Open to all - Fort Hood DFMWR
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Open to all - Fort Hood DFMWR
FORT HOOD COMMUNITY SERVICES COUNCIL AGENDA 15 Apr 15 1. Opening Remarks LTG Sean B. MacFarland III Corps and Fort Hood Commanding General 2. Invocation Chaplain 3. Administrative Announcements Ms. Pamela Hicks [email protected] 254-553-1593 4. Presentations LTG Sean B. MacFarland III Corps and Fort Hood Commanding General a. February 2015 Volunteer of the Merit Volunteers of Month b. Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) 5. Community Events Calendar Update www.hoodmwr.com/acs Mr. Thomas Rheinlander [email protected] 254-286-5139 6. Old Business/Updates a. Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (DFMWR) Swimming Pool and Lifeguard Status Mr. Nicholas Johnsen [email protected] 254-287-4339 b. Fort Hood Family Housing Lemonade Day – 2 and 3 May 15 FHFH Satisfaction Survey – 6 Apr 15 through 6 May 15 Ms. Nieomi King [email protected] 254-285-2312 7. New Business a. Directorate of Public Works Fort Hood Recycle Statistics Mr. Michael Bush [email protected] 254-287-5500 b. Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) Program BOSS Lounge Monthly Events and Programming CPL Elliott Harold [email protected] 254-290-2433 Version 1, 14APR15 1000 FORT HOOD COMMUNITY SERVICES COUNCIL AGENDA 15 Apr 15 c. Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security Annual Full Scale Exercise 2015 20 May 15 Mr. Keith Gogas [email protected] 254-288-3067 d. Plans, Analysis, and Integration Office Post Wide Yard Sale – 18 Apr 15 Mr. James Bondi [email protected] 254-553-1043 e. Army Community Service (ACS) Hiring Our Heroes – 11 May 15 – Networking Reception 12 May 15 – Hiring Fair Mr. Harvey Dailey [email protected] 254-287-6067 f. Mr. John Valentine [email protected] 254-238-4409 Operation Phantom Support Resale Center and Food Pantry g. Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center Behavioral Health Fair – 18 May 15 COL Patricia Darnauer [email protected] 254-288-8001 h. Texas Veterans Commission Employment Services for Veteran Spouses and Military Spouses Ms. Victoria Thompson [email protected] 254-526-1779 8. Proposed Agenda Topics for Next Meeting and Open Discussion LTG Sean B. MacFarland III Corps and Fort Hood Commanding General 9. Closing Remarks LTG Sean B. MacFarland III Corps and Fort Hood Commanding General Next CSC meeting: 27 May 15, 0930, Community Events and Bingo Center If you have an agenda topic, please contact ACS at 254-553-1593 or e-mail [email protected]. Topics must be received by the 3rd working day of the month. Agency updates to the Community Information Sheets must be received two weeks prior to the CSC. Free WiFi is available in the Community Events & Bingo Center at Westell0479. The Community Information Sheet along with CSC handouts are available to download from the ACS webpage at www.hoodmwr.com/acs or by scanning the QR code below: Version 1, 14APR15 1000 FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 29 MAR – 04 APR 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 29 30 31 01 02 03 04 APR – Month of the Military Child •An annual observance recognizing military children for their heroism, character, courage, sacrifices and continued resilience with special events held on military installations for youth and teens. APR – Child Abuse Prevention Month •A month long campaign bringing awareness to the prevention and intervention of child abuse in the Army community. FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 12 – 18 APR 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 April 16 – Military Affairs Dinner •Copperas Cove / Division West April 18 - Library Rally Day Festival •10:00am - 4:00pm •Open to all •Copperas Cove Public Library FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 12 – 18 APR 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 April 12-18 – Nat. Volunteer Appreciation Week •Recognize the volunteers that assist and support our Army programs throughout the year. Installations and local communities host events. April 18 - Bunny Hop 5k Run/Walk •Registration 0700, race starts 0800 •Open to all •Abrams Physical Fitness Center FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 19 – 25 APR SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 APR 22 Volunteer of the Year Ceremony •6:30 – 9 p.m. •Open to invited guests •Club Hood APR 22 – Ride 2 Recovery •9:15 am •Community invited to attend ceremony to cheer for departing riders •III Corps Flag Pole FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 19 – 25 APR SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 APR 23 Fort Hood Family Housing Earth Day/ Month of the Military Child Fest •5 – 7 p.m. •Open to all •Free •Bronco Youth Center APR 23 – 25 – Immerse and Emerge Arts Experience •Time varies by day •Open to all ages •Salado FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 19 – 25 APR SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 APR 24– Phantom Warrior Scramble •1030 registration, 1200 shotgun start •Teams must consist of three players from the same division, directorate, battalion, brigade, company or branch, plus one additional player. •The Courses of Clear Creek APR 24– USO Fort Hood MOMC Movie on the Lawn •6 p.m., movie (BIG HERO 6) starts after dark •Open to all •Free •III Corps HQ Front Lawn. FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 19 – 25 APR SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 April 24 - 25 – Celebrate Killeen •Event times TBA •Open to all •2201 E Veterans Memorial Blvd April 25 – UFC 186 Watch Party •Doors open at 1930 •Open to all 18 years of age and over •Phantom Warrior Center / Backbone Lounge FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 19 – 25 APR SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 April 25 – JROTC 5K •9 a.m. •Open to all •Copperas Cove High School April 25 – Coryell County Crime Victim’s Rights Day •Open to all •Coryell County FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 26 APR – 02 MAY 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 26 27 28 29 30 01 02 April 26- Domino’s Military Appreciation Day •10 a.m. – 2 p.m. •Open to all military ID holders •Dominos, Hwy. 190, Copperas Cove April 30 - Officers Spouse’s Club Reception •6 p.m. •By invitation only •The Courses of Clear Creek FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 26 APR – 02 MAY 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 26 27 28 29 30 01 02 May 1 Officers Spouse’s Club Tournament •7:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. shotgun start •By invitation •Courses of Clear Creek May 1 & 2 - Annual Gospel Fest •6 – 9 p.m. •Open to all •Tablerock Ampitheater (Salado) FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 26 APR – 02 MAY 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 26 27 28 29 30 01 02 May 2 Relay for Life •10 a.m. •Open to public •Shoemaker High School May 2 - Boxing Watch Party: Mayweather vs. Pacquiao •7 p.m. •Open to all 18 y.o. and older •Backbone Lounge FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 03 – 09 MAY 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 May 7- National Day of Prayer •Noon •Open to all •Killeen City Hall May 8- AUSA Tournament •10:30 registration, 12 p.m. shotgun start •Open to all •Courses of Clear Creek FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 03 – 09 MAY 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 May 8- Military Spouse Appreciation Day •Lunch – Club Hood •Open to all •Annual observance honoring the spouses of service members May 9- Fallen Not Forgotten Memorial Run •8:00 a.m – 12 p.m. •Open to all, fees based on service status •Cameron Field FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 03 – 09 MAY 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 May 9- Jack Rabbit Run 4 Hope •8:00 a.m •Open to all •Ogletree Gap residential area – Copperas Cove FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 10– 16 MAY 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 May 10 – Mother’s Day Brunch •11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. (two seating times) •Open to all •Club Hood May 14 – 17 – Copperas Cove Rabbit Fest •Locations and times vary •Open to all •May 16 – Rabbit Parade – 10 a.m., Cove High School •May 16 - Rabbit Fest Pageant – 1 p.m., City Park FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 17– 23 MAY 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 May 18 – Ronald McDonald House Tournament •7:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. shotgun start •Open to all •Courses of Clear Creek May 21 - Fort Hood Community Showcase •10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. •Open to all •Phantom Warrior Center FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 17– 23 MAY 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 May 21 - 23 – Killeen Rodeo •Times vary by event schedule •Open to all •Killeen Rodeo Arena FORT HOOD and CENTRAL TEXAS HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS 24 – 30 MAY 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 May 29 – Laugh Right Laugh Comedy Tour •7 p.m. •Open to all 18 y.o. and older •Abrams Fitness Center •Tickets - $20, DoD ID Card Holders, $30 all others •For more info, call MWR Special Events, 288-7835 LIFEGUARDS WANTED FT Hood is now hiring certified lifeguards for 2015 Summer Season. Apply today at www.usajobs.gov and follow the steps for a great summer job. Not certified? DFMWR is offering certification courses at Abrams Indoor Pool. Class Fee:$150 Register for classes at (254)287-4648 or (254)285-5942 Mar 16-20 Spring break Mon-Thu 8-5pm Mar 27-1 Apr, Fri: Prerequisites 7-9pm: Sat-Sun: Class 8-5pm: Mon-Wed: Class 5-9pm Apr 10-15, Fri: Prerequisites 7-9pm: Sat-Sun: Class 8-5pm: Mon-Wed: Class 5-9pm May 8-13, Fri: Prerequisites 7-9pm: Sat-Sun: Class 8-5pm: Mon-Wed: Class 5-9pm June 8-11, Fri: Mon-Thu 8-5pm ** Retention Bonus $150 (cost of ARC Certification) provided to Lifeguards who complete the season.** Lifeguard Class Prerequisites: Swim 300 meters continuously, using front crawl and breaststroke. 2 min tread using just your legs. Timed Brick. Within 1 minute and 40seconds, swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke, surface dive to a depth of 10 –12 feet, retrieve a 10-pound brick, return to surface and swim back to the start. 6a - CSC Agenda Document, 15APR15 FHFH PROUDLY SUPPORTS SUNDAY M AY 3 t s o M e h t e Squeez Out of Life! Children of the Great Place will be selling Lemonade on May 2nd and 3rd. Get out and buy a glass! Sign up to participate at any Spring Fling event or online at www.forthood.lemonadeday.org. Live Where You Work, Love Where You Live Could you use new home Electronics? Give us five minutes you could be a WINNER! April 6 to May 6, 2015 Be sure to check your email for your Resident Satisfaction Survey! Complete the survey online and qualify for prize drawings, including the chance for your family to win a Home Electronics Package*! Questions? Email [email protected] or visit our Facebook page for more information. *Fort Hood Family Housing will hold a drawing for a Home Electronics Package when the total resident response rate reaches more than 50%. SURVEYS RECEIVED BETWEEN MON., APRIL 6 AND WEDS., MAY 6 ARE ELIGIBLE FOR PRIZE DRAWINGS. CEL RESIDENT SATISFACTION SURVEY STARTS APRIL 6TH! GRAND PRIZE: The Resident Satisfaction Survey will be delivered to your e-mail* on Monday, April 6th. Residents who take this 5 minute survey will be registered to win great prizes including a Home Electronics package** if we get to a 50 percent response rate! The survey comes from CEL and Associates. Please add [email protected] to your list of 'f'\llowed Senders" in your e-mail. For more information or to update your current e-mail address, please contact your Community Office. HOME ELECTRONICS PACKAGE BIG PRIZES: $500 GIFT CARDS FAMILY 4 PACK OF TICKETS TO SIX FLAGS FIESTA TEXAS TICKET TO SCHLITTERBAHN WATERPARK $25 GIFT CARDS survey Will be sent to the email address prov1ded to our commun1ty office, to change or update th1s address please send the new address to [email protected] by no later than Wednesday, Apri120. In subJect l1ne type CHANGE MY EMAIL. Please note, the new ema11 address Will become your pr1mary address for Fort Hood commun1cat1ons **Fort Hood Will hold a draw1ng for a home electronics package when the total res1dent response rate reaches 50% or more. SURVEYS RECEIVED BETWEEN MONDAY, APRIL 6TH AND WEDNESDAY, MAY 6 ARE ELIGIBLE FOR PRIZE DRAWINGS. ENHANCING OUR COMMUNITY We are constantly looking for ways enhance your family's stay at Fort Hood. Here are some of the improvements we have made from your feedback in the past • Community Beautification: Free lawn care is provided to front and side of all homes. Free spring and fall garden items given away during post wide clean up. Fencing continues to be installed throughout the community. New siding, windows, and doors added to homes in Comanche I. Outdated playgrounds have been removed and been updated in select areas including benches near parks. • More than 4000 residents joined us for a phenomenal National Night Out. • Kids across the Great Place enjoyed the NFL Punt, Pass, and Kick. Community Gardens provided hundreds of dollars in savings by allowing residents to grow their own fruits and vegetables. • Fort Hood participates in Lemonade Day with over 450 kids registering to participate and hold lemonade stands throughout the community. • Productive Partnerships: The USO has brought us Mov1es on the Lawn, CYSS partners w1th us for NFL Fuel Up to Play 60, and we've enJOyed Lemonade Day w1th the help of the Exchange FHFH Recycle 50 March 2015 Recycle Monthly Average Pounds Per Home 71 Tons collected 40 Goal is 36 Pounds per Household 30 AVG Pounds per Household for MARCH 15 = 26 20 10 0 *Liberty Village has 35-gallon containers all other villages have 96-gallon containers Note - Walker Village is being demolished and has been removed from the slide Mr. Brian Dosa, IMHD-PW, [email protected], (254) 287-5500 1 FHFH Recycle/Trash Rate MARCH 2015 Recycle - VS - Trash to Landfill Average Per Home 125 100 20% 18% 17% 17% 15% 14% 14% 14% 75 50 71 tons recycled 434 tons to landfill 25 0 Mr. Brian Dosa, IMHD-PW, [email protected], (254) 287-5500 2 14% 12% 12% 9% Annual Full Scale Exercise 2015 Community Services Council 15 April 2015 Exercises Date: 20 May 2015 PHANTOM VIGILANCE Fort Hood, Local, State and Federal Mr. Mark Peterson, [email protected], 254-553-2782 (DSN 663) Exercise Concept Overview • Who: USAG Fort Hood (FH) conducts a partnership exercise with participation from III Corps, Partners in Excellence, and neighboring community agencies • What: A two day Exercise event at Fort Hood followed by AAR Day 1 – Full Scale Exercise (FSE) Response Phase Day 2 – Recovery Phase • Where: Fort Hood main cantonment area including 79th Street Access Control Point (ACP 21) 80th Street and Warehouse Avenue Kouma and Liberty Housing Areas 67th Street and Tank Destroyer Blvd (39000 block / barracks) • When: 20 May 2015 (Wednesday) at 0800 Start of Exercise End ~ 1630 hrs 20 May 2015 Mr. Mark Peterson, [email protected], 254-553-2782 (DSN 663) 2 Scenario – 20 May 2015 A Tornado in the Central Texas Region results in severe damage to Kouma, Liberty and 79th Street areas. The installation suffers significant damage and effects to include a train derailment, damage to critical infrastructures, loss of power, gas leaks, water outages, and disrupted network capabilities and damaged barracks. Mr. Mark Peterson, [email protected], 254-553-2782 (DSN 663) 3 During the Exercise Emergency response procedures 20 May 2015 During the exercise, the Fort Hood Mass Warning and Notification Systems will be used (all instructions will be preceded and followed by "EXERCISE, EXERCISE, EXERCISE“) Multiple incident sites with multiple casualty role players with mock injuries Expect traffic delays at 79th Street ACP and the ACPs at Liberty and Kouma Villages Role players with simulated injuries vicinity Kouma Village Emergency response vehicles at incident sites Units / Agencies activate Emergency Action Plan (EAP) / Shelter-in-Place (SIP) MASCAL response by local hospitals and Darnall HAZMAT response by Fort Hood Fire Dept and Burlington Northern – Santa Fe Railroad In the event of an actual emergency, exercise play will immediately halt and emergency personnel will respond accordingly Mr. Mark Peterson, [email protected], 254-553-2782 (DSN 663) 4 Exercise Site Locations Community Events Center (you are here) Main Gate 79th St (ACP 21) HWY 190 Liberty Village Kouma Village Mr. Mark Peterson, [email protected], 254-553-2782 (DSN 663) 5 Scenario Sites with ACP Manning Key Train Derailment Tornado Path ACP Manning @ Non-contiguous Housing Areas (Liberty / Kouma Villages) Site 3 27 Freeman Dining Facility Area 13 Site 2 79th Street Gate Area Train derailment Site 1 Liberty / Kouma Villages Mr. Mark Peterson, [email protected], 254-553-2782 (DSN 663) 6 Scenario Sites with Train Derailment Dimethylformamide (79th Street Gate/ACP 21) Key Train Derailment Tornado Path Site 3 Freeman Dining Facility Area Site 2 79th Street Gate Area Train derailment Site 1 Liberty / Kouma Villages Mr. Mark Peterson, [email protected], 254-553-2782 (DSN 663) 7 QUESTIONS Mr. Mark Peterson, [email protected], 254-553-2782 (DSN 663) 8 FORT HOOD, TX NETWORKING RECEPTION & HIRING FAIR MAY 11th| 6:30-8:30 pm club hood 24th street, ft hood, tx MAY 12th| 10am-1pm phantom warrior center 194 37th street, ft hood, tx Please join us for a catered networking recep-on sponsored by Starbucks geared towards military spouses, employers, and service organiza<ons. This event is free of cost. The event is open to all military spouses, including Ac<ve Duty, Guard, Reserve, Veteran, and Gold Star Spouses. Veterans & service members are welcome to a6end. Military spouses will have an opportunity to: • Network with local HR recruiters from large & small businesses, community leaders, and senior military spouses • Receive resume help in advance to hiring fair • Gain valuable career advice from industry professionals The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Founda<on, Hiring Our Heroes, La Quinta Inns & Suites, Starbucks, MWR and ACS present a free Military Spouse Hiring Fair. The event is open to all military spouses, including Ac<ve Duty, Guard, Reserve, Veteran, and Gold Star Spouses. Veterans & service members are welcome to a6end. Our hiring fair features: • Employers commiRed to hiring military spouses, including MSEP partners • Service organiza<ons offering military spouse career resources and tools to help with the job search • Resume help *Individuals requiring accommoda3ons due to medical disability, please contact Army Community Service Employment Readiness Program at 254-‐288-‐2089 hiringourheroes.org Find us online: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center Community Services Council Update April 15, 2015 COL Patricia Darnauer Commander UNCLASSIFIED/FOUO COMPLETELY SATISFIED APLSS, TRISS, ICE… improving the patient experience CRDAMC Updates Information and Upcoming Events Texas Ten Step Designation Behavioral Health Symposium Back to School Sports Physicals Tobacco Free Campus Initiative Unit Blood Drives (Robertson Blood Clinic) Employment Assistance for Military/Veteran Spouses & Dependents Career Counseling Resume Guidance/Review Interview Preparation Job Search Assistance For more information, call or email Your Family Career Advisor: Victoria Thompson (254) 526-1779 [email protected] 7h. CSC Agenda Document, 15APR15 WARRIOR WAY COMMISSARY $AVING$ MAY 1-3, 2015 9:00 A.M. TO 6:00 P.M. THE COMMISSARY – IT’S WORTH THE TRIP! BUILDING 85020, 10TH & WARRIOR WAY STREET, FORT HOOD, TX. 76544, PH 287-8025 ext. 3122 or 3999 CSC Supplemental Document, 15APR15 Fort Hood Community Information 15 APR 15 Community Services Council (CSC) Agenda Topics Mr. Michael Bush Directorate of Public Works (DPW) Fort Hood Family Housing Recycle Statistics Regional Water Shortage [email protected] FY15 Housing Recycle and Refuse Seventy-one (71) tons of recycled material was collected in March from the Fort Hood Housing areas. The average pounds per household material recycled was 26 lbs. The goal is 36 lbs. per household Four hundred thirty-four (434) tons of materials went to the landfill in March from the Fort Hood Housing areas For more information, please call (254) 287-5500. Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) CPL Elliott Harold [email protected] BOSS’ Mission: To enhance the quality of life and morale of single Soldiers, increase Soldier retention and sustain readiness BOSS Lounge is open Monday – Friday, 0900-2100, Saturday and Sunday 1200-2100. The lounge is available to single Soldiers, single Parents and Geo Bachelors. Monthly Events and Programming are available online at http://www.hoodmwr.com/BOSS/calendar.htm BOSS Headquarters is located in Bldg. 9212 (off of Old Ironsides and 20th Street). For more information, call (254) 287-6116 or (254) 290-2433. 1 Fort Hood Community Information Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security (DPTMS) Mr. Keith Gogas [email protected] Annual Full Scale Exercise WHO: Participants from III Corps, Partners in Excellence and neighboring community agencies WHAT: Annual Full Scale Exercise WHERE: Fort Hood main cantonment area including: 79th Street Access Control Point (ACP 21) 80th Street and Warehouse Avenue Kouma Village and Liberty Village Housing Areas 67th Street and Tank Destroyer Blvd (39000 block / barracks) WHEN: Wednesday, 20 May 15, 0800 Start of Exercise; End of Exercise, 1630 The emergency warning system (Mass Notifications System) will be utilized (preceded and followed by “EXERCISE, EXERCISE, EXERCISE”. Residents need not respond Multiple incident sites with multiple casualty role players with mock injuries Minimal impact to installation traffic is expected (exception 79th Street gate and Liberty/Kouma Access Control Points[ACP]) Non-contiguous Housing Area ACP Manning by Sponsored Units Emergency response vehicles will be at the incident sites Units and Agencies will activate Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and Shelter-in-Place (SIP) MASCAL response by local hospitals and Darnall HAZMAT response by Fort Hood Fire and BNSF For more information, call Mr. Mark Peterson at (254) 553-2782 or send an email to [email protected]. Plans, Analysis & Integration Office (PAIO) Mr. Jim Bondi [email protected] Post Wide Yard Sale Saturday, 18 Apr 15 0700 – 1400 All neighborhoods on Fort Hood For additional information, call your Community Life NCO or Community Office. To schedule a donation pick-up, call or text Ms. Tammy Clark at (254) 368-9294. 2 Fort Hood Community Information Army Community Service (ACS) Employment Readiness Branch (ERB) Mr. Harvey Dailey [email protected] Hiring Our Heroes® Military Spouse Program The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Hiring Our Heroes, and ACS present a free Networking Reception and Military Spouse Hiring Fair. The events are open to military spouses, including Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, Veteran and Gold Star Spouses. Veterans and service members are welcome to attend. Networking Reception Monday, 11 May 15 1830 - 2030 Club Hood, Bldg. 5764, 24th Street Hiring Fair Tuesday, 12 May 15 1000 - 1300 Phantom Warrior Center, Bldg. 194, 37th Street Job Seekers and employers register online at hiringourheroes.org. For more information, call ACS Employment Readiness Branch at (254) 288-2089. Operation Phantom Support www.operationphantomsupport.com Mr. John Valentine (254) 238-4409 Operation Phantom Support is a 501 (c) (3) Charity supporting those who provide us freedom and the community they live in. Programs SGT Leevon Ritter Support Your Troops Resale Center Operation Feed our Hero’s Food Pantry Operation Re-Supply (School) Operation Phantom Cakes Operation Welcome Home Operation Monkey Wrench Operation Green Ops Mission Connect For more information, call 254-449-7441 or e-mail [email protected] 3 Fort Hood Community Information Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center COL Patricia Darnauer [email protected] Behavioral Health Fair, 18 May 15 Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey (APLSS) Back to School Sports Physicals Tobacco Free Campus initiative For more information, go online to http://www.crdamc.amedd.army.mil/Default.aspx Ms. Victoria Thompson [email protected] Texas Veterans Commission Employment Assistance for Spouses/Dependents of Military/Veterans and Transitioning Service Members Monday – Friday 0730 – 1630 Central Texas College Main Campus 6200 West Central Texas Expressway, Killeen, TX, Building 111, Room 213 Appointments are required Services are free of charge For more information, call (254) 526-1779 or go online to www.tvc.state.tx.us/ 4 Fort Hood Community Information Staff Updates Inspector General (IG) www.hood.army.mil/corps.hotline.aspx The III Corps and Fort Hood IG Office is located in the Copeland Center, Room A211 - at the corner of T.J. Mills and Battalion Ave. Call (254) 287-7209 for assistance, Monday - Friday, 0900-1700. Go to http://www.hood.army.mil/corps.hotline.aspx for more info. Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center (CRDAMC) www.crdamc.amedd.army.mil/Default.aspx Nurse Advice Line The Nurse Advice Line is available 24 hours a day to provide information on urgent health issues, guidance for non-emergency situations, and instructions for self-care for minor injuries and illnesses and assistance with scheduling appointments. Tricare beneficiaries may speak to a registered nurse on the nurse advice line by calling 1-800-TRICARE (874-2273) Option 1 Access to Care Tricare Online – www.TRICAREONLINE.com Army Medicine Secure Messaging Service (AMSM) – sign up at your clinic today! Urgent Care Clinics – Tricare beneficiaries are not authorized non-emergent care from local Urgent Care Clinics (UCC) or Emergency Rooms (ER) Nurse Advice Line – (800) TRICARE, (874-2273) Appointments – www.TRICAREONLINE.com or Central Appointment Line (254) 288-8888 Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Support Group Tuesdays, 1000 - 1100, CRDAMC Chapel For those who have and are experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder and their caregivers For more information or to sign-up contact CRDAMC Department of Ministry and Pastoral Care at (254) 288-8849 or (254) 288-8850 Trauma Survivors Support Group Thursdays, 1400-1500, CRDAMC Chapel Trauma survivors and their caregivers are invited For more information or to sign-up contact CRDAMC Department of Ministry and Pastoral Care at (254) 288-8849 or (254) 288-8850 CRDAMC Behavioral Health Guide The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) provides outpatient and inpatient treatment and consultation related to the management and treatment of behavioral health issues and concerns. The DBH consists of behavioral health services provided at the Resilience & Restoration Center (R&R Center), the Department of Social Work (DSW), and the Hospital and Administrative Psychiatry Service. While not part of the Department of Behavioral Health, information regarding Fort Hood’s Resiliency Campus and Military One Source are also provided as part of this brochure. The CRDAMC Behavioral Health Guide is available at: http://www.crdamc.amedd.army.mil/behav-health/_files/BehavioralHealthGuide.pdf Dental Command (DENTAC) www.crdamc.amedd.army.mil/dental/ No update provided Public Affairs Office (PAO) www.hood.army.mil/paos.aspx Visit Fort Hood’s website at www.hood.army.mil and the Fort Hood Sentinel for community events. Visit TXDot.gov to view current road conditions on US Highway 190. 5 Fort Hood Community Information Staff Judge Advocate (SJA) www.hood.army.mil/corps.sja.aspx (254) 287-7901 (254) 287-3199 (254) 287-2509 (254) 287-2514 Visit our Facebook pages: Fort Hood Area Claims Office Fort Hood Legal Assistance Office Fort Hood Tax Center Visit our website at https://www.jagcnet.army.mil/iiicorps Directorate of Human Resources (DHR) www.hood.army.mil/dhr/ ID Card Appointments are available by calling (254) 553-4444 between 0800 and 1500 Logistics Readiness Center www.hood.army.mil/dol/ No update provided Network Enterprise Center (NEC) www.hood.army.mil/nec/ No update provided Mission and Installation Contracting Command – Fort Hood (MICC-FH) No update provided Directorate of Public Works (DPW) Fort Hood Family Housing Recycle Fort Hood Family Housing Refuse http://www.hood.army.mil/dpw Fort Hood Recycle Center Bldg. 4626 72nd Street (254) 287-2336 Hours: Monday-Friday and Second Saturday of each month from 0730 - 1130 & 1230 - 1630 www.facebook.com/FortHoodRecycle Plans, Analysis and Integration Office (PAIO) No update provided Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) https://www.facebook.com/FortHoodFD No update provided 6 Fort Hood Community Information Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization & Security (DPTMS) www.hood.army.mil/dptms/ Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization, and Security (DPTMS) Operations Security (OPSEC) Information Sheet As of 30 Mar 2015 Soldiers, Civilians and Family Members are encouraged to exercise care when posting information on social media sites. Information which may identify home addresses, travel plans, and bank/credit card account numbers should not be posted on these sites. Leaders are encouraged to promote OPSEC across the Greater Fort Hood community to protect Soldiers, Civilians and Family Members. A few OPSEC tips are listed below: Always protect your devices (phones, laptops, tablets) with a pin / password. Change passwords biannually using the AKO method and download virus protection. There’s an app for that! Download and use the Facebook Security Settings Guide at https://www.facebook.com/notes/facebooksecurity/ownyourspace-a-guide-to-facebook-security/10150261846610766 If you shop / bank from your phone, always use that company’s app, not the web browser. Read app permissions before you download (some apps want to imbed geotags). Turn off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when not in use. Machines running on Wi-Fi can be hacked (this includes game consoles and televisions). Avoid playing games on Facebook and ensure game apps are from trusted U.S. companies (games/apps can be used to hack stored information such as bank account or geotags). Avoid using stickers that show military affiliations (remove ERB / ORB off windows) and using stick figure decals on windshields, especially those with a parent in uniform. Do not throw away personally identifiable information (PII) or material marked For Official Use Only. These items should also be encrypted when emailing. Opt out of pre-approved credit cards offers that may be intercepted by nefarious characters by calling 1-888-5-OPTOUT. Do not throw these away! Avoid phishing attempts. Do not open emails from people you do not know. Watch for misspelling or grammar errors in emails. Do not click on suspicious links or provide PII (social security numbers, birthdates) to companies requesting information through email. Banks and credit card companies do not ask for PII over email. Remember if you see something...say something. Report all suspicious activity on Fort Hood to (254) 288-COPS or 911 POC: Carla Stamper, USAG, Fort Hood OPSEC Manager, (254) 285-5935, or [email protected]. 7 Fort Hood Community Information Resiliency Campus CPT Jason R. Norwood, (254) 285-5417 1SG Caesar Valdez, (254) 368-9103 Master Resiliency Trainer - Courses (MRT-C) – Class dates are Monday, 20 Apr 15 – Friday, 1 May 15 from 0800 - 1700. Spouses are welcome and encouraged to attend the MRT-C; enrollment information is maintained by each BDE Schools NCO. Applied Functional Fitness Center – Normal hours of operation are 0500-2000, Monday-Friday. Starting 1 Jan 15, the center will also open on Training Holidays, Saturdays and Sundays from 1000 to 1400. For more information, please call (254) 285-5693. III Corps and Fort Hood Chaplain’s Office www.hood.army.mil/corps.chaplain.aspx No update provided. Garrison Chaplain’s Office www.hood.army.mil/CHAPLAIN/ (254) 288-6545 Upcoming Events: Monday, 13 April 15, 1515 – 1630. Good News Club (child evangelism and fellowship) is starting at Duncan Elementary (the first school on Fort Hood to begin this club). The Good News Club is still looking for volunteers! POC: MSG Sayles @ [email protected] or (315) 313-2704 Saturday, 16 May 15 - Comanche Giveaway Bazaar - more information to follow. Donations accepted at Comanche Chapel. Contact Ms. Stacey Wilson at (254) 288-6549 The EXCHANGE https://www.shopmyexchange.com Upcoming Events: Thursday, 9 Apr 15, 1500-1900 – Motocross star Geoff Aaron at Clear Creek Main Store For more information, call (254) 532-7200 Thursday, 9 Apr 15, 1100-1400 – Grand Opening of Domino's at Warrior Way Specialty Store For more information, call (254) 532-4444 Friendly people and expert customer service is what makes the Exchange unique. Another rarity: we are a Family to both our associates and customers. Our associates are committed and proud, so if you’re someone who’s dedicated, hard-working and loves serving our military, then the Exchange is the right place for you. To join the Exchange team visit www.applymyexchange.com 8 Fort Hood Community Information DeCA Warrior Way Commissary Clear Creek Commissary www.commissaries.com Warrior Way Caselot Sale Friday, 1 May 15 – Sunday, 3 May 15, 0900 - 1800 Commissary Connection Newsletter: Stay connected with the latest news about your most valued benefit, Hot Links to additional savings, shopping sprees, contests, commissary promotions, events and more, go to www.commissaries.com/subscribe.cfm and subscribe Facebook: www.facebook.com/YourCommissary, DeCAs Facebook page where you can post comments, share news, photos and videos YouTube: To see DeCAs latest videos, visit www.youtube.com/DefenseCommissary Twitter: To see DeCAs latest “tweets”, visit www.twitter.com/YourCommissary Flickr: To see DeCAs latest photographs, visit http://www.flickr.com/photos/commissary/ Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) www.facebook.com/BOSSforthood www.hoodmwr.com/BOSS April Events: 10th: Pool tournament, 1300, BOSS HQ 10th: 3 on 3 basketball tournament, 0900, behind Abrams Gym 17th: Shopping trip to San Marcos, 0900 24th: Food Fear Factor, 1300 BOSS Lounge BOSS Lounge (9212 Old Ironsides Road) is now open 7 days a week: Monday - Friday from 0900 - 2100, Saturday and Sunday from 1200 - 2100 >FREE - Fresh Popcorn and Pepsi Products daily >9 Big Screen LED TV >Multiple Gaming systems: Xbox One, Playstation®4, Wii U >Free Wi-Fi >Relaxing environment over 10 La-Z-Boy couches >Pool tables, ping pong tables and outside patio 9 Fort Hood Community Information Directorate of Family & MWR www.HoodMWR.com Sunday 1 Mar 15 – 15 May 15 - Army Emergency Relief (AER) Campaign Provide outreach and the opportunity to raise funds for AER For more information, please contact (254) 288-2862 Thursday, 16 Apr 15 - Month of Military Child Block Party 1400 - 1800 Bronco Youth Center, Bldg. 6602 Tank Destroyer Boulevard Middle School /Teens For more Information call (254) 287-6745 Thursday, 16 Apr 15 – Month of the Military Child Teen Spring Fling 1430 - 1630 Open to 6th-12th grades Bronco Youth Center PS4 on the big screen, Disc Golf, Volleyball, Basketball, Talent Expo Thursday, 16 Apr 15 – Montague Youth Center Month of the Military Child Movie Night After sunset Free Open to all Montague Youth Center Hot dogs, drinks, popcorn and a Family movie will be offered on the lawn outside Friday, 17 Apr 15 - Fort Hood Family Housing Earth Day/Month of the Military Child Fest 1700 – 1900 Free Open to all Comanche III Community Center Come celebrate Earth day and the Month of the Military Child with the West Side Communities Puppet show, Face Painting, Petting Zoo, Bouncers, Girl/Boy Scout sign ups and fun Health Activities Friday, 17 Apr 15 – Youth Sports & Fitness Tennis Block Party Time to be determined Audie Murphy Middle School Children 5 - 18 years old Put your tennis skills to the test in this party atmosphere Free giveaways Saturday, 18 Apr 15 - Fort Hood Lifeguard Job Fair If you are looking for a lifeguard job or are interested in becoming a lifeguard, attend this job fair! The minimum age is 15 for hiring as a lifeguard and the minimum age for lead lifeguard is 18 1000 - 1400 Library Annex (Bldg. 3202) 72nd Street & 761st Tank Battalion Avenue Bring Your: Resume, Any Red Cross Certifications, DA3434 (if current/prior non-appropriated funds employee), and Orders (if spouse of active duty) For more information, please contact Abrams Pool at (254) 287-4648 or (254) 285-5942 10 Fort Hood Community Information Saturday, 18 Apr 15 - Bunny Hop 5k Run/Walk Race begins 0800 Abrams Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 23001, 62nd Street and Support Avenue On-site registration the day of the race from 0700 - 0800 or register online at HoodMWR.com Pre-Registration: $10 DoD ID Card Holders, $15 Non DoD ID Card Holders On Site Registration: $12 DoD ID Card Holders, $20 Non DoD ID Card Holders Overall male and female winners receive a trophy 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each age class receive a medal Open to all For more information, call (254) 287-0195 Wednesday, 22 Apr 15 - Volunteer of the Year Ceremony Ceremony to recognize and honor the many volunteers that assist and support our Army programs at Fort Hood throughout the year 1830 – 2100 Club Hood For more information, call (254) 287-2327 Wednesday, 22 Apr 15 - Ride 2 Recovery Ride 2 Recovery is produced by the Fitness Challenge, a (501C3) in partnership with the Military and VA Volunteer Service Office to benefit mental and physical rehabilitation programs for our country's wounded veterans and healing heroes that features cycling as the core activity. To improve the health and wellness of healing heroes worldwide by providing a life changing experience that can impact their lives forever. Ride 2 Recovery supports Spinning Recovery Labs and outdoor cycling programs at Military and VA locations around the U.S. to help injured veterans overcome obstacles they face Cycling is an important part of the recovery and rehabilitation program for two reasons: 1.) Cycling is an activity that almost all patients with mental and physical disabilities can participate. 2.) Participation in the Ride 2 Recovery Program helps speed up the recovery and rehabilitation process Ride 2 Recovery provides program events and site locations and designs and builds specially adapted bikes to suit injured veterans needs making it possible for almost any warrior to participate in the program, including quad amputees This year's challenge begins in Houston and ends seven days later in Arlington, TX Ride 2 Recovery will also make a special stop at Fort Hood on 22 Apr 15 Come out and help recognize and send-off Fort Hood Soldiers who are participating in the ride this year! All available Fort Hood Soldiers and Civilian employees are invited to support Ride 2 Recovery by participating in ceremony at III Corps Flag Pole at 0915 or lining the departure route beginning at the III Corps Headquarters traveling down Tank Destroyer Boulevard from 0910 - 1000 Thursday, Apr 15 – Fort Hood Family Housing Earth Day/Month of the Military Child Fest 1700 - 1900 Open to all Free Bronco Youth Center Come celebrate Earth day and the Month of the Military Child with the east side communities Bouncers, martial arts demonstration, music and more 11 Fort Hood Community Information Friday, 24 Apr 15 – Month of the Military Child Skate Night 1900 - 2300 Skating and Aerobics Center, Bldg 324, 37th Street All ages First 100 children of ACTIVE DUTY Soldiers will be admitted free (one child from each Family), all others $7 per person Parents must bring valid ID and sign children in, then they can skate the night away with games and lots of fun For questions or information please contact the Skate Center at (254) 287-5623 Friday, 24 Apr 15 – USO Fort Hood Month of the Military Child Movie on the Lawn - Big Hero 6 1800, Movie starts after dark Free Open to all III Corps Front Lawn Bring lawn chairs and blankets to watch a Family Friendly movie on the lawn Snack bar will serve complimentary popcorn, candy and drinks from 1930 – 2030 Friday, 24 Apr 15 - Phantom Warrior Scramble 12 pm shotgun start 1030 - 1145 on-site registration $35 per person with optional mulligan for an additional $5 per person Teams must consist of three players from the same division, directorate, battalion, brigade, company or branch Additional player may be whomever the team desires Open to all The Courses of Clear Creek (Battalion Avenue and Clear Creek Road, Bldg. 52381) For more information, call (254) 287-4130 Friday, 24 Apr 15 – BOSS Food Fear Factor Challenge 0900 BOSS Headquarters For more information, please call the Boss Headquarters at (254) 287-6116 Saturday, 25 Apr 15 – UFC 186 Watch Party Doors open at 1930 No cover charge Open to all 18 years of age and over Backbone Lounge, located inside Phantom Warrior Center, (37th Street, Bldg. 194) For more information, call (254) 532-5073 Monday, 27 Apr 15 – Monday, 4 May 15 - Military Lifeguard Training Course 0800 - 1700 Abrams Pool For more information, call (254) 287-4648 Friday, 1 May 15 – Sunday, 31 May 15 – Apache Arts and Crafts Decorative Painting Project (STRONG B.A.N.D.S) Apache Arts and Crafts Center (Bldg. 2337) 761st Tank Battalion and 62nd Street For more information, call (254) 285-5459 12 Fort Hood Community Information Friday, 1 May 15 – Sunday, 31 May 15 – Casey Memorial Library Storybook Walk (STRONG B.A.N.D.S) 0900 – 1000 Casey Memorial Library, Bldg. 3202, 72nd Street and 761st Tank Battalion Avenue For more information, call (254) 285-5459 Saturday, 2 May 15 - Relay for Life 1000 Shoemaker High School 3302 Clear Creek Rd All Participants For more information, call (254) 287-6745 Saturday, 2 May 15 - Boxing Watch Party: Mayweather vs. Pacquiao Come out to Backbone Lounge to see two of the best fighters in the history of boxing face each other, Mayweather vs. Pacquiao Mayweather and Pacquiao at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada Doors open at 1900 FREE Open to all 18 years of age and over Backbone Lounge is located inside Phantom Warrior Center, Bldg. 194, 37th Street For more information, call (254) 532-5073 Saturday, 9 May 15 - Fallen Not Forgotten Memorial Run, Cameron Field Open to All 0800 - 1200 Cameron Field Recreational 3k and 1-mile course free Competitive chip timed 10k and 5k run Pre-registration fee $10 DoD ID card holders, $15 non DoD id card holders (price includes t-shirt) Competitive chip timed 10k and 5k run pre-registration deadline April 25 (http://www.hoodmwr.com/running_fitness_calendar.htm) Competitive chip timed 10k and 5k run on-site registration fee $15 DoD ID card holders, $20 Non DoD ID card holders (price includes t-shirt) Free breakfast following the run, while supplies last T-shirts available for purchase on-site Unit participation free For additional information, please call 254-285-5459 or visit www.HoodMWR.com Sunday, 10 May 15 - Mother’s Day Brunch Come to Club Hood and treat Mom to something that tastes good Sunday, 10 May 15 at 1100 or 1330 $20.95 - adults, $7.50 - children (5-12 years of age ) and free - children (4 years and under) All Mothers receive beautiful carnations Carving Station: Top round of beef and Virginia baked ham Lunch: Honey glazed pineapple chicken, stuffed flounder, shrimp a ‘peel, red skinned mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese and fresh seasoned vegetables Breakfast: Scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon and hash browns and omelet and waffle stations Salad, dessert, mimosa and much more Club Hood (Bldg. 5764), 24th Street at Tank Destroyer Boulevard, near the Frank W. Mayborn Gate To RSVP and for more information, call (254) 532-5073 13 Fort Hood Community Information Monday, 11 May 15 – Hiring Our Heroes Career Fair – Social Network 1830 – 2030 Club Hood Military Spouses will have the opportunity to network with local HR recruiters; receive help in advance to the Hiring Fair and gain valuable career advice from industry professionals. Monday, 11 May 15 – Thursday, 14 May 15 – Military Lifeguard Training Course 0800 - 1700 1st Cav Pool For more information, call (254) 287-9430 Tuesday, 12 May 15 – Military Spouse Hiring Our Heroes Career Fair 1000 –1500 Phantom Warrior Center The event is open to all military spouses, including Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, Veterans and Gold Star Spouses. Wednesday, 13 May 15 – Yoga Gets Banded (STRONG B.A.N.D.S) 1130 – 1300 Applied Functional Fitness Center For more information, call (254) 285-5459 Saturday, 16 May 15 – Fishing Clinic Texas fishing license & Fort Hood Fishing Permit are required Free and open to the public Cantonment B Pond 0700 –1200 Demonstrations include: best setups and bait for Fort Hood ponds, cleaning & filleting fish For more information, call (254) 532-4552 Monday 18 May 15 – Tuesday, 19 May 15 - Supporting Military Children through School Transitions: Social Emotional (Day Two) 0830 – 1600 (lunch will be served) Location to be announced This training is open to area public, private, parochial, home school and Department of Defense counselors and other educators, installation and community leaders, transition specialists, and military parents, as well as other caring adults interested in learning more about and improving the education of military-connected children For more information, call the Child, Youth and School (CYSS) School Liaison Office at (254) 553-3341 May 18 – 22 - Military Lifeguard Training Course 0800 – 1700 1st Cav Pool For more information, call (254) 287-9430 May 19 - U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Town Hall Oveta Culp Hobby, Soldier and Family Readiness Center 0900 - 1200 For more information, call (254) 287-4471 Wednesday, 20 May 15- Saturday, 23 May 15 - Military Lifeguard Training Course 0800 – 1700 1st Cav Pool For more information, call (254) 287-9430 14 Fort Hood Community Information Wednesday, 20 May 15 - Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Empowerment Seminar “How the Pieces Come Together” 1000 -1200 Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier and Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 18000 The workshop is designed to empower parents in the special education process For more information, call (254) 287-6070 Thursday, 21 May 15 - Fort Hood Community Showcase Business expo for Fort Hood's Soldiers and Families The Fort Hood Community is invited to find out what the surrounding communities have to offer 1000 - 1330 Enter to win prizes Phantom Warrior Center located in Bldg. 194 on 37th Street The event is Family-friendly, free and open to all For more information, call (254) 532-5481 Thursday, 21 May 15 – Band of Spinsters (STRONG B.A.N.D.S.) 1830 – 1930 Abrams Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 23001 62nd Street at 761st Tank Battalion Avenue For more information, call (254) 285-5459 Thursday, 21 May 15 – Aquatics (STRONG B.A.N.D.S.) Project Aqua Zumba Pool Party 1300 - 1400 Abrams Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 23001 62nd Street at 761st Tank Battalion Avenue For more information, call (254) 285-5459 Saturday, 23 May 15 – UFC 187 Watch Party Doors open at 1930 No cover charge Open to all 18 years of age and over Backbone Lounge, located inside Phantom Warrior Center, (37th Street, Bldg. 194) For more information, call (254) 532-5073 Saturday, 23 May 15 - Two-Person Scramble 0900 shotgun start 0800 - 0845 on-site registration $50 per person - Lunch and Mulligan's included The Courses of Clear Creek is located in Bldg. 52381, Battalion Avenue at Clear Creek Road For more information, call (254) 287-4130 Friday, 29 May 15 - Phantom Warrior Scramble 1200 shotgun start 1030 - 1145 on-site registration $35 per person with optional mulligan for an additional $5 per person Teams must consist of three players from the same division, directorate, battalion, brigade, company or branch Additional player may be whomever the team desires Open to all The Courses of Clear Creek (Battalion Avenue and Clear Creek Road, Bldg. 52381) For more information, call (254) 287-4130 15 Fort Hood Community Information Friday, 29 May 15 - Laugh Right Laugh Comedy Tour Bill Bellamy Abrams Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 23001 62nd Street at 761st Tank Battalion Avenue Ticket price is $20 for DoD ID cardholders and $30 for non-DoD ID cardholders Comedian Bill Bellamy, star of the critically acclaimed Showtime special “Bill Bellamy's Ladies Night Out” comedy tour, is coming to Fort Hood for Memorial Day Weekend! Feature special guest act D’Lai Show starts at 1900 Doors open at 1730 Audience: 18 and over Tickets will be sold at Phantom Warrior Lanes, the Courses of Clear Creek, Sportsmen's Center, Sprocket Auto Crafts, and Leisure Travel Services For more information, please call the Fort Hood Family and MWR Special Events office at (254) 288-7835 Saturday, 30 May 15 - Spin and Zumba Luau Party (STRONG B.A.N.DS.) 0900 - 1100 Abrams Physical Fitness Center $5 for DoD ID card-holders and $8 for all others Open to all For more information, call (254) 285-5459 Connect with Family and MWR? HoodMWR.com Facebook.com/FortHoodFMWR Free app for that! Search for "Fort Hood MWR Time" in iTunes.com/Apps/FortHoodMWRTIME Subscribe to the free Hood Highlights, Fort Hood Family and MWR weekly newsletter To sign up for Hood Highlights, please email [email protected] 16 Fort Hood Community Information Agency Updates as of 15 APR 15 Ms. Gail Pierce [email protected] American Red Cross and Fort Hood Dental Command (DENTAC) 2015 Dental Apprentice Program Program is designed to provide individuals who have no prior dental experience or education a comprehensive training to work as a dental assistant Applications are due NLT 1600 on 15 May 15 – no exceptions Next Class starts Tuesday, 9 Sep 15 Class is limited in the number of participants Childcare is not reimbursed Participation in this program does not guarantee a job A certificate of completion will be presented upon completion of all course requirements - State licenses require further training Eligibility criteria: o Valid Military ID o Minimum of 18 years of age by application due date o Must have a High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) o Minimum of 1 year remaining in the Killeen/Fort Hood area o Red Cross Volunteer Additional pre-requisites must be met before beginning the program For more information, call (254) 287-0400 or e-mail [email protected]. 17 Fort Hood Community Information Army Community Service (ACS) (254) 287-4ACS http://hoodmwr.com/acs/ Army Emergency Relief (AER) Did You Know… …The Army’s Annual AER Campaign, conducted each Spring remains distinct from the Combined Federal Campaign for an important reason? The Combined Federal Campaign charges all organizations under its campaign umbrella an administrative fee of more than 10% of their total collection. Other reasons: The two-fold purpose of not only collecting funds for AER, but also educating Soldiers and Families on the assistance that AER can provide. The strong selling point that the Army takes care of its own. … Living beyond your means is a prescription for disaster? Does more than 25% of your take-home pay go to paying bills? Are you making only minimum payments on bills due? Are you taking out new loans to pay off old ones? Are you missing payments? Are you stalling one creditor to pay another? Are you having frequent family arguments over money? Do you really need that new TV, fancy watch or extra cup of fancy coffee? Financial counseling is available through your local ACS office. … Army Emergency Relief has its own APP for smart phones? The APP contains information about AER assistance and scholarships, as well as explaining the assistance process…and where to go to get assistance. The APP is available for both iPhones and Android phones. Apple App Store Google Play When you need help, call ACS Financial Readiness Branch at (254) 288-6868 or visit Army Emergency Relief in the Rivers Building, Bldg. 121 or on the Resiliency Campus, Bldg. 12020, Suite 400. Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) Issue Submission AFAP is the process in which we, the Army Family, have the opportunity to tell our leadership what is working well in the Army, what isn't, and what we think will fix the issue. By submitting your issues to AFAP, you shed light on the concerns you have with the quality of life within the Army and give leadership your ideas on how to resolve those issues. AFAP issues can be submitted to any AFAP Issue Submission box (located at various locations on post); at Lane Volunteer Center; Army Community Service; Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier & Family Readiness Center; faxed to (254) 288-3650, emailed to [email protected], or submitted online through www.myarmyonesource.com (AFAP Issue Management System). For additional information call the Fort Hood AFAP office at (254) 287-AFAP (2327) or (254) 286-6600. 18 Fort Hood Community Information ACS, Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Child Abuse Prevention Month (CAPM) – Apr 15 Theme: Children Deserve to be Protected. Know the Warning Signs. Help Stop Abuse Before it Happens. Infant Massage Classes Tuesday’s – 31 Mar 15, 7, 14 and 21 Apr 15 0930 – 1030 or 1700 – 1800 Parents with infants up to one year of age Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 18000 Registration required For more information, please call (254) 287-2286 Explore Learning & Play Every Wednesday 0930 – 1100 Bronco Youth Center, Bldg. 6602, Tank Destroyer Boulevard Parents with infants and children up to 36 months of age For more information, please call (254) 287-2286 “Together we CAN make a positive difference” Food Drive – 1-24 Apr 15 For drop off locations or more information, please call (254) 286-6774 Car Seat Inspections and Education Fridays – 10 and 24 Apr 15 By Appointment Parents will children up to 8 years of age Sprocket Auto Crafts, Bldg. 9138, 20th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue For an appointment or more information call (254) 287-6505 Bike Rodeo Saturday, 2 May 15 0900 – 1200 Open to all Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 18000 For more information, call (254) 287-6505 19 Fort Hood Community Information (254) 553-7719 ACS, Soldier and Family Assistance Center (SFAC) The ACS SFAC has a full staff of non-medical professionals to support Wounded Warriors in the Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES) The ACS SFAC team provides inclusive services using a personalized holistic approach for each Soldier to include financial advice, education counseling, crisis intervention, employment/career program, outreach initiatives, benefits/entitlements, and building resilience by teaching skills to cope with individual challenges Upcoming classes: Wednesday, 22 Apr 15, 0930 - 1100 - Art Studio Expression. Drawing classes open to Soldiers assigned to the WTU and in the IDES as well as their Spouses/Caregivers. Limited seating. Reservations required. To make a reservation or for more information, call (254) 553-7719 Tuesday, 28 Apr 15, 0900 - 1200 - Dress for Success for Spouses/Caregivers. Learn Career Communications, Interview Skills and how to Dress to Impress For more information, call (254) 287-0437 Wednesday, 29 Apr 15, 1330 - 1430 - Diploma Mills. Designed to inform participants about paying for degrees that are non-accredited and even worthless. For more information, call (254) 553-0973 Thursday, 22 May 15, 0900-1200 - Soldiers/Spouses in Transition Information Brief. Subject Matter Experts share information about programs and services that assist Soldiers become vital members of the Veteran community. For more information, call (254) 287-0437 Visit the ACS SFAC in Building 36051 on 62nd Street or call (254) 553-7719 for more information. Casey Memorial Library Ms. Jennifer Hauschildt (254) 287-2716 Story Time – Friday’s from 1000 to 1100 in the Library Annex, Room 156. Join us for stories, songs, crafts and more Paws for Reading Program – Children can sign up to read to a therapy dog. Sessions are twice each month. Call (254) 287-4921 for more information Central Texas College http://www.ctcd.edu For information, call (254) 526-1917, visit the CTC Fort Hood Campus Building 3201 or log onto http://www.ctcd.edu/locations/fort-hood-campus/ 20 Fort Hood Community Information Child, Youth & School Services (CYSS) Ms. Regina Martinez (254) 288-3189 http://www.hoodmwr.com/childandyouth.htm http://www.hoodmwr.com/cyss/sensations/index.html Month of the Military Child Family and MWR programs will hold special events and activities throughout April to honor Military Children and Youth in a month packed with awesome opportunities that include a super fun Flash Mob experience, arts and crafts, cook outs, skate parties, carnivals, lock-ins, block parties, story times, kids bingo, kids bowling, and much more! Check out the CYSS Face Book page at http://www.facebook.com/HoodCyss or pick up a Month of the Military Child Activity Brochure at any CYSS Facility or the Rivers Building. Don't let your Family miss out! Parent Central Services Your gateway to all CYS Services. The happy staff at Parent Central is always delighted to see you. Registration appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome Monday-Thursday, 0730-1530. Friday registrations are by appointment only from 0730 to 1200. For your added convenience, appointment or walk-in registrations are taken until 1630. For more information on any CYSS program or events, please call (254) 287-8029. Child Development Centers (CDC)/School Age Care (SAC) Activities Monday, 4 May 15, from 1600 - 1800, Montague School Age Care (SAC) invites you our lemonade stand. Children, grades 1st to 5th will have the opportunity to work together to create their version of the refreshing beverage. We will try the beverage and vote on the most refreshing glass of the day. Event is free to all registered CYSS patron. For more information, please contact Montague SAC at (254) 553-7662. Tuesday, 5 May 15, 1630 - 1730. Kouma Joint Use Child Development Center (CDC)/SAC Center hosts Cinco de Mayo Cooking Activity. Children and their parents we'll be chopping and mixing up some delicious guacamole in the Kouma Café. Parents and children will have a great time making their own dip to enjoy together with some chips and fun! Tuesday, 5 May 15, from 1630 - 1730. Muskogee SAC hosts Cinco de Mayo Celebration. Children, ages 6 to 10 (1st – 5th grade) will make personalized Cinco de Mayo arts and crafts, enjoy a piñata, and sample Mexican dishes. Fees are determined by category; Occasional care is $4 per hour, or five free hours/month open recreation for those not enrolled in the program. For more information, please contact Muskogee SAC at (254) 553-7706. Tuesday, 5 May 15, from 1630 - 1730, Join Montague SAC as we celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Children, grades 1st to 5th will have the opportunity to create a variety of craft and engage in games that celebrate the Mexican heritage and pride. Event is free to all registered CYSS patrons. For more information, please contact Montague SAC at (254) 553-7662. Thursday, 7 May 15, 1630 - 1730. Kouma Joint Use CDC/SAC Center hosts Muffins & Tea for Mom. Kouma Joint Use CDC/SAC Center will be treating our moms with some muffins and tea in honor of Mother's Day in the Kouma Café. Moms will have the opportunity to take a special photo with their child in our Mother's Day Photo Booth. Our children will have a special Mother's Day present to give to their special mom. Friday, 8 May 15, from 1500 - 1600, Join Montague SAC as we create Mother’s Day Cards. Children, grades 1st to 5th will have the opportunity to access the internet to create and design a card for the special lady in their lives. Event is free to all registered CYSS patrons. For more information, please contact Montague SAC at (254) 553-7662. 21 Fort Hood Community Information Thursday, 14 May 15, from 1600 - 1800. Muskogee SAC hosts Mother Son Dance. Children ages 6 to 10 (1st – 5th grade) and families will enjoy Muskogee’s annual Mother Son Dance – a special evening of dancing, a commemorative photo, light refreshments, and lasting memories. Fees are determined by category; Occasional care is $4 per hour, or five free hours/month open recreation for those not enrolled in the program. For more information, please contact Muskogee SAC at (254) 553-7706. Friday, 15 May 15, from 1630 – 1730. Who needs Pizza Hut or Dominos when you have the children of Montage SAC? In honor of Nation Pizza Party month children in 1st to 5th grade will have the opportunity to use a variety of ingredients make their very own pizzas. Event is free to all registered CYSS patrons. For more information, please contact Montague SAC at (254) 553-7662. Thursday, 28 May 15, from 1600 - 1730. Muskogee SAC hosts Combined SAC Graduation. Children, ages 6 to 10 (1st – 5th grade) and families are encouraged to come out and join us as we celebrate the achievements of our Fort Hood SAC 5th graders and proudly announce their rite of passage from school age to middle school. Fees are determined by category; Occasional care is $4 per hour, or five free hours/month open recreation for those not enrolled in the program. For more information, please contact Muskogee SAC at (254) 553-7706. Thursday, 28 May 15, 1630 - 1730. Kouma Joint Use CDC/SAC Center hosts Family Night: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration. Kouma Joint Use CDC/SAC Center will be celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month with fun kite craft in the Creative Hands Area and a Taekwondo class in the Fitness Zone 1 room. Come share in the fun activities and learn more about the Asian and Pacific Islander heritage. Youth Center Activities Saturday, 2 May 15, Relay For Life. Unite with us in being a part of the World’s Largest and most impactful event to help end Cancer. Walk with us as we celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost and work as a team to show our support to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life at Shoemaker High School in the fight against Cancer. Cost is TBA. This event is opened to CYSS registered teens in 6th-12th grade. For more information, call Bronco Youth Center at (254) 287-6745. Thursday, 7 May from 1730 - 1830. Come out and learn how a Snap Circuit Board works at Montague Youth Center! Youth will expand upon their knowledge of engineering, mathematics and technology. Activity is FREE to middle school and teens that are registered with CYSS. For more information, call Montague Youth Center at (254) 553-7662. Thursday, 7 May 15, from 1800 - 1930. High Chaparral Youth Center will be making Graphic Design Gift Bags. Youth will learn to use different computer programs to create a graphic design in order to personalize their gift bag. All materials are free, just bring your creativity. For more information, call (254) 287-5646. Saturday, 9 May15, 1300 - 1500. High Chaparral Youth Center will host “A Table fit for a Queen”. Youth are encouraged to bring that special lady out to enjoy a time of fun, food and fellowship. Let us show you how special you are. Event is free to all registered patrons. For more information, call (254) 287-5646. Monday, 11 May 15, 1830 - 1930. Stop by Montague Youth Center and join the Gourmet Cooking club and make Banana Muffins! Youth will get to make the dessert from start to finish! Activity is FREE to middle school and teens that are registered with CYSS. For more information, call Montague Youth Center at (254) 553-7662. 22 Fort Hood Community Information Friday, 15 May 15, 1300 - 0200. Attention all middle school and high school ballers, looking for a gym to come showcase your skills? Then come on down to the Bronco Youth Center for our Midnight Basketball Extravaganza. There will be a dunk contest, three point shoot out and 5 on 5 games with the winner staying on the courts. Put your teams together and come join in the fun. Refreshments will be served as well as music hammering the speakers. All participants must be registered with Child and Youth Services. Cost is Free. This event is opened to CYSS registered teens, in 6th-12th grade. For more information, call Bronco Youth Center at (254) 287-6745. Thursday, 21 May 15 from 1800 -1930. High Chaparral Youth Center will host all things photography in honor of “National Photo Month.” Youth will explore different techniques and settings on the camera to get the most quality pictures. For more information, call (254) 287-5646. Saturday, 23 May 15, ITT Technical Institute from 0900 - 1800. Join us as we go on a tour of the ITT Technical Institute and learn all about their programs and degree options. The youth will get the chance to see what this college has to offer, hands on experience and tour the programs/classes. Cost is Free. This event is opened to CYSS registered teens in 8th - 12th grade. For more information, call Bronco Youth Center at (254) 287-6745. The EDGE! Program Find out what it's like to be a cowboy/girl for a day! Youth will learn about horse safety, grooming, how to properly saddle a horse, eat out on the open range and ride horses like real cowboys do! The EDGE! Program & BLORA Stables are offering a "Wrangler Camp" for children and youth in 1st - 12th grade. Cost is $25 and youth must be registered with CYSS. For more information, contact the MWR Partnership Specialist at (254) 287-6573. Dates TBA. Learn the tips & tricks of skincare and cosmetology! Youth will learn the proper steps of skincare, basic glamour and beauty techniques. Classes are FREE and open to youth in 6th -12th grade, which are registered with CYSS. For more information, contact the MWR Partnership Specialist at (254) 287-6573. Show your artistic style and come paint with the rest! Fun, painting classes offered on a monthly basis for school-aged children that are registered with CYSS. Classes are $5.00. Dates are TBA. For more information, contact the MWR Partnership Specialist at (254) 287-6573. For more information, contact the MWR Partnership Specialist at (254) 287-8032. SKIESUnlimited Instructional Classes SKIESUnlimited offers Instructional Programming for children from 6 weeks old such as Kindermusik to 18 years old such as the Online Teen Driving Course. Classes offered include Gymnastics, Dance, Martial Arts, Piano, Guitar, Voice, Tumbling, Cheer, and Academic Tutoring. View our full selection of classes on our website at webtrac.mwr.army.mil or call for more information at (254) 287-4592. 23 Fort Hood Community Information HIRED! What: HIRED! Program is designed for 15-18 year olds in high school to obtain meaningful career and educational opportunities. Participants will receive valuable paid work experience and training to better equip each participant with the necessary skills needed for a highly-competitive job market. Who: All military-affiliated teens between the ages of 15 - 18 and in high school. When: The program is currently on hold but runs every twelve weeks year-round. Applications are currently being accepted. Don't Delay, Apply Today!!" For more information, call (254) 287-6573. Where: The applications can be obtained from all youth centers on post as well as the HIRED! Office located on 761st Tank Battalion in the Rivers Bldg (Bldg. 121) in room 149A. All participants will be able to work at various DFMWR placement site locations to include the bowling alley, youth centers and Apache Arts & Crafts. Why: The HIRED! Program is a great opportunity to get teens trained and geared-up for success! Youth Sports and Fitness For more information, please contact Youth Sports and Fitness at (254) 288-3770 or (254) 553-7661. CYSS Nurse Specialist Interested in registering your child/youth with CYSS, but they require medication and/or special accommodations? The CYSS Nurse, Sarah Santiago, RN-BSN, is here to help!! She is able to answer questions regarding shot requirements, health assessment/sports physical concerns, additional paperwork needed for certain diagnoses and much more. If you have a child that wants to participate, but are unsure how their specific need would be met, please don't hesitate to contact Sarah at (254) 5533988 or [email protected]. The CYSS Nurse is located in the River’s Building, Bldg. 121 and is here to answer questions and provide assistance to the children and Families of Fort Hood. School Liaison Office Have questions regarding schools? Visit your Fort Hood School Liaison Officers! We cover 8 school districts surrounding Fort Hood - Killeen, Copperas Cove, Belton, Lampasas, Florence, Gatesville, Temple and Salado Independent School Districts. Your SLOs are available to provide resources and information on various school related topics: • • • • • • • • • School Enrollment School Zones School Transfer High School Credit Transfers Homework Military Interstate Compact Impact Aid College Readiness Scholarship and more…. 24 Fort Hood Community Information Fort Hood Region Initiating Educational Networks and Developing Support Systems (FRIENDS) Initiative. The FRIENDS Initiative is designed to connect Military student leaders with the Fort Hood community in developing student centered solutions aimed at addressing transitional issues, while providing mentorship and leadership development. PURPOSE: -Plan upcoming FRIENDS meetings and activities for 2015 year -Discuss topics of interest and keynote speakers for the upcoming meetings -Plan dates which are conducive with the students' schedules -Discuss starting up FRIENDS clubs in the Middle School -Assigning ambassadors for the clubs -Select officers For more information, call (254) 288-2746 or (254) 553-3340 CYSS Likes YOU! Please “Like” us on the Fort Hood CYSS Facebook page to stay in the know on all things child, youth and school related. http://www.facebook.com/Hood.cyss Ms. Nieomi King Fort Hood Family Housing Lemonade Day [email protected] Lemonade Day Saturday, 2 May 15 and Sunday, 3 May 15 Lemonade Day is a free, community event that introduces youth to entrepreneurship Youth learn how to start, own and operate their own business - a lemonade stand With their profits, youth are taught to spend some, save some and give some back to their community Fort Hood National Bank and Fort Hood Family Housing are proud sponsors of the event Families can register now at www.forthood.lemonadeday.org, any Spring Fling event in March, Earth Day events in April or at any community office Note: Words and/or names that appear in blue are hyperlinks. For additions and/or corrections please contact: Army Community Service, Information & Referral, at (254) 553-1593 or [email protected] 25 Fort Hood Family and MWR Community Services Council (CSC) April 2015 As a special service, Hood Happenings magazine delivered with the Fort Hood Sentinel newspaper on the second Thursday of each month to Fort Hood residents. Want more Fort Hood Family and MWR content and information? Peruse the official website for Fort Hood Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation. Family and MWR encompasses Army Community Service (ACS); Child, Youth & School Services (CYSS); recreation; special events and much more! HoodMWR.com “Like" us on Facebook to get event and program information, pictures from events, videos, exclusive giveaways and all of your questions answered! 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April 16 - Month of Military Child Block Party 2 - 6 pm Bronco Youth Center Bldg. 6602 Tank Destroyer Boulevard Middle School /Teens For more Information call 254-287-6745 April 16 – Month of the Military Child Teen Spring Fling 2:30 - 4:30 pm Open to 6th-12th grades Bronco Youth Center PS4 on the big screen, Disc Golf, Volleyball, Basketball, Talent Expo April 16 – Montague Youth Center Month of the Military Child Movie Night After sunset Free Open to all Montague Youth Center Hot dogs, drinks, popcorn and a Family movie will be offered on the lawn outside April 17 - Fort Hood Family Housing Earth Day/Month of the Military Child Fest 5 - 7 pm Free Open to all Comanche III Community Center Come celebrate Earth day and the Month of the Military Child with the West Side Communities Puppet show, Face Painting, Petting Zoo, Bouncers, Girl/Boy Scout sign ups and fun Health Activities April 17 – Youth Sports & Fitness Tennis Block Party Time to be determined Audie Murphy Middle School Children 5-18 years old Put your tennis skills to the test in this party atmosphere Free giveaways April 18 – Month of the Military Child Bingo Doors open at 10 am, bingo begins at 11 am Children ages 2-10 years old Cost $5 per child 10 games of bingo will be played for toys as prizes Children will receive lunch. Community Events and Bingo Center (Clear Creek Road Bldg 50012, behind AAFES gas station) For more information, call 254-532-9253/9263 April 18 - Fort Hood Lifeguard Job Fair If you are looking for a lifeguard job or are interested in becoming a lifeguard, attend this job fair! 15 is the minimum age for hiring as a lifeguard and the minimum age for lead lifeguard is 18 10 am - 2 pm Library Annex (Bldg. 3202) 72nd Street & 761st Tank Battalion Avenue Bring Your: Resume, Any Red Cross Certifications, DA3434 (if current/prior non-appropriated funds employee), and Orders (if spouse if active duty) For more information, please contact Abrams Pool at 254-287-4648 or 254-285-5942 April 18 - Bunny Hop 5k Run/Walk Open to all Overall male and female winners receive a trophy 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each age class receive a medal On-site registration the day of the race from 7- 8 am or register online at HoodMWR.com Pre-Registration: $10 DoD ID Card Holders, $15 Non DoD ID Card Holders On Site Registration: $12 DoD ID Card Holders, $20 Non DoD ID Card Holders Race begins 8 am Harvey Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 31006, 73rd Street and Old Ironsides Avenue 254-285-5459 April 22 - Volunteer of the Year Ceremony Ceremony to recognize and honor the many volunteers that assist and support our Army programs at Fort Hood throughout the year 6:30 pm – 9 pm Club Hood 254-287-2327 April 22 - Ride 2 Recovery Ride 2 Recovery is produced by the Fitness Challenge, a (501C3) in partnership with the Military and VA Volunteer Service Office to benefit mental and physical rehabilitation programs for our country's wounded veterans and healing heroes that features cycling as the core activity. To improve the health and wellness of healing heroes worldwide by providing a life changing experience that can impact their lives forever. Ride 2 Recovery supports Spinning Recovery Labs and outdoor cycling programs at Military and VA locations around the U.S. to help injured veterans overcome obstacles they face. Cycling is an important part of the recovery and rehabilitation program for two reasons: 1.) Cycling is an activity that almost all patients with mental and physical disabilities can participate. 2.) Participation in the Ride 2 Recovery Program helps speed up the recovery and rehabilitation process. Ride 2 Recovery provides program events and site locations and designs and builds specially adapted bikes to suit injured veterans needs making it possible for almost any warrior to participate in the program, including quad amputees. This year's challenge begins in Houston and ends seven days later in Arlington, TX. Ride 2 Recovery will also make a special stop at Fort Hood on April 22 Come out and help recognize and send-off Fort Hood Soldiers who are participating in the ride this year! All available Fort Hood Soldiers and Civilian employees are invited to support Ride 2 Recovery by participating in ceremony at III Corps Flag Pole at 9:15 am or lining the departure route beginning at the III Corps Headquarters traveling down Tank Destroyer Boulevard from 9:10 - 10 am. April 23 – Fort Hood Family Housing Earth Day/Month of the Military Child Fest 5 - 7 pm Open to all Free Bronco Youth Center Come celebrate Earth day and the Month of the Military Child with the east side communities Bouncers, martial arts demonstration, music and more April 24 – Month of the Military Child Skate Night 7 - 11 pm Skating and Aerobics Center, Bldg 324, 37th Street All ages First 100 children of ACTIVE DUTY Soldiers will be admitted free (one child from each Family), all others $7 per person Parents must bring valid ID and sign children in, then they can skate the night away with games and lots of fun For Questions or information please contact the Skate Center at 254-287-5623 April 24 – USO Fort Hood Month of the Military Child Movie on the Lawn 6 pm, Movie starts after dark Free Open to all III Corps Front Lawn Bring lawn chairs and blankets to watch a Family Friendly movie on the lawn Snack bar will serve complimentary popcorn, candy and drinks from 7:30 - 8:30 pm April 24 - Phantom Warrior Scramble 12 pm shotgun start 10:30 - 11:45 am on-site registration $35 per person with optional mulligan for an additional $5 per person Teams must consist of three players from the same division, directorate, battalion, brigade, company or branch Additional player may be whomever the team desires Open to all The Courses of Clear Creek (Battalion Avenue and Clear Creek Road, Bldg. 52381) For more information, call 254-287-4130 April 24 – BOSS Food Fear Factor Challenge 9 am BOSS Headquarters For more information, please call the Boss Headquarters at 254-287-6116 April 25 – UFC 186 Watch Party Doors open at 7:30 pm No cover charge Open to all 18 years of age and over Backbone Lounge, located inside Phantom Warrior Center, (37th Street, Bldg. 194) For more information, call 254-532-5073 April 27- May 4 - Military Lifeguard Training Course 8 am - 5 pm Abrams Pool For details, please call 254-287-4648 May 1 – 31 – Apache Arts and Crafts Decorative Painting Project (STRONG B.A.N.D.S) Apache Arts and Crafts Center Bldg. 2337 761st Tank Battalion and 62nd Street 254-285-5459 May 1 – 31 – Casey Memorial Library Storybook Walk (STRONG B.A.N.D.S) 9 – 10 am Casey Memorial Library, Bldg. 3202, 72nd Street and 761st Tank Battalion Avenue 254-285-5459 May 2 - Relay for Life 10 am Shoemaker High School 3302 Clear Creek Rd All Participants For More Information call 254-287-6745 May 2 - Boxing Watch Party: Mayweather vs. Pacquiao Come out to Backbone Lounge to see two of the best fighters in the history of boxing face each other, Mayweather vs. Pacquiao Mayweather and Pacquiao at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada Doors open at 7 pm FREE Open to all 18 years of age and over Backbone Lounge is located inside Phantom Warrior Center, Bldg. 194, 37th Street For more information, call 254-532-5073 May 9 - Fallen Never Forgotten Memorial Run Open to All 8 am - 12 pm Cameron Field Recreational 3k and 1-mile course free Competitive chip timed 10k and 5k run pre-registration fee $10 DoD ID card holders, $15 non DoD id card holders (price includes t-shirt) Competitive chip timed 10k and 5k run pre-registration deadline April 25 (http://www.hoodmwr.com/running_fitness_calendar.htm) Competitive chip timed 10k and 5k run on-site registration fee $15 DoD ID card holders, $20 Non DoD ID card holders (price includes t-shirt) Free breakfast following the run, while supplies last T-shirts available for purchase on-site Unit participation free For additional information, please call 254-285-5459 or visit HoodMWR.com May 10 - Mother’s Day Brunch Come to Club Hood and treat Mom to something that tastes good Sunday, May 10 at 11 am or 1:30 pm $20.95 - adults, $7.50 - children (5-12 years of age ) and free - children (4 years and under) All Mothers receive beautiful carnations Carving Station: Top round of beef and Virginia baked ham Lunch: Honey glazed pineapple chicken, stuffed flounder, shrimp a ‘peel, red skinned mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese and fresh seasoned vegetables Breakfast: Scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon and hash browns and omelet and waffle stations Salad, dessert, mimosa and much more Club Hood, Bldg. 5764 24th Street at Tank Destroyer Boulevard, near the Frank W. Mayborn Gate To RSVP and for more information, call 254-532-5073 May 11 – Hiring Our Heroes Career Fair – Social Network 6 –8 pm Club Hood Military Spouses will have the opportunity to network with local Hr recruiters, and receive help in advance to the hiring fair, and gain valuable career advice from industry professional. May 11-14 - Military Lifeguard Training Course 8 am - 5 pm 1st Cav Pool For details, please call 254-287-9430 May 12 – Military Spouse Hiring Our Heroes Career Fair 10 am –3 pm Phantom Warrior Center The event is open to all military spouses, including Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, Veterans and Gold Star Spouses. May 13 – Yoga Gets Banded (STRONG B.A.N.D.S) 11:30 am – 1 pm Applied Functional Fitness Center 254-285-5459 May 16 – Fishing Clinic Texas fishing license & Fort Hood Fishing Permit required Free and open to the public Cantonment B Pond 7 am to 12 pm Demonstrations include: best setups and bait for Fort Hood ponds, cleaning & filleting fish 254-532-4552 May 18-19 - Supporting Military Children through School Transitions: Social Emotional (Day Two) 8:30 – 4 pm (lunch will be served) Location to be announced This training is open to area public, private, parochial, and home school and Department of Defense counselors and other educators, installation and community leaders, transition specialists, and military parents, as well as other caring adults interested in learning more about and improving the education of military-connected children For more information, call School Liaison Office 254-553-3341 May 18 – 22 - Military Lifeguard Training Course 8 am - 5 pm 1st Cav Pool For details, please call 254-287-9430 May 19 - U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Town Hall Oveta Culp Hobby, Soldier and Family Readiness Center 9 am - 12 pm 254-287-4471 May 20-23 - Military Lifeguard Training Course 8 am - 5 pm 1st Cav Pool For details, please call 254-287-9430 May 20 - Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Empowerment Seminar “How the Pieces Come Together” 10 am -12 pm at Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier and Family Readiness Center The workshop is designed to empower parents in the special education process 254-287-6070 May 21 - Fort Hood Community Showcase Business expo for Fort Hood's Soldiers and Families The Fort Hood Community is invited to find out what the surrounding communities have to offer 10 am - 1:30 pm Enter to win prizes Phantom Warrior Center located in Bldg. 194 on 37th Street The event is Family-friendly, free and open to all To learn more, please call 254-532-5481 May 21 – Band of Spinsters (STRONG B.A.N.D.S.) 6:30 – 7:30 pm Abrams Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 23001 62nd Street at 761st Tank Battalion Avenue 254-285-5459 May 21 – Aquatics (STRONG B.A.N.D.S.) Project Aqua Zumba Pool Party 1 – 2 pm Abrams Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 23001 62nd Street at 761st Tank Battalion Avenue 254-285-5459 May 23 – UFC 187 Watch Party Doors open at 7:30 pm No cover charge Open to all 18 years of age and over Backbone Lounge, located inside Phantom Warrior Center, (37th Street, Bldg. 194) For more information, call 254-532-5073 May 23 - Two-Person Scramble 9 am shotgun start 8 - 8:45 am on-site registration $50 per person - Lunch and Mulligan's included The Courses of Clear Creek is located in Bldg. 52381, Battalion Avenue at Clear Creek Road For additional information, please call 254-287-4130 May 29 - Phantom Warrior Scramble 12 pm shotgun start 10:30 - 11:45 am on-site registration $35 per person with optional mulligan for an additional $5 per person Teams must consist of three players from the same division, directorate, battalion, brigade, company or branch Additional player may be whomever the team desires Open to all The Courses of Clear Creek (Battalion Avenue and Clear Creek Road, Bldg. 52381) For more information, call 254-287-4130 May 29 - Laugh Right Laugh Comedy Tour Bill Bellamy Abrams Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 23001 62nd Street at 761st Tank Battalion Avenue Ticket price is $20 for DOD ID cardholders and $30 for non-DOD ID cardholders Comedian Bill Bellamy, star of the critically acclaimed Showtime special Bill Bellamy's Ladies Night Out comedy tour, is coming to Fort Hood for Memorial Day Weekend! Feature special guest act D’Lai Show starts at 7 pm Doors open at 5:30 pm Audience: 18 and over Tickets will be sold at Phantom Warrior Lanes, the Courses of Clear Creek, Sportsmen's Center, Sprocket Auto Crafts, and Leisure Travel Services For more information, please call the Fort Hood Family and MWR Special Events office at 254-288-7835 May 30 - Spin and Zumba Luau Party (STRONG B.A.N.DS.) 9-11 am Abrams Physical Fitness Center $5 for DOD ID card-holders and $8 for all others Open to all 254-285-5459 June 4 - End of School Pool Party 8 – 11 pm Pool – Comanche Youth Center Pool Tank Destroyer Boulevard Middle School/Teens For More Information call 254-553-7662 June 1-11 - Adult Swim Lessons 6 - 6:45 pm Martin Pool For details, please call 254-287-9430 June 5 - Garrison Commander’s Tournament 12 pm shotgun start 10:30 - 11:45 am on-site registration $40 per person with optional mulligan for an additional $5 per person Open to all The Courses of Clear Creek (Battalion Avenue and Clear Creek Road, Bldg. 52381) For more information, call 254-287-4130 June 6 - 7 - Water Fest Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area hosts its annual Water Fest, June 6 and 7 Event open from 10 am - 6 pm Featured activities will include petting zoo, drowned rat race, kayak pool, paddleboats (pending water levels), slide down the waterslide, kids’ wash, inflatables, 21” Slide-n-Slip and more… $6 gate fee, per vehicle/per day Open to the public Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area is located on North Nolan Road, approximately 10 miles from East Range Road Access to the park is also possible from FM 439 and Sparta Road For additional information, call 254-287-4907 June 6 - Boot Camp Fitness 9-11 am $5 for DOD ID card-holders and $8 for all others Abrams Physical Fitness Center Open to all 254-285-5459 Club Hood Professionally trained catering staff bring many years of experience to the table and stand ready to assist with all your catering needs, as well as offer suggestions about room rental accommodations and decorations Kitchen-prepared cuisine prepared to please all palates Customizable menu and decoration packages to fit particular needs and budget Catering office open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4:30 pm Club Hood is located at Bldg. 5764, 24th Street and Tank Destroyer Boulevard To learn of the possibilities, call 254-532-5329 Backbone Lounge Located inside of the Phantom Warrior Center Free and open to Non-Commissioned Officers, Corporals or higher and their guests and the civilian community 18 years of age and older 14 flat panel 42” TVs for your viewing pleasure Open Thursdays, 3 - 8 pm and Fridays, 4:30 - 9 pm Phantom Warrior Center, Bldg. 194, 37th Street For more information, call 254-532-5073 Legends Pub Offers Officers, civilians and their guests a place to relax and enjoy camaraderie No membership required and the facility is complete with bar service, new patio decks and outdoor TV’s Open Thursday, 3 - 8 pm and Friday, 4:30 - 9 pm Located at 24th Street and Tank Destroyer Boulevard, next to Club Hood For more information, call 254-287-5215 Java Café Java Café proudly serves Starbucks® products, muffins, sweet treats, warm beverages and chilled refreshments Let us treat you on your birthday - simply present a valid ID on your birthday and receive a free beverage, valued up to $3 The convenient drive-through facility also boasts a charming outdoor seating area as well as a walk-up service window Java Café is located at the Rivers Building parking lot, on the corner of T.J. Mills Boulevard and 761st Tank Battalion Avenue Open Monday – Friday, from 7 am – 2 pm For additional information, please call 254-287-2129 Chili’s Grill and Bar Serves all of your favorites, such as burgers, steaks, fajitas, quesadillas and more The restaurant offers a Family-friendly atmosphere, as well as a “Fast and Easy” take-out option Located at the corner of T.J. Mills Boulevard and 761st Tank Battalion Avenue Chili’s is open every day from 10:30 am - 10 pm For more information, call 254-526-7271 Leisure Travel Services Discount trips, tickets and savings at your fingertips! The Military Ticket Voucher program offers savings at various hotels Visit LTS to make your reservations Amusement park passes and tickets LTS is now a ticketmaster® outlet. Tickets for museums, concerts, Disney World, destination travel and much more Great day trips coordinated for you 761st Tank Battalion Avenue, Bldg. 136, next to Military Clothing Sales Check out our ticket prices, available at HoodMWR.com/LTS For more information, call 254-287-7310 Community Events and Bingo Center Cash prizes! Over $3,700 paid out daily One jackpot starts at $10,000, another at $3,000 and another starts with a percent of the first days play Special games offered throughout the year Progressive game numbers go up weekly Computer handsets available Monitors display the last ball called Private party and function rooms available Tuesday – Saturday, doors open at 5 pm, Bingo from 6:30 - 9 pm Sunday, doors open at 12 pm, Bingo from 1:30 - 4 pm Clear Creek Road, Bldg 50012, behind AAFES gas station For More information, call 254-532-9253 or 254-532-9263 Phantom Warrior Lanes Phantom Warrior Lanes is truly a “Great Place”, providing Fort Hood with an amazing facility to partake in fun, food and games for more than a decade years The state-of-the-art facility boasts 48 lanes, 42” flat screen automatic scoring displays and automated pop-up bumpers Monthly Bowling tournaments, specials, event accommodations and league bowling Full service Pro Shop and Strike Zone snack bar Two rooms filled with arcade machines, in addition to billiards, Wi-Fi and iBingo Open to all DoD ID-card holders and their guests Phantom Warrior Lanes is located on Clear Creek Road at Santa Fe Avenue, Bldg. 49010 For more information, call 254-287-3424 The Courses of Clear Creek Did you know that E-1 through E-5 receive a discounted rate at the Courses of Clear Creek? Four sets of golfer-friendly tees, for all playing categories and player abilities Large driving range, practice greens and enhanced short-game area Club and cart rentals Lessons with golf professionals Come stop by the Courses of Clear Creek Snack Bar Lunch served daily from 10 am to 2 pm and is open on weekends, holidays and training holidays from 6 am to 4 pm. Merchandised pro-shop The Courses of Clear Creek, located on Battalion Avenue west of Clear Creek Road For more information, call 254-287-4130 or stop by Sprocket Auto Crafts Center Basic vehicle maintenance class the second Saturday of each month, $8 fee Self auto repair, oil repair Texas state inspections Wednesday - Friday, 9 am - 8 pm, Saturday - Sunday, 9 am - 4:30 pm Participants must be authorized Family and MWR users Sprocket Auto Crafts, Bldg. 9138 at 20th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue For more information, call 254-287-2725 Apache Arts & Crafts Center Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm; Closed Sunday, Monday and Holidays Multiple classes from wheel throwing to framing to jewelry Screen printing press for all of your unit or FRG shirt needs Framing and plaque department Embroidery department for guidons, ball caps and more Ceramic department for gifts, home décor and more Amazing discounts Wood shop closed for repairs. Estimated re-opening date is January 2015 Soldiers’ Resiliency Art Room For more information about these classes and more, call 254-287-0343 Resiliency Art Room (Apache Arts & Crafts Center) The Resiliency Art Room offers a quiet area with all the art materials (pens, pencils, markers, paints, chalks, clays, beads, feathers, buttons, yarns, thread and all types of paper) for Active Duty Soldiers to create whatever comes to mind There will be no instructors, no set projects to make and no interference from anyone, just a quiet room to sit and relax and/or create Soldiers may take their work with them or leave it at the center to be displayed and provide inspiration for others that use the facility Soldiers will be asked sign in at the Apache Arts and Crafts sales store prior to usage The Resiliency Art Room is open Tuesday - Friday from 10 am - 5 pm Apache Arts and Crafts, Bldg. 2337, corner of 62nd Street and 761st Tank Battalion Avenue For more information, call 254-287-0343 Outdoor Recreation Permits All patrons engaging in authorized outdoor recreational activities in Fort Hood training areas must obtain a Fort Hood Permit prior to patronage Authorized outdoor recreational activities include but are not limited to: hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, bird watching, designated ATV Area and horseback riding For a complete list of authorized activities and requirements, please contact the Sportsmen's Center located in Bldg. 1937 at Rod and Gun Club Loop off Murphy Road, 254-532-4552 In addition, customers utilizing Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area (BLORA) horseback riding and mountain biking are required to check-in at BLORA’s Admin Office prior BLORA is located on North Nolan Road; BLORA’s Admin Office is located just beyond the park entrance For more information, call 254-287-2523 Sportsmen's Center The Sportsmen's Center encourages and furthers the interest in hunting, fishing and other outdoor recreation activities The facility is devoted to the conservation and presentation of wildlife, their habitats and environment, the sports of hunting, fishing and archery and recreational skeet, trap or other target shooting The club offers a gathering place for outdoor enthusiasts, complete with snack bar, pro shop, hunt control office and skeet range The Sportsmen's Center also consists of a playground, picnic areas and event space The facility is open to all and located on Rod and Gun Club Loop, 53rd Street and Murphy Road, Bldg. 1937 For more information, call 254-532-4552 or 254-287-5847 Recreation Equipment Checkout Come in and check out our original entertainment items for your next party 16’ flat-bottom boat with 25 hp motor and trailer Toddler inflatable - Jungle Fun One-on-One Touchdown (Bungee-type of inflatable) Campers/Boats Cyber Spin Recreation Equipment Checkout, Clear Creek Road, Bldg. 4930 For more information, call 254-287-4126 BLORA Marina BLORA Marina and offering complete boat rental operations at Recreation Equipment Checkout (REC), and the rental of kayaks and boat slips at the BLORA Admin Office Patrons may call 254-287-4126 or come to Recreation Equipment Checkout, Bldg. 4930 on Clear Creek Road, across from the Clear Creek PX to obtain more information on rental opportunities BLORA Paintball Course Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area Paintball Course is available for use! Open: Sat. & Sun. and some holidays 10 am - 6 pm Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day Four new fields - Dual it out at the old Sparta Western town and capture the Indian Chief at Camp Cove, take the Labyrinth Bridge, get lost in the urban sprawl of Urban Warfare or get an adrenaline rush on the Speedball course $25 per person with personal gun, hopper & facemask, includes 500 rounds of paint, all day air or CO2 $30 per person cost for gun, facemask & hopper rental plus 500 rounds, includes all day air or C02 Paintball membership now available: $100 – Annual or $60 – 6 Month includes field use, equipment rental & all day air (paintballs not included), non-refundable, not valid for special events and tournaments Group rates available Open to the public Participants must be at least 10 years of age (with guardian signature) For additional information, call 254-287-2523 BLORA Trail Rides Horse Rides - $20 per person, per hour Pony Rides - $5 per 20-minute session (11 years of age or under) Open Wednesday - Sunday* Open to the public PLEASE NOTE: Each Sunday BLORA Ranch does not open until 3 pm Advanced reservations are requested and can be made at 254-287-2523 BLORA Mountain Bike Trails The BLORA Mountain Bike Trails are for any level of rider, ranging from novice to experienced Bring your own bike and helmet or rent one of ours Riders under the age of 18 require adult supervision Mountain Bike Trails are located off Cottage Road Authorized Family and MWR patrons - FREE General Public - $3 Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area is located on North Nolan Road (Sparta Road) approximately 10 miles from East Range Road (access to the park is also possible from FM 439 and Sparta Road) After enjoying the BLORA Mountain Bike Trails, do not forget to clear the trail head by heading over to the registration office or by calling 254-287-2523 BLORA Archery Range 32 Archery shooting stations located throughout natural terrain Bring your own bow Field points only Shooters under the age of 16 require adult supervision Designed to accommodate 3D archery shooters Authorized Family and MWR users - FREE General Public - $3 Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area is located on North Nolan Road (Sparta Road) approximately 10 miles from East Range Road (access to the park is also possible from FM 439 and Sparta Road) After enjoying the BLORA Archery Range, do not forget to clear the range by heading over to the registration office or by calling 254-287-2523 Abrams Physical Fitness Center Bldg. 23001 62nd Street, at Support Avenue Monday - Friday, 5 am - 9 pm Weekends and Training Holidays, 8 am - 7 pm Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day 64,000 square – foot complete fitness center Includes both workout and leisure space Cardio room with steppers, stationary bikes and cross trainers Circuit training areas for total body workout multi-station equipment to assist with rehabilitation Two outdoor volleyball courts Three outdoor basketball courts Four indoor basketball courts Four racquetball courts with observation decks Eight lane, 25- meter indoor pool For more information, call 254-287-2016 Burba Physical Fitness Center Bldg. 9301, 19th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue Monday - Friday, 5 am - 9 pm Saturday and Sunday, 8 am - 5 pm Training Holidays, 8 am - 7 pm Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day Cardio/ Strength Fitness Center For more information, call 254-287-8298 Harvey Functional Fitness Center Bldg. 31006, 73rd Street and Old Ironsides Avenue Monday - Friday, 5 am - 9 pm Saturday and Sunday, 8 am - 5 pm Training Holidays, 8 am - 7 pm Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day For more information, call 254-287-0195 West Fort Hood Physical Fitness Center Bldg. 90007, Clarke Road Monday - Friday, 5 am - 9 pm Saturday and Sunday, 8 am - 5 pm Training Holidays, 8 am - 7 pm Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day Multi-Purpose Fitness Center For more information, call 254-553-2010 Kieschnick Physical Fitness Center Bldg. 39008, 72nd Street and Support Avenue Monday - Friday, 6 am - 8 pm Saturday and Sunday, Closed Training Holidays, Closed Combatives Fitness Center For more information, call 254-287-5493 Applied Functional Fitness Center Bldg. 12018, 33rd Street and Old Ironsides Avenue Monday - Friday, 5 am - 8 pm Saturday, 10 am - 2 pm Sundays and Holidays, Closed Training Holidays: 10 am - 2 pm Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day For more information, call 254-287-5586 North Fort Hood Physical Fitness and Recreation Center 12th Street, Bldg. 56480 Monday - Sunday, 8:30 am - 10 pm Strength Training/Cardio For more information, call 254-288-0111 Grey Wolf Physical Fitness Center Bldg. 24006, 58th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue Monday - Friday, 5 am - 9 pm Saturday and Sunday, Closed Training Holidays, 8 am - 7 pm Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day Cardio/Strength Fitness Center For more information, call 254-287-0194 Iron Horse Physical Fitness Center (CLOSED FOR USE AS A SRP SITE) Bldg. 37017, 77th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue For more information, call 254-287-4380 Starker Functional Fitness Center Bldg. 87010, 16th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue Monday - Friday, 5 am - 9 pm Saturday and Sunday, Closed Training Holidays, 8 am - 7 pm Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day For more information, call 254-287-9639 Aerobics and Skating Center - Aerobics Classes include Step, Cardio Kickboxing, Hi/Lo Cardio, Gliding, Piloga, Zumba or 20/20/20 The cost is $25 per month or $3 per session Swing Out Dance Class - $20 per month or $6 per class, Tuesdays 7 pm (Ages 18 years old and older) The Aerobics and Skate Center, Bldg. 324 is located on 37th Street For more information, call 254-287-5623 Health Promotions Aerobics and Skating Center - Skating Friday Open Skate 5 pm - 12 am, $5 per person Saturday Open Skate, 1 - 5 pm, $5 per person Rental - $225 for three hours Party rooms for birthdays, meetings or Family gatherings Located on 37th Street, Bldg. 324 For more information, call 254-287-5623 Fort Hood Hell on Wheels Roller Derby Recreation League Learn how to play the fastest growing female sport in America Monday and Wednesday practices from 7 – 10 pm Open to female DoD ID-Card holders ages 15 and older (Skaters under age 18 must have guardian present at all times) Free Skaters must possess their own equipment (helmet, skates, wrist guards, knee pads, elbow pads, mouth guard) Health Promotions Aerobics and Skating Center (37th Street, Bldg. 324) For more information, call 254-285-5372 Yoga Classes Yoga: Mondays and Wednesdays; 11:45 am - 12:45 pm and 5:30 - 6:30 pm Beginners’ Yoga: Thursdays, 11:45 am - 12:45 pm Classes held at Applied Fitness Center, Bldg. 12018, 33rd Street at Old Ironsides Avenue (254-287-5586) $3 per class (1 visit), $6.25 weekly (5 visits), $12.50 bi-weekly (10 visits) or for $25 per month (20 visits) Purchase classes on www.hoodmwr.com or at one of the following convenient locations on post: Leisure Travel Services, Apache Arts and Crafts Center, Sprocket Auto Crafts Center, Recreation Equipment Checkout Center, Sportsmen’s Center or on-site at the event/class location. For class locations and schedules and for more information call 254-553-2710 or visit www.hoodmwr.com Classes subject to change Space available on a first come first served basis Class passes expire 90 days after date of purchase Zumba Classes Join in on the fitness craze sweeping the nation Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11:45 am - 12:45 pm at Abrams Physical Fitness Center Tuesday and Thursday from 1 - 2 pm, 6:30 - 7:30 pm at Applied Functional Fitness Center Wednesday, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, Grey Wolf Physical Fitness Center Wednesday, 6 - 7 pm, West Fort Hood Physical Fitness Center $3 per class (1 visit), $6.25 weekly (5 visits), $12.50 bi-weekly (10 visits) or for $25 per month (20 visits) Purchase classes on www.hoodmwr.com or at one of the following convenient locations on post: Leisure Travel Services, Apache Arts and Crafts Center, Sprocket Auto Crafts Center, Recreation Equipment Checkout Center, Sportsmen’s Center or on-site at the event/class location. For class locations and schedules and for more information call 254-553-2710/254-285-5459 or visit www.hoodmwr.com Classes subject to change and open to all authorized Family and MWR authorized users Space available on a first come first served basis Class passes expire 90 days after date of purchase Spin Classes Spin your way to fitness with free spin classes Monday - Friday from 12 – 1 pm Monday - Thursday from 5:30 - 6:30 pm $3 per class (1 visit), $6.25 weekly (5 visits), $12.50 bi-weekly (10 visits) or for $25 per month (20 visits) Purchase classes on www.hoodmwr.com or at one of the following convenient locations on post: Leisure Travel Services, Apache Arts and Crafts Center, Sprocket Auto Crafts Center, Recreation Equipment Checkout Center, Sportsmen’s Center or on-site at the event/class location. For class locations and schedules and for more information call 254-553-2710/254-285-5459 or visit www.hoodmwr.com Classes subject to change and open to all authorized Family and MWR authorized users Space available on a first come first served basis Class passes expire 90 days after date of purchase SKIESUnlimited Academy Instructors Needed Want to share your special skills or experience with children and youth? Want to earn extra money? SKIESUnlimited Academy is seeking quality instructors for all of its 4 schools: The School of Arts (Music, Theatre, etc.), School of Sports (Karate, Gymnastic, etc.), School of Life Skills (Sewing, Cooking, etc.), and School of Academic Skills (Tutoring) For more information please call the SKIESUnlimited Academy office at 254-287-4592 Youth Hired! Apprenticeship Program Don’t just get a job - lay the foundation for a career Real world career experience at numerous facilities across Fort Hood 12-week apprenticeships with a paid stipend Fun, interactive college and career prep workshops Open to youth ages 15 -18 registered with Child, Youth and School Services Call 254-553-3995 to apply edge Program the edge: Experience, Develop, Grow and Excel Cutting-edge art, life, fitness and adventure packages Culinary arts, fashion design, video production, rock climbing and much more Open to 1st - 12th grade youth registered with Child, Youth and School Services Free for youth in 6th - 12th grade Nominal fee for 1st - 5th graders Call 254-553-3995 for package schedule and more information Strong Beginnings Program For children that turn 4-years-old on/about September 1 Focuses on development of school readiness skills Daily math and writing activities Weekly SKIESUnlimited Academy instructional classes Yearly progress tracked For more information, call 254-288-3865 School Age Services Open to kids K - 5th grades Before Care, After Care and Before/After Care Full-day programs when school is out (except Federal Holidays) Winter/spring/summer camps Occasional care Open Recreation - Sports, fitness and health, arts, recreation and leisure, life skills, citizenship, leadership and mentoring, education and support services Specialty Programs - Project Learn, Character Counts, 4-H Creative Creations, Triple Play, Better Living for Texans and Kids in the Kitchen All sites accredited by the National Afterschool Association (Clarke/Oveta Culp Hobby, Clear Creek, Duncan, Montague, Venable Village and Walker-Meadows) All children must be registered with CYSS To register or make an appointment, call the Central Enrollment Registry Office at 254-287-8029, or to stop by their office, located in Bldg. 283 on Battalion Avenue For more information, call 254-287-7950 Family Child Care Flexible hours, personal attention, low child-to-adult ratio, in a Family setting Ages four weeks - 12 years old Family Child Care: Army certified homes on/off-post; Background clearance and caregiver training; Independent contractors - set own hours and fees; Subsidy program for fee categories I and II; Full and part day care, before and after school, hourly care, extended hours and long term care available All Children must be registered with CYSS to use Family Child Care To register or make an appointment, call the Central Enrollment Registry at 254-287-8029, or to stop by their office, located in Bldg. 283 on Battalion Avenue Available to military, department of the army civilians and contractor staff children; retirees’ children - on space availability For more information or to enroll, call 254-287-5448 Parent Advisory Council Community Representatives Monthly forum: learn info, share info, address concerns Second Tuesday of each month, 1:30 pm, Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier and Family Readiness Center Couple of hours a month Share information to raise and discuss child/youth/education related issues of interest and concern to Families Looking for reps across the demographics, especially for Soldiers, singles and dual military Open to all Fort Hood Active Duty Soldiers, Airmen, Reservists and Families, National Guard Soldiers, Department of the Army Civilians, Contract Staff and Gold Star Family Members Call 254-288-0290 or email [email protected] Parent Participation Program Parent participation is highly encouraged in all CYSS programs, as Families are an integral part of CYSS success and a key component in overall program quality The goal of the new, Army-wide CYSS Parent Participation Program is to ensure consistency across all CYSS by: cataloging meaningful participation opportunities, standardizing the point system based on participation opportunities, standardizing the points required for fee reductions and standardizing the process to apply fee reduction to monthly payments The established common criteria should ensure that Families understand that their participation is valued and needed and truly contributes enhancing the sense of community Parents may earn a fee reduction for volunteering a minimum of 10 hours generally in their child’s program or on behalf of CYSS Participation Points may be accumulated from month to month until the Parent earns 10 points, to receive a 10% reduction on one month’s fee for one child If a parent has earned 20 points, then the 10% fee reduction may be applied for one child over a 2-month period or used for two separate children during the same month For more information, call 254-288-3139 Military Extension Internship Program Designed for college students and recent college graduates, this program provides a unique opportunity to gain practical work experience in child development plus school-age and youth programs Interns will live and work on military installations around the globe for 10 weeks to 6 months The range of experience is broad, including working directly with children and youth, implementing programs that address their needs and learning to manage child and youth centers Check out all of the opportunities at www.ydae.purdue.edu/military The Department of Defense provides high-quality, accredited childcare and school-age/teen programs at all of their facilities Interns also have the support of the U.S. Cooperative Extension System and its 4-H Youth Development Program 4-H focuses on building better citizens and promotes understanding of social issues and how they can be addressed to strengthen communities Cooperative Extension features strong networks and connections in the communities where you’ll work as well as faculty and staff with specific expertise in childcare and youth development The most qualified applicants will: have completed at least two years of college by the start of their internship; have a GPA of at least 2.75; have an educational background in child or youth development, education, Family science, or a related field; be able to pass a National Agency background (security) check; exhibit maturity and good judgment; and enjoy working with children, youth and their Families Applications from undergraduates, graduate students, recent graduates and students are welcome as well At a minimum, interns will receive an hourly wage or a living stipend Interns will also be treated to an orientation conference before the start of internships, which provides a great chance to meet other interns and begin to learn about military children, youth and Families Although any tuition or fees required by your institution will be the intern’s personal responsibility, alternative arrangements with the program and university may be available to ensure an applicant’s experience qualifies for academic credit Applicants must be sure to provide the specific internship credit requirements for their program of choice Consider some of the options: Child and Youth Training Specialist, School Liaison Officer and Child and Youth Facilities Center Director Application and recommendation forms, as well as deadlines for upcoming sessions are available online at www.ydae.purdue.edu/military Direct further questions to Jessica Wandless, Military Extension Internship Program Coordinator at 765-496-7716 or [email protected] Free SAT/ACT Test Prep Software for Military and Dependents eKnowledge Corporation and a handful of patriotic NFL players have donated more than 100,000 SAT/ACT test prep software programs normally priced at $200, FREE to military Families worldwide Military Families and veterans are eligible Visit www.eknowledge.com/FHS to obtain your FREE software Army Community Service Outreach Services Welcome Packets Lending Closet Hood Howdy Army Emergency Relief Command Financial Specialist Consumer Pre-purchasing Credit Report Reviews/Scores Military Spouse Program Mobile Information Station Home Visits Play Mornings Infant Massage Resilience Training International Spouse Program Boot Camp for Dads Single Soldier Support Group Relationship Enrichment Program EFMP Orientation EFMP Support Group Sea Dragons Swim Program Army Family Team Building Army Volunteer Program Army Family Action Plan Job Search Network Career Exploration Seminar Outreach Services Office For more information, call 254-287-4227 Army Community Service Reoccurring Events Monday First Term Soldier Personal Financial Management Training 12:30 - 4:30 pm 254-553-4698 PCS on the Go 1 - 1:30 pm 254-287-4471 Tuesday Newcomers’ Employment Training Workshop (NETWORK) 8:15 - 9:30 am 254-286-6684 Application and Resume Development 9:30 - 11:45 am 254-286-6684 First-Term Soldier Personal Financial Management Training 12:30 - 4:30 pm 254-553-4698 Parenting Skills 3:30 - 4:30 pm 254-618-7443 Wednesday Explore Learning and Play 9:30 - 10:30 am 254-287-2286 Advanced Resume/Resumix Writing 12:45 -1:45 pm 254-286-6684 Stress Management 3:15 - 4:30 pm 254-618-7443 Thursday Career Communication Skills and Interview Techniques 8:30 am - 12 pm 254-286-6684 First Term Soldier Personal Financial Management Training 12:30 - 4:30 pm 254-553-4698 PCS on the Go 1 - 1:30 pm 254-287-4471 Friday Job Search with Confidence 9 -10 am 254-286-6684 Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection 9:30 am - 1 pm 254-553-2157 Time for Tots 9:30 - 11 am 254-553-2157 Career Assessment Workshop 10:15 - 11:15 am 254-286-6684 First-Term Soldier Personal Financial Management Training 12:30 - 4:30 pm 254-553-4698 EFMP Sea Dragons Swim 6 - 8 pm 254-287-6070 About Fort Hood Family and MWR Fort Hood Family and MWR supports the largest active duty armored post in the United States Armed Services. The “Great Place” is home to over 380,000 military personnel, Family members, retirees and civilian employees. Family and MWR enhances quality of life by providing numerous recreation and services designed to equal those available to their civilian counterparts, which encourages growth and a feeling of self-reliance within the military community. HoodMWR.com Helpful ACS Numbers Recurring Events ACS Front Desk (Rivers Building 121) If you do not know who to call 287-4ACS Monday ACS Volunteer Program 287-8657 Army Emergency Relief (AER) 288-6330 Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) 287-AFAP Army Family Team Building (AFTB) 286-6600 287-2327 First Termer’s Training 0730-1700 • Bldg 18010 Call: 553-4698 PCS on the Go 1300-1330 • Bldg 18010 • 287-4471 Tuesday Newcomers Employment Training Workshop (The NETWork) 0815-0900 • Workforce Solutions of Central Texas Must Register: 286-6684 Common Sense Parenting 0930-1130 • Bldg 18000 Call: 618-7443 Application & Resume Development Workshop 0900-1000 • Workforce Solutions of Central Texas Must Register: 286-6684 Domestic Violence Interactive Training (DVIT) 0930, 1230 and 1430 • Palmer Theater Must Register: 288-2092 SOS Family Member Zumba for Fitness 1830-1930 • Applied Functional Fitness Center Call: 288-3655 Wednesday Explore Learning and Play 0930-1030 • Bronco Youth Center Advanced Resume and Resumix Writing 0900-1000 • Bldg 284 Must Register: 286-6684 Thursday First Termer’s Training 0730-1700 • Bldg 18010 Call: 553-4698 PCS on the Go 1300-1330 • Bldg 18010 Call: 287-4471 Friday First Termer’s Training 0730-1700 • Bldg 18010 Call: 553-4698 Building Locations • Bldg 121 • The Rivers Building, Army Community Service, T.J. Mills Blvd & 761st Tank Battalion Ave • Bldg 284 • ACS Employment Readiness Modular Bldg Battalion Avenue West of 37th Street • Bldg 320 • Spirit of Fort Hood Warrior & Family Chapel Campus, Tank Destroyer Blvd & 33rd Street • Bldg 334 • Palmer Theater, 31st Street and 761st Tank Battalion Ave • Bldg 6602 • Bronco Youth Center, Tank Destroyer across from Meadows Elementary School • Bldg 9138 • Sprocket Auto Crafts, 20th St and Old Ironsides Ave • Bldg 10043 • Survivor Outreach Services, Battalion Ave • Bldg 12012 • Spiritual Fitness Ctr at the Comprehensive Soldiers Fitness Training Ctr, 31st Street & Battalion Ave • Bldg 12018 • Applied Functional Fitness Center, 31st Street & Battalion Ave • Bldg 12020 • Suite 400 & 500, 31st Street & Battalion Ave, Personal Financial Readiness Ctr & MFLC • Bldg 16005 • Lane Volunteer Center, corner of T.J. Mills & Old Ironsides • Bldg 18000 • Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier & Family Readiness Center Battalion Avenue near the Copeland Soldier Service Center • Bldg 18010 • Copeland Soldier Service Center, Battalion Ave • BLDG 36051 • Soldier & Family Assistance Center, 62nd Street. • Bldg 50012 • Community Event & Bingo Center, Clear Creek Road, behind AAFES gas station • Killeen Community Center 2201 E. Veteran Memorial Blvd, Killeen • Workforce Solutions of Central Tx, 300 Cheyenne Dr, Killeen Army Volunteer Corps 287-VOLS Child & Spouse Abuse 24/7 Hotline 287-CARE Consumer Affairs Office 287-CITY Employment Readiness Branch (ERB) 288-2089 Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) 287-6070 Family Advocacy Program (FAP) 286-6774 Family Assistance Center (FAC) 288-7570 Personal Financial Management Classes 287-8979 Lending Closet 287-4471 Military Family Life Consultants (MFLC) 553-4705 Mobilization & Deployment 288-2794 New Parent Support Program (NPSP) 287-2286 Parenting Classes 618-7443 Relocation Readiness Program 287-4471 Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) 553-0904 Sexual Harassment/Assault Response & Prevention (SHARP) 288-4931 Sexual Harassment/Assault Response & Prevention Victim Advocate Cell 289-1310 Soldier and Family Assistance Center 286-5768 Stress/Anger/Conflict & Resolution Training Management Classes 286-5338 Survivor Outreach Services 288-3655 Victim Services 24/7 Crisis Line 702-4953 FREE Classes, Workshops, Play Groups, and Much More! April Calendar of Events 2015 Army Community Service Real-Life Solutions for Successful Army Living 287-4ACS www.hoodmwr.com/ACS www.MyArmyOneSource.com www.militaryonesource.mil 1-800-342-9647 April 2015 April 2015 April 2015 April 2015 April 2015 April 2015 Monthly Recurring Classes and Workshops Army Community Service Calendar of Events Wednesday, April 1 Domestic Violence Awareness Training (DVAT) 0900 •1130 • Bldg 16005 must Register: 286-5336 Army Family Team Building Military Knowledge Course (1-2 April) 0830-1430 • Bldg 16005 Must Register: 286-6600 Daddy Boot Camp 0900-1200 • Bldg 18000 Must Register: 287-5066 or 287-2286 Budget/Debt Management 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Credit Booster 1330-1500 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Thursday, April 2 Resilience Academy 0830-1430 • Bldg 16005 Must Register: 288-2794 Banking 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Transitioning TSP for IDES 1300-1400 • Bldg 36051 • Call: 287-2629 Tuesday, April 7 Saving & Investing 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 FRG Key Caller Training 1730-2000 • Bldg 16005 • Must Register: 288-2794 Wednesday, April 8 Budget/Debt Management 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Credit Booster 1330-1500 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Resource Connection – EFMP Support Group 1730-1830 • Bldg 121 • Call: 287-6070 FRG Fund Custodian Training 1730-1930 • Bldg 16005 Must Register: 288-2794 Shaken Baby Class 1800-1900 • Bldg 18000 • Call: 287-5066/2286 Thursday, April 9 Resilience Academy 0830-1430 • Bldg 16005 • Must Register: 288-2794 Stress, Anger & Conflict Management Workshop 0900-1600 • Bldg 18000 • Must Register: 286-5338 Banking 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Insurance for IDES Soldiers 1300-1400 • Bldg 36051 • Call: 286-5768 Covering Your Assets/Insurance 1330-1530 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Friday, April 10 Car Seat Parent Education and Inspection Program 0900-1200 • Sprocket Auto Craft Center Must Register: 287-6505 Caregiver Peer-to-Peer Support Group for Spouses and Caregivers of WTU/IDES Soldiers 1000-1130 • Bldg 36051 • Call: 286-5768 Monday, April 13 Stress Management Discussion Group for WTB/ IDES Soldiers 1300-1400 • Bldg 18000 • Must Register: 286-5338 Tuesday, April 14 FRG for CDR/1SG 0900-1600 • Bldg 16005 • Must Register: 287-2794 Family Readiness Support Assistant/ Family Readiness Liaison Course (14-15 April) 0900 -1600 • Bldg 16005 Must Register: 288-2794 Budget/Debt Management 1300-1400 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Saving & Investing 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Exceptional Family Member Program Orientation 1000-1130 • Bldg 18000 • Call: 287-6070 Wednesday, April 15 Facebook for FRGs 0830-1100 • Bldg 16005 • Must Register: 288-2794 Community Services Council 0900-1000 • Community Events & BINGO Center Call: 553-1593 Budget/Debt Management 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Credit Booster 1330-1500 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Thursday, April 16 Resilience Academy 0830-1430 • Bldg 16005 Must Register: 288-2794 Career Communications Skills and Interview Techniques 0830-1030 • Workforce Solutions of Central Texas Must Register: 286-6684 Banking 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Exceptional Family Member Program Resource Workshop 0930-1130 • Bldg 18000 • Call: 287-6070 Credit/Debt Management 1300-1400 • Bldg 36051 • Must Register: 286-5768 Friday, April 17 ACAP Resume Writing for WTB/IDES Soldiers 1330-1430 • Bldg 36051 • Call: 286-5768 Monday, April 20 Stress Management Discussion Group for WTB/ IDES Soldiers 1300-1600 • Bldg 18000 • Must Register: 286-5338 Tuesday, April 21 FRG Leader Course (21-22 April) 0830-1430 • Bldg 16005 Must Register: 288-2794 Army Family Team Building Personal Growth and Resiliency (21-23 April) 0830-1430 • Bldg 16005 Must Register: 286-6600 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Town Hall 0900-1200 • Bldg 18000 • Call: 287-4471 Saving & Investing 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 CARE Team Course 1730-2030 • Bldg 16005 • Must Register: 288-2794 MS Support Group 1800-2000 • Robertson Avenue Baptist Group 305 E. Robertson Avenue, Copperas Cove Call: 587-6070 Wednesday, April 22 Budget/Debt Management 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Credit Booster 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Shaken Baby Class 1800-1900 • Bldg 1800 • Call: 287-5066/2286 Thursday, April 23 Job Search with Confidence 0845-0945 • Bldg 284 • Must Register: 286-6684 Stress, Anger & Conflict Management Workshop 0900-1600 • Bldg 18000 • Must Register: 286-6684 Budget/Debt Management 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Career Assessment Workshop 1015-1115 • Bldg 284 • call 286-5338 Developing a Spending Plan for IDES Soldiers 1300-1400 • Bldg 36051 • Must Register: 286-5768 Consumer Rights & Obligation/Identity Theft 1330-1430 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 •Call:553-4698 Friday, April 24 Car Seat Parent Education and Inspection Program 0900-1200 • Sprocket Auto Craft Center Must Register: 287-6505 Caregiver Peer-to-Peer Support Group for Spouses and Caregivers of WTU/IDES Soldiers 1000-1130 • Bldg 36051 • Call: 286-5768 Monday, April 27 Stress Management Discussion Group for WTB/ IDES Soldiers 1330-1430 • Bldg 36051 Call: 286-5768 Tuesday, April 28 Saving & Investing 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Wednesday, April 29 Budget/Debt Management 0930-1100 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Credit Booster 1330-1500 • Bldg 12020, Suite 400 • Call: 553-4698 Thursday, April 30 Financial Institutions 1300-1400 • Bldg 36051 Call: 286-5768 Classes, times, and locations are subject to change: please call for details. Individuals requiring accommodations due to medical disability, please contact providing program.