new sandwiches and low
carb wraps that we are serving. A freshly made sandwich is a healthy
and satisfying alternative to other on-the-go lunch options.
Team Bliss Snack Bar invites you to try one of our smoothies today.
Our coupons present two options: the first coupon allows you to save
$1.00 on a specialty smoothie. These specialty smoothies are available in a full range of fruits and flavors and contain the most popular
supplements for specific benefits. Choose from the protein-packed
Power Shake, the Oatmeal Meal Replacement Shake, the Muscle
Builder, the Fat Burner, or the low-carb low calorie Protein Plus Shake.
Our second coupon gives you the option to create your own mix of
supplements to fit your needs. When you create a smoothie with your
choice of two supplements, use the coupon to include a third at no charge!
If the idea of Echinacea, Antioxidants, Ginseng, and Creatine are confusing to you, stop by and our helpful staff will be happy to assist you
in understanding these products. We look forward to serving you on
your next trip to Stout Gym.
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Director
568.3500
568.1132
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568.7533
Recreation Division Chief
568.5709
Child & Youth Services Chief
568.3208
Business Operations Chief
568.3412
NAF Resource Management Division Chief
568.6741
Marketing
ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICES
Financial Readiness
568.7088
568.4878
Family Advocacy
568.6291
Relocation Services
568.4878 / 1132
Mobilization & Deployment
568.4614 / 1132
Information & Referral
569.1854
Exceptional Family Member Program
568.0494
Family Member Employment Assistance Program
568.1132
Installation Volunteer Services
568.2382
Army Family Team Building
568.1132
Army Family Action Plan
568.7088
Army Emergency Relief
RECREATION & SPORTS
Mitchell W. Stouth Fitness Center & Track Complex
568.3264
568.5198
Logan Heights Fitness Center
568.8697 / 8730
Biggs Fitness Center
568.7318 / 7518
Ronald D. Milam Fitness Center
569.5448
Tennis Club & Fitness Zone
568.4825
Community Pool
568.7431 / 5380
568.8087
Biggs Water & Paintball Park
568.1145 / 4508
Omar N. Bradley Softball Complex
568.6156 / 1491
Mickelsen Community Library
568.0106
RV Park
568.7506
Information, Ticketing & Registration
568.5563
Framing Bliss
568.7280
Auto Crafts
568.6556
Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS)
CHILD & YOUTH SERVICES
Central Registration
568.4374
568.5689 / 6335
Child Development Center (Main)
568.3989 / 4887
Child Development Center (Logan)
568.KIDS (5437) / 5495
YouthPlex
568.8336 / 1295
School Age Services
568.9306
School Liaison Officers (SLO)
568.4198
Family Child Care (FCC)
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Centennial Banquet & Conference Center
562.5969
568.7013
Fort Bliss Officers’ Club
569.5715
Club Special Events
562.1273 / 2066
Underwood Golf Complex
562.3559
The Golden Tee
568.6272 / 1685
Fort Bliss Bowling Center
565.GUNS (4867) / 568.2983
Rod & Gun Club
565.7777 / 1.800.723.8130
Fort Bliss Lodging Services
565.7777 ext. 352
Uncle Bao’s restuartant
ADDITIONAL MWR SERVICES
Vet Services
569.2266
568.7506
Unit Funds
565.8473
Military Rent All (Furniture Rental)
630.8669
Scuds & Suds Car Wash
566.8321
Lock’n’Leave Storage
568.4444
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American Red Cross
Army Community Service
Auto Crafts
BOSS
Bowling Center
Chaplain
Child Development Center, Main
Civilian Personnel Office
Commissary
Community Pool
Country Junction
CTMC/Family Practice Clinic
Car Wash, Scuds & Suds
Defense Military Pay Office
Family Housing
On Post
Off Post
Fort Bliss Lodging Services
Fort Bliss Museum & Study Center
Framing Bliss
Hospital: WBAMC
Information
Ambulance
Appointments
TRICARE Service Center
Red Cross
Inspector General
Information, Ticketing & Registration
Kelly Park
Legal Assistance Office
Library, Mickelson
Mainstreet Xpresso
Milam Fitness Center
Military Rent All
Military Police Station
Telephone
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C ALENDAR OF EVENTS 2007
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1 Team Bliss Youth Wrestling Tournament 9am at Stout
PFC
1 Army vs. Navy Game 10am at the O’Club
1 Pastry Demonstration - Saturday Social 3pm at the
O’Club
3–4 Transition Counselors Institute Training
at Centennial
4 RACC Meeting 3–4pm at ACS
4–6 FRG Training 5:30–8:30pm at ACS
5 Class: 10 Steps to a Federal Job 1:30–4pm at ACS
6 Class: Career Exploration and Planning 1:30–4pm at
ACS
7 10 K Run Post Championships Registration: 5:30am,
Race 6:45am at Biggs Park
7 Post Pay Day Activities 1–4pm at Golf
10 Class: Checkbook Management 1:30–3:30pm at ACS
11 Class: Writing a Winning Resume 5:30–7:30pm at ACS
12 Class: Creating Connections 1:30–3:30pm at ACS
12 Class: Make Your Events Fabulous-Event Planning
Training 1–3pm at ACS
13 Forum/Focus Group 9–11am at ACS
14–15 Youth Sun City Wrestling Nationals at the County
Coliseum
15 Freedom Bowl 12–2pm at the Bowling Center
16 Freedom Bowl 3–5pm at the Bowling Center
16 Christmas Brunches 10am at the O’Club and Centennial
20 Mobilization & Deployment Readiness 8am–4pm at
ACS
25 Christmas Holiday
29 Sun Bowl Brunch 9am at the O’Club
31 New Year’s Eve Parties 8pm at the O’Club, 9pm at Centennial
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Family Friendly Champagne
64 oz chilled bottle of white grape juice
32 oz chilled lemonade
32 oz chilled lemon-lime soda
REGULAR EVENTS
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Mix ingredients and serve or garnish
with your favorite fruit! Make a toast
to bring in the New Year with your
family and friends.
every MON & WED 8:30-10:30am
at ACS
SPOUSE EMPLOYMENT ORIENTATION every MON & WED 10am
at ACS
Goodbye to the old year
and hello to the new…
Even though the traditional New Year’s
song written by Robert Burns “Auld
Lang Syne” dates back to the late
18th century, many people either can
only recall the chorus. This could be a
result of the modern translations, the
numerous versions, or because people
are uncertain of the meaning in the
lyrics. The title “auld lang syne” can be
translated in English as “days of long
ago” or “in olden days”. In America,
it is mostly sung on New Year’s as to
say goodbye to the old year, but in
many other countries it is also sung
at graduations and funerals. There are
many reliable resources available to
learn more about this song, as well
as, other New Year’s traditions. One
version is provided here, but make a
resolution this year to visit Mickelsen
Community Library to research other
versions and learn more about this
timeless melody.
Auld Lang Syne
by Robert Burns
Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
and never brought to mind?
Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
and auld lang syne?
CHORUS
For auld lang syne, my dear,
for auld lang syne,
we’ll tak a cup o’ kindness yet,
for auld lang syne.
And surely ye’ll be your pint-stoup!
And surely I’ll be mine!
And we’ll tak a cup o’ kindness yet,
for auld lang syne.
CHORUS
We twa hae run about the braes,
and pou’d the gowans fine;
But we’ve wander’d mony a weary fit,
sin’ auld lang syne.
CHORUS
We twa hae paidl’d in the burn,
frae morning sun till dine;
But seas between us braid hae roar’d
sin’ auld lang syne.
CHORUS
And there’s a hand my trusty fiere!
And gies a hand o’ thine!
And we’ll tak a right gude-willie waught,
for auld lang syne.
SKIESUnlimited ACTIVITY CLASSES
AUTO MAINTENANCE & SAFETY
CLASSES every WED 6-7pm & every
SAT 8-9am at Auto Crafts
MONTHLY SEXUAL ASSAULT
REVIEW BOARD MEETING every
4th THU
10-11am at Bldg 2, Rm 118
offered several days throughout the
week, contact YESS at Youth Services
SEAFOOD LUNCH SPECIAL
ACS NEWCOMER’S ORIENTATION
& RE-ENTRY WORKSHOP every
KARAOKE NIGHT
MON–FRI 8am-4:30pm at ACS
CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH
every TUE & THU 8:30-10:30am
at ACS
PLAYGROUP FOR PARENTS &
TODDLERS (18MOS-4YRS) every
every FRI
11am-1pm at the Bowling Center
every FRI & SAT
8:30pm at the Bowling Center
CLUB THUNDER ALLEY
every FRI &
SAT 10pm-1am at the Bowling Center
SUPER AWESOME SATURDAYS
every
SAT 6pm-12am at SAS Logan Heights
SKIESUnlimited FASHION MODELING
TUE & THU 10am-12n at the Bowling Center
every SAT 2:30-4:30pm at Youth
Services
READ ME A STORY
FAMILY STORY TIME
1ST TERMER’S FINANCIAL
MANAGEMENT every 2nd TUE & 4th
BOWLING SPECIAL
every TUE 10am
at Mickelsen Library, E-Wing of Bldg 2
MON 9am-4pm at ACS
SCHNITZEL LUNCH SPECIAL
every
WED 11am-1pm at the Bowling
Center
WED 1:30-3:30pm at ACS
every
BOSS MEETING
every 1st & 3rd
WED 3pm at Armed Forces YMCA
BEEF & BURGUNDY
6-9pm at the O’Club
every WED
every SAT
10:30-11am at Mickelsen Library
(bowl 2 games,
get 1 free) every SAT 11am-1am at
the Bowling Center
ROD & GUN CLUB IDPA DEFENSIVE
HANDGUN MATCH 4th & 5th SAT of
every month
SUNDAY BRUNCH
2pm at the O’Club
every SUN 10am-
FAMILY FUN BOWLING
every SUN
NFL SUNDAY TICKET
every SUN
11am at the O’Club & Centennial
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JAN
1 New Year’s Holiday
2–8 SAS Winter Camp 5:30am–6pm at Main & Logan SAS
7–31 Healthy Lunch Specials 11am at the O’Club and Centennial
8–10 PEP 9am–2pm at ACS
9 Process Action Team Meeting 9–11am at the O’Club
10 SAS Parent Council Meeting 6pm at Logan SAS
10 Volunteer Management Training 9–11am at ACS
11 Class: Debt Management 1:30–3pm at ACS
11 Tastes of the World: Italian Buffet 6pm at the O’Club
14–15 FRG Training 9am–2:30pm at ACS
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7 8 9 10 11 12
14 15 16 17 18 19
21 22 23 24 25 26
28 29 30 31 1 2
15 Class: Rapid Refund 1:30–3pm at ACS
15–17 AFTB Level 1 6pm–9pm at ACS
17 FRG Treasurer Training 9–10:30am or 5:30–7pm at ACS
25 Tastes of the World: Indian 6pm at the O’Club
18 Speed Dating 7pm at Centennial
23 Class: Car Buying 1:30–3pm at ACS
24 Class: Credit Repair Workshop 9–11am & 6pm–8pm at
ACS
24 FRG Key Caller Training 9–10:30am or 3:30–7pm at ACS
25 AFTB Concept Block - My Fair Lady 9am–2:30pm
25 Class: Budgeting 1:30–3pm at ACS
25 Tastes of the World: Indian 6pm at the O’Club
28 Volunteer Advisory Council Meeting 10–11am at the
O’Club
29 FRG Leadership Refresher Course 9–11am or 5:30–
7:30pm at ACS
30 Class: Saving, Investing,TSP 1:30–3pm at ACS
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Living Green
REGULAR EVENTS
by Elizabeth Maline, MWR Sponsorship and Advertising Coordinator
New Year’s has always been a time for looking back to the past, and more
importantly, forward to the coming year. If you’re the type who likes to ring in
the New Year with a list of resolutions, good luck on your new good habits!
With them, why not add one more? How about going “Green”? Do you want
to preserve more of nature and provide a healthier future for the next generation? Reducing the amount of excess resources you consume is the surest
way to accomplish that. Simple actions are some easy ways to begin: There
are three R’s you can add to your list to live by: 1. Reduce 2. Reuse 3. Recycle.
Here are some great tips to add to your lifestyle:
• Break the Bottled Water Habit - Switch from disposable to reusable water bottles, buy a filter for your tap water if necessary.
• Turn down the thermostat on your water heater. A setting of
120° F is adequate for most home needs.
• Clean Green – Cold wash your clothes and choose the no-heat
dry cycle on your dishwasher.
• Eat locally - Buy one pound of locally grown food a week.
• Eat less meat: A plant-based diet generally requires less land, energy, and other resources. Crop-based food requires an average
of 0.78 global hectares per ton of food, compared to 2.1 global
hectares required to produce one ton of animal-based food.
• Bring Your Own Bag – “The New BYOB.”
• Switch out your incandescent light bulbs to compact florescent
light bulbs (CFL’s) you can save money on electric bills, use less
energy and reduce your carbon footprint.
• Drop off old prescription or nonprescription glasses at your local LensCrafters, Pearle Vision, Sears, Target Optical store, or give
them to your local Lions Club.
• Drive a fuel-efficient vehicle and reduce the amount that you
drive- instead walk, cycle, carpool, or use public transportation.
• Avoid purchasing disposable items with lots of packaging. Re-use
items when possible, and always recycle items that are recyclable.
• In good weather, consider hanging clothes outside and using
totally free solar energy to do the drying.
www.myfootprint.org
www.newdream.org
www.earthday.net
www.idealbite.com
www.seventhgen.com
www.homegrownelpaso.com
at ACS
at ACS
at ACS
READ ME A STORY
REVIEW
BOARD MEETING every 4th THU
every FRI
KARAOKE NIGHT
every FRI & SAT
CLUB THUNDER ALLEY
every FRI &
every
SKIESUnlimited FASHION MODELING every SAT 2:30-4:30pm at Youth
Services
every TUE 10am
FAMILY STORY TIME
BOWLING SPECIAL
MON 9am-4pm at ACS
every
Center
every
BOSS MEETING
every 1st & 3rd
BEEF & BURGUNDY
every WED
every SAT
(bowl 2 games,
the Bowling Center
every month
SUNDAY BRUNCH
2pm at the O’Club
every SUN 10am-
FAMILY FUN BOWLING
every SUN
NFL SUNDAY TICKET
every SUN
11am at the O’Club & Centennial
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FEB
3 Super Bowl Parties
at the O’Club and Centennial
5 & 7 AFTB Level 1 9am–2:30pm at ACS
7 Give your Volunteers the Recognition They Deserve,
Volunteer Award Write-Up Class 5:40–7:30pm at ACS
7 SAS Parent Council Meeting 6pm at Main SAS
8 Class: Car Buying 1:30–3:30pm at ACS
11–13 AFTB Level I1 9am–2:30pm at ACS
11–14 National Consumer Protection Week at ACS
12–14 PEP 9am–2pm at ACS
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7 8 9
14 15 16
21 22 23
28 29 1
13 Valentine’s Beef & Burgundy 6pm at the O’Club
14 Valentine’s Day Dinner 7pm at the O’Club
16 Fort Bliss Fishing Day & Tournament 8am–12pm at
Ascarate Lake
16 Mardi Gras Party 10pm at Centennial
20 Class: Debt Management 1:30–3pm at ACS
22 Class: Budgeting 1:30–3pm at ACS
25–29 AFTB Level III 9am–2:30pm at ACS
25–29 Military Saves Campaign 9am–12pm at ACS
26&28 FRG Training 5:30–8:30pm at ACS
28 AER Campaign Kick-Off at ACS
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Black History Month…Everyone’s Month
By Tamika Christie, MWR Marketing Clerk
First recognized as “Negro History Week”, the history of black people was
celebrated to recognize the contributions they made in America. There have
been many great contributors to black America, but our students did not
start learning about them up until recently in the 20th century when it was
added to our history books. Blacks have been in American since the colonial
times, but their stories are still not widely studied in schools outside the
month of February.
Dr. Carter G. Woodson named the second week of February “Negro History
Week” because of two great men born that week who helped the cause
of the black man in America. Frederick Douglass, an American Abolitionist,
was one of the greatest anti-slavery leaders in America. Former President
Abraham Lincoln, who held strong opposition to slavery, signed into law the
Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, ordering all persons held as slaves free.
Both men became personal friends in later years. Other notable events that
took place during black history month were:
•
•
•
February, 3, 1870: The 15th Amendment was passed, granting blacks the
right to vote.
February 12, 1909: The National Association for the Advancement of
Colored People (NAACP) was founded by black and white Americans in
New York in hopes of ending racial discrimination and segregation.
February 1, 1960: Black students in Greensboro, NC held a sit in at
a segregated lunch counter during what we know as the Civil Rights
Movement.
Black history should not be limited to just February or black people, as blacks
have helped mold the United States into what it is today. Let us not forget
that after blacks first arrived in Virginia against their will in 1619, they have
gone on to do many great things. Without Eli Whitney’s cotton gin, would we
be able to wear the clothes we have on today? Without Harriet Tubman and
the Underground Railroad, would people still be in search of their freedom?
And without blacks standing shoulder to shoulder with their white counterparts in every major U.S. War to date, would not we have the greatest Armed
Forces in the world?
In 1976, as part of the nation’s Bicentennial, Negro History Week was later
established as Black History Month. The next time you wonder why there
is a full month set aside to celebrate black history, think about the wonderful accomplishments of Black Americans. Think how rich our history is, and
how well it meshes with the history of White Americans, Hispanic American,
Native Americans, and even Asian Americans.You will then see why it is celebrated all over the United States, as well as nations abroad.
REGULAR EVENTS
at ACS
at ACS
at ACS
READ ME A STORY
REVIEW
BOARD MEETING every 4th THU
every FRI
KARAOKE NIGHT
every FRI & SAT
CLUB THUNDER ALLEY
every FRI &
every
SKIESUnlimited FASHION MODELING every SAT 2:30-4:30pm at Youth
Services
every TUE 10am
FAMILY STORY TIME
BOWLING SPECIAL
MON 9am-4pm at ACS
every
Center
every
BOSS MEETING
every 1st & 3rd
BEEF & BURGUNDY
every WED
every SAT
(bowl 2 games,
the Bowling Center
every month
SUNDAY BRUNCH
2pm at the O’Club
every SUN 10am-
FAMILY FUN BOWLING
every SUN
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Take A Swing
Veteran’s Play Pass
Veterans can now apply for membership to the
prestigious George V. Underwood Golf Complex.
All applicants must bring a copy of either a veteran identification card or a DD214 form to the
Pro Shop.The membership fee for single veterans
is $85 per month and for veterans with a family
is $125 per month. Membership is available for
a one, three, six, 9 or 12-month time period.
Dues must be paid at the time the application is
processed. For more information, please call the
Underwood Golf Complex at 562-7255.
Discounts for Families
of Deployed Soldiers
The Fort Bliss Bowling Center and George V.
Underwood Golf Complex are offering special
discounts on services. The Bowling Center is
offering a $1 discount on up to three games
of bowling in one day. This discount is available Friday through Sunday. The Golf Complex
is offering a $10 discount on daily green fees
and lessons. For more information contact the
Bowling Center at 562-6272 or 568-1685 and
the Golf Complex at 562-2066 or 568-1273.
Wounded Warrior
Program Services
Individuals with a Wounded Warrior Card are
entitled to Free club rental, cart rental and
free green fees at George V. Underwood Golf
Complex.
Every MON is Meatloaf, TUE is Chef’s Choice, THU is Schnitzel. SAT enjoy A la Carte or Soup de Jour. SUN is Steak & Eggs. WED & FRI feature:
DECEMBER 5 Chicken Parmesan 7 Whole Catfish or Baked Cod 12 Beef Bourguignon 14 Whole Catfish or Seafood Platter 19 Turkey 21 Whole Catfish or Shrimp
Cocktail 26 Spaghetti 28 Whole Catfish or Breaded Shrimp JANUARY 2 Bratwurst 4 Whole Catfish or Lemon Pepper Cod 9 Spaghetti w/ Metaballs 11 Whole
Catfish or Shrimp Scampi 16 Pork Chop 18 Whole Catfish or Shrimp Cocktail 23 Country Style Steak 25 Whole Catfish or Breaded Shrimp 30 Chicken Fried Rice
FEBRUARY 1 Whole Catfish or Breaded Shrimp 6 Open Face Roast Beef 8 Whole Catfish or Baked Cod 13 Meat Lasagna 15 Whole Catfish or Seafood Platter 20
Meat Lasagna 22 Whole Catfish or Breaded Shrimp 27 Enchilada Plate 29 Whole Catfish or Breaded Shrimp
tournaments & tee times
Every MON & TUE are specials, so check with the Pro Shop for details. Every WED is a draw for weekend tee time.
DECEMBER 5 AUSA 9am Shotgun on Sunset 9 Pan Am ASSN 9am #1 Tee on Sunrise 14 Irvin Girls 9am #1 Tee on Sunrise 25 CLOSED Merry Christmas 26 Training
Holiday 31 Training Holiday JANUARY 1 CLOSED Happy New Year 18 Irvin Girls 9am Shotgun on Sunrise 21 OPEN Matin Luther King Jr. Holiday 25 Parkland Grils
9am Shotgun on Sunrise FEBRUARY 1 Chapin Girls 9am Shotgun on Sunrise 8 Irvin Boys 9am Shotgun on Sunrise 15 Parkland Boys 9am Shotgun on Sunrise 18 OPEN
President’s Day Holiday 19 Training Holiday
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RUNNING TIME
SO YOU WANT TO IMPROVE
YOUR PT SCORE?
Staff Sgt. Chance Finely,
with the 1-204th Air Defense Artillery, National
Guard, practices the
squat bender during the
PT course.
Official U.S. Army Photo
This is the last in a four part series on
improving PT scores. This final segment is
on improving your running time.
Doug Briggs, Ph.D., CSCS
Director of Strength & Conditioning-US ARMY/MWR
and Pastor of the Steel Plates
Fort Bliss, Texas
W
e have addressed the issue of weight loss, sit-ups, and push-ups in the previous three
segments of this series and for a reason: with the loss of weight and the strengthening of the core, the body will be better at running.Your body should be lighter and
stronger by now and ready for a training cycle focusing on running.
So why the picture of squat benders you ask? By utilizing weight loss and strengthening the body,
the result will be more forceful and longer strides. Running in and of itself is never enough; you
must incorporate weight training as well, whether it is body weight exercises as in the squat benders or free weight exercises in the gym. When done correctly resistance training will go along way
toward improving your time in the run.
Week
Run 1
Run 2
Run 3
Run 4
1
1.5mi run
1.5mi run
1mi run (fast)
1.5mi fartlek run
2
1.5mi run
1mi run (fast)
2mi run
2mi fartlek run
3
1.5mi run
1mi run (fast)
2.5mi run
2mi fartlek run
4
1.5mi run
1.5mi run
2mi run
2mi run
5
3mi run
1.5mi run (fast)
1.5mi run
2mi fartlek run
6
3.5mi run
2mi run
1mi run (fast)
2mi run
7
4mi run
1mi run (fast)
1.5mi run
1.5mi run
8
3mi run
Take an extra rest
1.5mi run
Race!
Try the above 5k training program to help you.
5k is equal to 3.1 miles. This program is from
about.com, specifically, http://running.about.
com/od/5kplans/a/5kadvbeg_2.htm.
About.com has some great information on running, walking, and about anything else you may
ever need to know.
“Fartlek” in Swedish means speed play. On
Week 1, Run 4, the chart says to do a 1.5 mile
fartlek run. This could be accomplished by using
the track at Stout PFC and alternating 1 fast
lap and 1 slow lap. Run the 1st lap fast, the 2nd
at a medium pace, the 3rd fast, the 4th at a
medium pace, the 5th fast, and the 6th and last
lap medium.You could also run distance on a
road and vary the intensity from stop sign to
stop sign. Sprint from the 1st stop sign to the
2nd stop sign, jog from the 2nd stop sign to the
3rd stop sign and so forth. The key here is to
vary the intensity and make the body adapt to
the constantly changing requirements you are
placing on it.
I give you my word that if you follow the above
listed 5k Training Program your run time will
decrease and you will feel great!
Keep up the good work and remember; you
and only you are responsible for your fitness
level. Do not make excuses, but instead get the
job done and take responsibility for your own
action. My favorite saying is, “Weakness is a sin!
Weight training (or in this case running) is your
salvation!” My friends in Jamaica started calling
me “Pastor” because of this statement. Have a
great run and please feel free to contact me or
my staff if you need help or have questions.
Tips
1. Forget stretching; warm-up instead.
Stretching can reduce muscular power
output by 3-8% and has been shown to
cause as many injuries as it prevents. When
was the last time you saw a Cheetah get
up and do a stretching routine before
chasing its next meal? The Cheetah goes
from 0 to Max almost instantaneously and
with no injury. If the Cheetah stretched, it
may not eat. If you have to stretch, do it at
the end of your run or exercise bout.
2. Work on the mechanics of running. Have
a track coach or someone familiar with
proper form coach you on the mechanics
of running. Concentrate on arm movements and movement patterns in your legs
and hips. Do short distance bouts of highknees, ankle flips, butt-kickers, and so forth
to work on your running efficiency.
3. Train by running longer distances than
those you will be tested on. If you are
being tested on 2 mile runs, train using variety and train using a distance of 3 miles.
You will most certainly be able to run 2
miles faster than you can run 3 miles.
4. Eat something light about an hour before
your test. I find something liquid with a
high complex carbohydrate count and
protein works very well.
5. Forget Gatorade, Powerade, and all the
other electrolyte replacement drinks.You
are only running 2 miles, not a marathon.
For anything under 1 hour in duration,
drink water!
bN | bowling
Bowling Center Renovations
The Fort Bliss Bowling Center is proud to announce that in pursuit of
customer service and improved business operations the renovation
of the snack bar, lounge and arcade. The renovation will be comprised
of cosmetic changes and upgrades to all areas in order to provide
a visually pleasing and fun atmosphere. The snack bar will create a
customer friendly operation which will provide improved service time
through new preparation, daily operations, equipment and under Army
Branded restaurant guidelines.
The new snack bar will become an Army Strike Zone food and beverage center. The arcade will cosmetically change to allow for additional
updated video and music systems for patron enjoyment. Additionally,
the lounge will transform to a modern sports and entertainment
venue to include 10-16 television screens, state of the art video music
library and sound system. Customers will be able to relax and enjoy
their favorite football, basketball or other sports entertainment while
utilizing the wireless capabilities.
The Fort Bliss Bowling center welcomes you
to join, when all renovations are complete,
in the grand opening of the new Bliss Strike
Zone, Arcade and Bar.
Freedom Bowl
The Fort Bliss Bowling Center is pleased to host Freedom Bowl! The
two-day event will kick off with Family Day on Saturday, December 15
from 12 noon-2:00 p.m. Not only do kids bowl for FREE, but they will
also be able express their artistic side with mural coloring, face painting
and t-shirt painting. Sunday, December 16 is Soldier Appreciation Day
from 3-5 p.m. All Soldiers will be able to bowl for 50 cents per game.
All participants will be served cake, punch and snacks and have a chance
to win exciting prizes! Patrons who bring a canned good will receive an
extra raffle ticket! So mark your calendar and bring your friends and
family out for a fun-filled event! Call 568-6272 for more information.
Club Thunder Alley
Join the Fort Bliss Bowling Center for a state-of-the-art good time.
Thunder Alley gets underway every Friday and Saturday night from
10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Get a strike, have some drinks, and hang out with
friends during this glow-in-the-dark play land and club-like atmosphere. The center’s lounge features a wide-screen TV, Karaoke, dancing
and entertainment. The snack bar features a full short-order menu. The
center is also available for small get-togethers or for your next birthday
party. Several packages are available. Call 568-6272 for more information.
Bowling Parties
The Fort Bliss Bowling Center is offering a variety of birthday party
packages. Parents may choose from four different birthday packages
for their children.
The Dog Package $8.50 per child
• Hot dog with chips
• 12 oz. fountain drink
• 1 FREE game of bowling
The Pizza Package $8.75 per child
• Slice of pizza (pepperoni or sausage)
The Full Bliss $119 for 14 guests
• 2 lanes for 2 hours
• 2 large 1 topping pizzas
• 2 pitchers of soda
The Hamburger $8.75 per child
• Regular burger
All birthday packages include shoe rental, party hats, balloons and ¼
sheet party confetti and streams cake, and are available during Thunder Alley, with the exception of the Full Bliss package. Minimum of
six children is required with a 48 hour reservation for all parties. The
Bowling Center features automatic bumpers, controlled by the center’s
scoring system, for the benefit of younger bowlers who can now bowl
together with older children and adults with little interruption to the
game. For information or to reserve your party, call 568-6272.
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The Bowling Center is offering a $1 discount on up to three games of bowling in one day. This discount is available Friday through Sunday.
For more information contact the Bowling Center at 562-6272 or 568-1685
rod & gun club | bN
The Fort Bliss Rod and Gun Club
has one of the best trap and skeet ranges in
the tri-state area. The hunting lodge motif
of the club gives its members a full-service
pro shop, lounge, snack bar, meeting room
and an array of shooting programs.You can
also enjoy a covered pavilion, ten diverse
ranges, including trap and skeet, five-stand
sporting clays, pistol, rifle, and black powder.
Monthly tournaments are held for all shooting disciplines. The Rod and Gun Club is
located in Northeast El Paso on Roy Johnson
Lane, east of Railroad Drive and Deer Street.
Visit www.blissmwr.com or call 568-2983 for
directions and a schedule of matches, classes,
membership requirements, and meetings.
Membership Benefits
• Members do not pay the 10% Service
Fee in the Pro Shop
• Free daily use of the ranges
• Use of the self pull ranges (Trap/Skeet)
during non-peak hours
• Free Membership Appreciation Night
• Discounted Trap/Skeet & Sporting Clay
tickets and cards
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bN | Framing Bliss
Make It. Frame It. Love It.
By Alex Sutphin, MWR Marketing Assistant
Are you in need of a unique or personalized gift for someone special?
Do you need a trophy, plaque, or name plate engraved? Do you have
a picture, diploma, or award that needs a special, one-of-a-kind frame?
Framing Bliss can help!
Conveniently located on the corner of Cassidy and Marshall, Framing
Bliss offers a variety of services to you to include framing, engraving, gift
merchandise, instructional and hands-on classes, authentic NFL sports
memorabilia, and a cozy coffee shop. In addition, the shop has a wide
selection of mats and frames for your special artwork, in-store catalogs
and a premier Thomas Kincade Gallery.
Certified picture framers are available to assist you in designing the perfect frame, choosing complementing matting, as well as teaching you how
to do-it-yourself framing.
In addition to the popular framing class held twice a month, a scrapbooking class is another option to create one-of-a-kind memories. Available
supplies, fun, creativity, and meeting new people are a guarantee. As Carrie Eastburn, one of the participants of the last scrapbook class, points
out, “Even though I have done Scrapbooking in the past, I did enjoy a
different, creative approach of tackling an idea. I was amazed by the supplies the staff provided, as well as Robin’s professionalism, knowledge, and
creativity. I just loved the Scrapbooking class and will definitely sign-up
again!”
For those individuals who would like to work on their framing and scrapbooking projects individually, Framing Bliss has self-help opening times available as well and in case you do need a creative break, Framing Bliss offers
guests a small coffee bar with deliciously flavored teas, coffees, and snacks.
Framing Bliss also features trophies, plaques, name plates and can engrave
on wood, glass, acrylic and plates. The facility carries a wide variety of
plaques (acrylic and wood), desk wedges or name plates, clocks, engraveable pens, acrylic awards, eagle awards and more.
If you are looking for another unique gift to give to someone special,
Framing Bliss carries authentic autographed proline helmets, jerseys,
footballs, pictures and more of some of the best NFL players in the
league, as well as some Hall of Famers. Artifacts are signed by Tony Romo,
Ben Roethlisberger, Jerome Bettis, Terrel Owens, Troy Aikman, Peyton
& Eli Manning, Brett Favre, Brian Urlacher, Warrren Moon, Dan Marino,
Jerry Rice, and many more. However, merchandise is limited and is
sold on a first-come, first-serve basis.
There is no limit on your imagination and if you just need a
little help, come by Framing Bliss. We are here for you Tuesday,
Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and
Fridays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Sunday, and Holidays the
facility is closed.
For more information or to sign-up for any of the offered
classes stop by Bldg. 820, next to Auto Crafts, or call 568-5563.
We look forward to seeing you!
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