FSS Monthly Calendar

JUNE 2015 Stay up-­‐to-­‐date on 87FSS Activities by subscribing to the 87FSS Activities weekly newsletter! Visit www.GoMDL.com and click the link under “Top Resources” to opt-­‐in! Toastmaster Youth Leadership Program Workshops: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons in conjunction with JB MDL Toastmasters. The library is partnering with Toastmasters this summer to host a “Youth Leadership Program” for youths ages 12-­‐17. The program consists of four (4) 2-­‐hour sessions at the Library, enabling participants to develop communication and leadership skills through practical experience. Students can evaluate their present public speaking ability, organize and give speeches, give impromptu talks, give constructive feedback, read stories and perform storytelling to library children, and learn voice gestures and diversity. Great experience for young people in debate classes, job interviews, public speaking and applying for college! Workshops are free and held Wednesdays at the library from 12 to 4pm on June 24, July 1, July 8 and July 15, 2015. Registration is required. Call MSgt Lorraine Cuff at 609.754.4851. Hook Up To Youth Bowling at JB MDL Dix: Presented by 87FSS at the Dix Bowling Center, Bldg. 6054 Doughboy Loop, JB MDL Dix. Program runs every Wednesday evening from 6 to 8pm for ages 7 to 17 from June 17 thru August 5. The 8-­‐week bowling camp provides participants two hours of group instruction with on-­‐lane lessons with experienced coaches. Upon completion all participants receive a new bowling ball, towel and bag! Awards and certificates presented during the completion party featuring party food and beverage. All this and more for only $70 per person. Registration forms available at www.gomdl.com or the Dix Bowling Center. 609.562.6895. Hook Up to Adult Bowling at JB MDL Lakehurst: Presented by 87FSS at the Lakehurst Bowling Center, bldg. 489 Saniuk Rd. Join today and learn how to improve your game and have more fun while bowling. This six-­‐week program provides participants two hours of group instruction with on-­‐lane lessons with experienced coaches. Held every Thursday evening from 5-­‐ 7pm from June 4 thru July 9. Upon completion all participants receive a new bowling ball, towel, bag and a game card loaded with 10 free games to continue practicing at their leisure. Awards and certificates presented at completion. All this and more for only $120 per person. Registration forms available at www.gomdl.com or at the Lakehurst Bowling Center, 732.323.2027. Golf Specials All Summer Long! Presented by 87FSS Golf Program at all three courses from June 1 thru August 31. Active duty members and their spouses enjoy special “Twilight Pricing” all day long every Monday at Falcon Creek JB MDL McGuire, every Tuesday at Pine Ridge JB MDL Lakehurst, and every Wednesday at Fountain Green JB MDL Dix. Twilight Pricing is $7 for E1-­‐E4, $9 for E5-­‐E9, and $11 for O1 & above. Cart rental is $8 per person if playing 9 holes; $16 per person if playing a full 18. “Bring a Friend Day” every Friday at all three courses and cart rental is half off! Two playing 9 holes and your cart is only $8 (regularly $16); two playing full 18 and cart rental is only $16 (regularly $32)! “Family Time Golf” after 2pm every Saturday and Sunday at all three courses. Kids play free, parents pay “Twilight” rate: $7 for E1-­‐E4, $9 for E5-­‐E9, and $11 for O1/DoD/Veterans, $8 for retired military age 65+, and $14 for contractors and guests. Cart fees extra. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. 609.562.2166. Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons Story Times: EVERY TUESDAY: Therapy Dog Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children can read to therapy dogs from Furry Angels Assistance from 4 to 5pm. 609.754.2079. EVERY THURSDAY: Children’s Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children enjoy stories, crafts, activities, book checkouts, and more, 10 to 11am, every Thursday. Sign Language Storytime 1st Thursday of every month! 609.754.2079. 2nd SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH: Children’s Morning Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children enjoy stories, crafts, activities, book checkouts, and more, 10 to 11am the 2nd Saturday of every month! 609.754.2079. 4TH WED OF EVERY MONTH: Children’s Evening Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children enjoy stories, crafts, activities, book checkouts, and more, 6:30 to 7:30pm, 4th Wednesday of every month. 609.754.2079. Free Summer Concert Series (McGuire/Dix): We’re celebrating the American pastime of backyard bliss on Wednesday, June 24 with our own “Base Backyard Party” at Doughboy Field. The Marshall Tucker Band performs in concert while you grab some grub from the food truck-­‐a-­‐palooza midway. Enjoy a cold adult beverage with your exotic food truck selection while the kids play in a bouncy house. After the concert, stick around and watch a pre-­‐Independence Day fireworks display. Free and open to all DoD ID holders. Field opens at 5pm, food available from 5 to 8pm, concert begins at 6pm, and fireworks start at 9pm. For more information, please visit www.GoMDL.com! Monday, June 1 Transition Assistance Program GPS/TAP 5-­‐day seminar (McGuire): Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. Transition Assistance Program (TAP) Goals, Planning, Success (GPS), the new VOW/VEI initiative transition program that includes the new GPS “Core Curriculum” (Financial Planning, Individual Transition Plans -­‐ ITP), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) / DTAP Benefits Briefing, and Department of Labor Employment Workshop (DOLEW). Completed DD-­‐2648 Required. Spouses are encouraged to attend. 8:00am-­‐4:30pm, Bldg. 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐registration required. Call 609.754.3154. Pudgy’s: BINGO every Monday and Thursday night. Doors open at 5:30pm, games begin at 7pm with over $1,500 in prizes. You could even become a $5,000 Progressive Jackpot winner! Booklets/Triple Pack – $32 (Progressive Jackpot Game included). Additional games available for purchase, or play the Power Bingo Machine (electronic device) for $75. Call 609.754.2396. Tuesday, June 2 Therapy Dog Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children can read to therapy dogs from Furry Angels Assistance from 4 to 5pm. 609.754.2079. Wednesday, June 3 Mandatory MilTA Briefing: Presented by 87FSS Education & Training, bldg. 3829, Falcon Courts North, Rm 206 from 8:30 to 9:30am, 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month. In accordance with Air Force Instruction, prior to the first authorization of Military Tuition Assistance (MilTA), an airman must attend a mandatory MilTA briefing. This includes active duty, and Reserve Guard on active duty. Walk-­‐in attendance, registration not required. For more detail, [email protected] . Framing Qualification Class: Presented by 87FSS Peter L. Hunt Arts & Crafts Center. Get qualified to use this great facility and equipment! You will complete one piece as you learn to operate the equipment. You are required to bring something in to frame such as an 8x10 photo or certificate. All materials are available at the frame shop which will be purchased at the end of class. Wed. June 3, 6 -­‐ 8:30pm (Pre-­‐
registration fee of $10 is required prior to class. Materials not included.) Call 609.562.5691 to register. Thursday, June 4 Children’s Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children enjoy stories, crafts, activities, book checkouts, and more, 10 to 11am, every Thursday. Sign Language Storytime 1st Thursday of every month! 609.754.2079. GI Bill 101: Presented by 87FSS Education & Training. An education forum providing the latest information on GI Bill eligibility, benefits payable, transfer of benefit, and more. Education brief provided to help you understand GI Bill benefit and answer common questions like “What's the difference between the MGIB and the Post 9/11 GI Bill? How do I convert from one to the other? How can I transfer the benefit to family members?”, and more. First Thursday of each month at 87FSS Education & Training Center, Bldg. 3829 School House Road at 9am; no registration required. Open to all eligible DoD ID holders. Pet Portrait Painting Class: Presented by the 87FSS Arts & Crafts Center. Pets are family too; why not create an adorable portrait to hang on the wall with the rest of your family photos? Learn step by step how to transform a photo of your furry friend into a cherished work of art. Please bring pet photo. Thursdays June 11-­‐July 2, 6:30 – 8:30pm (4-­‐week). Cost $40.00 plus materials. Call 609.562.5891 to register. “Paint your Art Out” – Paint & Sip! Presented by the 87FSS Arts & Crafts Center . This is not your average art class! Invite all your friends for a fun night at Pudgy’s Sports Pub! Enjoy light refreshments and beverages, while experiencing step-­‐by-­‐step painting instruction with an enthusiastic instructor. You’ll leave with a one-­‐of-­‐a-­‐kind creation and a newfound talent you may want to explore. Thursday, June 4 from 5:30 -­‐ 8:30pm. Pre-­‐registration is required as seats are limited. Cost is $20 per person. Stop by the Arts & Crafts Center JB MDL Dix to register or call 609.562.5691. Note: A cash bar in the Daedalion Room will be available. Must be 21 or older to participate. Pudgy’s: BINGO every Monday and Thursday night. Doors open at 5:30pm, games begin at 7pm with over $1,500 in prizes. You could even become a $5,000 Progressive Jackpot winner! Booklets/Triple Pack – $32 (Progressive Jackpot Game included). Additional games available for purchase, or play the Power Bingo Machine (electronic device) for $75. Call 609.754.2396. Friday, June 5 Higher Education at the Main Exchange: 87FSS Education and Training displays educational information at the Main Exchange Food Court every first Friday of the month from 11am to 1pm. Education Center personnel provide information on resources and opportunities available at the 87FSS Education and Training Center including Military and Voluntary Education Testing, CCAF, GI Bill, Certifications, Commissioning Programs, Professional Military Education, MyCAA, Air University Associate to Baccalaureate Cooperative Program (AU-­‐ABC), Tuition Assistance, and Scholarship Search Engines. Game Night at Falcon Courts Youth Center: Presented by 87FSS Youth Programs at Falcon Courts North Youth Center. Open to ages 6 thru 8 and 9 thru 12 from 6:30 to 9pm. Activities from around the world for the two age groups, including dinner! $5 per person. 609.754.5437. The U.S. Army Soldier Show: Hosted by 87FSS on Friday, June 5 2015 at the Timmermann Center,bldg. 5441 8th Street, JB MDL Dix. Doors open to all DoD ID holders at 6:30pm; show begins at 7:30pm. No admission, seating is first come / first served. This year's production, "WE SERVE" explores the foundational elements of what it means to serve, in and out of uniform, as well as how our country in return serves them. It is this "Soldier for Life" aspect that instills the strength and character of our Soldiers and our Army, which are exemplified in our core values; Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage. How our Army Family stands and serves in a resolved fortitude, forged in a resilient strength, can only be described as "Army Strong". The 2015 U.S. Army Soldier Show honors our Army's continued service, resilience and strength with its' mission to effectively Inform, Educate and Inspire our audiences into Action. It celebrates this great Nation, our Army, and the Families and communities that serve and support our service members in return. Don't miss the experience! Visit www.gomdl.com for details or call 609.754.2830. Pudgy’s: National Doughnut Day Pudgy’s: Join us at Pudgy’s Sports Pub for great Top 40 DJ entertainment every Friday & Saturday night from 8:30pm to 12:30am! Latin Night every other Saturday Night! Call 609.754.2396. Saturday June 6 Skydive Tandem Jump Trip: Hosted by 87FSS Outdoor Recreation. Always wanted to skydive but never had the opportunity? Join us for an "Ultimate Adventure" trip to Freefall Adventures. During a tandem skydive you are securely fastened to your tandem instructor. After a training session, we climb to 14,000 feet (2.5 miles) above the ground and in full view of both Philadelphia and Atlantic City Skylines. Experience a 60 second freefall before working with your instructor to fly the parachute back for landing. Video/picture package available on site for additional charge; payment for this service is only through Sky Dive Company day-­‐of trip. Must be 18 years and older and cannot exceed 220lb weight limit to participate. $115/person for RecOn eligible (Military and dependents), $180 for all other DoD ID holders and includes round trip transportation. Trip departs 87FSS ODR Dix , Building 6045 Doughboy Loop, at 7:30am, returning no later than 5:00pm. Trip maximum is 13! Must be signed up and paid in full by 5pm Sunday May 31st. 609.562.6667/2727. Detailed trip information sheet available at sign up. ID Card Paintball Days: Presented by 87FSS Rod & Gun Club at Range 14 Paintball Field, Bldg. 9060 Cookstown-­‐Browns Mills Rd. Open to all DoD ID card holders. Players arrive at 8am signup morning of event. Play starts at 9am, continues to 3pm. Minimum of 10 players to hold event. Equipment packages available up to 30 players. 3000psi HPA Tanks only. Woodland scenarios, mock villages & 2 speedball fields highlight this paintball program! Call to pre-­‐register NLT 5pm Friday, June 5 to secure your spot (Event subject cancelation due to lack of participation). $15 per person (includes marker, mask & all day air); $10 per player with own equipment (includes all day air); Must use field paint. $60 per case gets you 2,000 paintballs. 609.562.4676. On Location Photography at Smithville Park: Presented by 87FSS Peter L. Hunt Arts & Crafts Center. This 4-­‐week intermediate to advanced photo class will teach students about outdoor photography while using existing light and off camera lighting. The focus will be on portrait photography; however, the instructor will cover landscape photography as well. Students must have a DSLR camera. Dress comfortably, pack a lunch and join us for a fun photo workshop! Restrooms are available in the park. In the event of inclement weather, instructor will notify students of future reschedule date(s). Classes will be held on Saturday June 6 from 10am -­‐ 3pm. Cost is $75 per student. Pre-­‐registration required. Student must pay at time of registration. Call 609.562.5691 to register. Framing Qualification Class: Presented by 87FSS Peter L. Hunt Arts & Crafts Center. Get qualified to use this great facility and equipment! You will complete one piece as you learn to operate the equipment. You are required to bring something in to frame such as an 8x10 photo or certificate. All materials are available at the frame shop which will be purchased at the end of class. 10am -­‐ 12pm (Pre-­‐registration fee of $10 is required prior to class. Materials not included.) Call 609.562.5691 to register. Kids Mixed Media Class (Ages 6 and up): Presented by 87FSS Peter L. Hunt Arts & Crafts Center. Children can tap into their creative sides, while making a variety of great art projects! Students will enjoy four weeks of imaginative fun while utilizing paint, fabric & much more. All materials included. June 6-­‐20 (3-­‐weeks), 1 -­‐ 2:30pm; $30 Call 609.562.5691 to register Kids Pottery Class (Ages 6-­‐10 session II): Presented by 87FSS Peter L. Hunt Arts & Crafts Center. Classes cover hand-­‐building (pinching, coiling and slab building) as well as basic wheel throwing skills. Students will be shown basic techniques that will lead to their own creative solutions. Clay glazes and firings are provided. Pre-­‐registration is required. June 6-­‐27 (4-­‐weeks) Saturdays 10:30am -­‐ 12pm; $40. Call 609.562.5691 to register. Pudgy’s: Join us at Pudgy’s Sports Pub for great Top 40 DJ entertainment every Friday & Saturday night from 8:30pm to 12:30am! Latin Night every other Saturday Night! Call 609.754.2396. Monday, June 8 Pudgy’s: BINGO every Monday and Thursday night. Doors open at 5:30pm, games begin at 7pm with over $1,500 in prizes. You could even become a $5,000 Progressive Jackpot winner! Booklets/Triple Pack – $32 (Progressive Jackpot Game included). Additional games available for purchase, or play the Power Bingo Machine (electronic device) for $75. Call 609.754.2396. Tuesday, June 9 Therapy Dog Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children can read to therapy dogs from Furry Angels Assistance from 4 to 5pm. 609.754.2079. Kuder Career Interest Inventory Assessment: Presented by 87FSS Education & Training Center, bldg. 3829 Falcon Courts North, room 106. 8 to 9am, open to all DoD ID holders. Kuder is an Internet evidence-­‐based tool that offers the complete spectrum of lifelong career assessment, planning, and guidance solutions to ensure quality career planning. Kuder is a comprehensive solution for navigating life’s career journey, it supports a broad spectrum of needs from pre-­‐K through retirement. Call 609.754.5346. JB MDL Newcomers Orientation…The Way to Start!: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. If you’ve just arrived at JB MDL, regardless of branch, this program will help you find your way around America’s only tri-­‐service installation. A narrated bus tour helps you locate important resources and benefits like quality of life activities, services and programs for you and your family. Orientation includes a light breakfast, lunch and door prizes! 8:00am -­‐ 4:30pm, bldg. 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. Wednesday, June 10 Civilian Resume Writing Workshop: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. This class is a great first step to making your civilian resume the best it can be. 9 -­‐ 11am, bldg. 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. Commanders’ Cup: Presented by 87FSS Golf Program at Fountain Green Golf Course, 3152 Fort Dix Road, JB MDL Dix. Four-­‐person scramble, 12-­‐noon shotgun start (11am check-­‐in), open to all DoD ID holders with food and prizes following! $28 for DoD ID holders and annual patrons; $40 for veterans and guests. Register early! 609.562.2166 Thursday, June 11 RUN CHALLENGE: Flag Day 5K Run/3K Fit Walk: Presented by 87FSS Fitness Lakehurst, bldg. 123 Severyns Rd from 11:30am to 1pm. Open to all DoD ID holders. Celebrate the birthday of Old Glory with a good old fashioned 5K run/walk! Sponsored in part by Wilmington University and US Family Health Plan. Spouse Newcomers Orientation: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. Spouses from all military branches are invited to attend our JB MDL Spouse Newcomers Orientation held on the second Thursday of each month from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. This orientation includes a tour of Dix and McGuire 87 FSS (MWR) facilities. Breakfast and lunch is provided (lunch courtesy of USO). Come to learn about JB MDL and all that it has to offer! Bldg. 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. Bundles for Babies: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. Class offering resource information and briefings from various base programs including MFSC, FAP and CDC to expectant parents. 9-­‐11am, Bldg. 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. Group Pre-­‐separation Counseling: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. Complete mandatory needs assessment counseling required for out-­‐processing. Receive Pre-­‐separation Counseling Checklist (DD Form 2648). 2:00-­‐4:00pm, Bldg. 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐
registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. 10 Steps to a Federal Position: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. A must if you are planning on seeking a Federal Position. 1:30-­‐3:30pm, Bldg. 488 Walsh Dr., JB MDL Lakehurst. Pre-­‐
registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 732.323.1248. Children’s Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children enjoy stories, crafts, activities, book checkouts, and more, 10 to 11am, every Thursday. Sign Language Storytime 1st Thursday of every month! 609.754.2079. Pudgy’s: National Corn-­‐ On-­‐The-­‐ Cob Day Pudgy’s: BINGO every Monday and Thursday night. Doors open at 5:30pm, games begin at 7pm with over $1,500 in prizes. You could even become a $5,000 Progressive Jackpot winner! Booklets/Triple Pack – $32 (Progressive Jackpot Game included). Additional games available for purchase, or play the Power Bingo Machine (electronic device) for $75. Call 609.754.2396. Friday, June 12 Pudgy’s: Join us at Pudgy’s Sports Pub for great Top 40 DJ entertainment every Friday & Saturday night from 8:30pm to 12:30am! Latin Night every other Saturday Night! Call 609.754.2396. Saturday, June 13 Children’s Morning Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children enjoy stories, crafts, activities, book checkouts, and more, 10 to 11am the 2nd Saturday of every month! 609.754.2079. Quilts for Kids: Presented by 87FSS Peter L. Hunt Arts & Crafts Center. Come join us to make quilts for kids in long term healthcare, safe houses, children of deployed Soldiers and for our Wounded Warriors. We will teach you everything you need to know for these simple but beautiful quilts using fabulous designer fabrics from showrooms and design houses around the world as well as our own stash. Gifting a quilt is like giving a hug. Bring your lunch and stay all day. 11am – 3pm. Call 609.562.5691 to verify that event is being held. Free UFC at Dix Bowling Center: Presented by 87FSS at the Dix Bowling Center, UFC 188 features Velasquez vs. Werdum for the Heavyweight Title. Free entry for all DoD ID holders. Pre-­‐fight starts at 8pm, main event at 10pm. Bouts are shown on overhead projection screen and all HD televisions throughout the center. All single servicemembers enjoy unlimited bowling from 7pm to 1am for ONLY $5 PER PERSON, SHOES INCLUDED! The center stays open until 1am, including the snack bar for food, soda, and beer. 609.562.6895.
Pudgy’s: Join us at Pudgy’s Sports Pub for Latin Night tonight! Get live with Top 40 DJ entertainment from 8:30pm to 12:30am! Call 609.754.2396. Sunday, June 14 – FLAG DAY Fathers’ Day Coffee: Presented by 87FSS Youth Programs at Falcon Courts North Youth Center. Open to ages 6 to 18 and their Fathers. From 3:30 to 6:30 Fathers picking up their children will be treated like kings with cookies, coffee, and a lot of affection! 609.754.5437. Monday, June 15 Transition Assistance Program GPS/TAP -­‐ 5-­‐day seminar (McGuire): Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. Transition Assistance Program (TAP) Goals, Planning, Success (GPS), the new VOW/VEI initiative transition program that includes the new GPS “Core Curriculum” (Financial Planning, Individual Transition Plans -­‐ ITP), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) / DTAP Benefits Briefing, and Department of Labor Employment Workshop (DOLEW). Completed DD-­‐2648 Required. Spouses are encouraged to attend. 8:00am-­‐4:30pm, Bldg. 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐registration required. Call 609.754.3154. Pudgy’s: BINGO every Monday and Thursday night. Doors open at 5:30pm, games begin at 7pm with over $1,500 in prizes. You could even become a $5,000 Progressive Jackpot winner! Booklets/Triple Pack – $32 (Progressive Jackpot Game included). Additional games available for purchase, or play the Power Bingo Machine (electronic device) for $75. Call 609.754.2396. Tuesday, June 16 Therapy Dog Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children can read to therapy dogs from Furry Angels Assistance from 4 to 5pm. 609.754.2079. End of School Year Pizza Party: Presented by 87FSS Youth Programs at Garden Terrace Youth Center. Celebrate the best part of the school year with pizza among friends! $5 per person. 609.562.5061. Wednesday, June 17 Mandatory MilTA Briefing: Presented by 87FSS Education & Training, bldg. 3829, Falcon Courts North, Rm 206 from 8:30 to 9:30am, 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month. In accordance with Air Force Instruction, prior to the first authorization of Military Tuition Assistance (MilTA), an airman must attend a mandatory MilTA briefing. This includes active duty, and Reserve Guard on active duty. Walk-­‐in attendance, registration not required. For more detail, [email protected] . College at JB MDL Open House: 87FSS Education &Training Center is hosting a College Open House for all on-­‐base colleges and universities. This is a great opportunity for aspiring students to start their academic career or for those individuals who put their education on hold to start again. 9:30 to 11:30am, 87FSS Education & Training Center, Building 3829 School House Road (adjacent to Falcon Courts North), JB MDL McGuire. JB MDL is home to seven military-­‐friendly colleges: Burlington County College, Rutgers University, Wilmington University, Southern Illinois University, Central Michigan University, Thomas Edison State College, and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. These institutions offer classes and coursework leading to Certifications, Associate, Baccalaureate or Master Degrees at the 87FSS Education & Training Center. Visit http://gomdl.com/education/education-­‐programs/higher-­‐
learning/ for degree information. Refreshments served. 609.754.5346. Thursday, June 18 Children’s Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children enjoy stories, crafts, activities, book checkouts, and more, 10 to 11am, every Thursday. Sign Language Storytime 1st Thursday of every month! 609.754.2079. Group Pre-­‐separation Counseling: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. Complete mandatory needs assessment counseling required for out-­‐processing. Receive Pre-­‐separation Counseling Checklist (DD Form 2648). 2:00-­‐4:00pm, Bldg. 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. Pudgy’s: BINGO every Monday and Thursday night. Doors open at 5:30pm, games begin at 7pm with over $1,500 in prizes. You could even become a $5,000 Progressive Jackpot winner! Booklets/Triple Pack – $32 (Progressive Jackpot Game included). Additional games available for purchase, or play the Power Bingo Machine (electronic device) for $75. Call 609.754.2396. Friday, June 19 CCAF Degree Completion Briefing: Presented by 87FSS Education & Training from 9 to 10am at the 87FSS Education & Training Center, bldg. 3829 School House Road, JB MDL McGuire. The CCAF briefing covers guidance and options in completing a Community College of the Air Force degree. 609.754.2439. Hearts Apart: Presented by Military and Family Support Center, a program designed for spouses, children, and loved ones of military members currently deployed on extended TDY (more than 30 days), or serving a remote tour. 5:30pm-­‐6:30pm at Saxton Community Center, Bldg. 3811 South Bolling Blvd., Falcon Courts North housing area, JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. TGIF at Falcon Courts North Youth Center: Presented by 87FSS Youth Programs at Falcon Courts North Youth Center from 6:30 until 9pm. Lots of fun activities both indoors and outdoors for ages 6 to 8 and 9 to 12, dinner included! $5 per person. 609.754.5437. Pudgy’s: Join us at Pudgy’s Sports Pub for great Top 40 DJ entertainment every Friday & Saturday night from 8:30pm to 12:30am! Latin Night every other Saturday Night! Call 609.754.2396. Saturday, June 20 End of School Year Barbecue: Presented by 87FSS Youth Programs at Falcon Courts North Youth Center for ages 9 to 18 from 4 to 7:30pm.Celebrate the best time of the year with great food and friends! 609.754.5437. Spring into Summer Yard Sale: Presented by 87FSS Youth Program Smart Girls Club, Garden Terrace Youth Center, bldg. 1279 from 7 to 10am. The club will be hosting a flea marking style yard sale in the parking lot across the street from the Dix Youth Programs, and members from the community are encouraged to come out and support the Smart Girls Club by renting tables for $10 per table. The Smart Girls Club will donate all proceeds from the table rentals to the St. Jude Children Hospital as a community charitable project. 609.562.5061. Pudgy’s: Join us at Pudgy’s Sports Pub for great Top 40 DJ entertainment every Friday & Saturday night from 8:30pm to 12:30am! Latin Night every other Saturday Night! Call 609.754.2396. Sunday, June 21 – FATHER’S DAY Family Fun Bowling Day: Presented by 87FSS Bowling Lakehurst. Open to all DoD ID holders. The entire family can enjoy music, cosmic light bowling and a chance to win free game coupons, FSS Gift Cards and AMC movie tickets. Get out of the heat and get a hot chance to win some great prizes! $12 per person, children under 6 only $6, and includes 3 games of bowling, shoes and light refreshments. Bowl Red pin bowling for a chance to win free games. Red Pin bowling is when a red bowling pin is the head pin and if you get a strike you receive a free bowling game! All children 10 and under receive a goodie bag and free tee shirt. Register and pay before Friday June 20. 732.323.2027. Father’s Day Fishing Trip: Hosted by 87FSS Outdoor Recreation. Treat your dad to a day of Deep Sea Fishing for Striped Bass and Sea Bass as 87FSS Outdoor Recreation Westside charters the 60’ Skylarker fishing boat for a day on the water . Bring tip money for the mates and ODR will provide the coolers for your catch. Personal plastic coolers are ok and participants must provide your own food. There is no galley. The trip departs ODR Westside Building 6045 at 5:15am and returns no later than 5:00pm. Trip maximum is 13! Cost is $45.00/person and includes round trip transportation, poles and bait. Must be paid in full to reserve spot and signed up by Tuesday June 16th at 5pm. Call 609.562.6667/2727 for more information or to sign up. Detailed trip information sheet available at sign up. Pudgy’s: Father’s Day Cookout Monday, June 22 Transition Assistance Program GPS/TAP -­‐ 5-­‐day seminar (Lakehurst): Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. Transition Assistance Program (TAP) Goals, Planning, Success (GPS), the new VOW/VEI initiative transition program that includes the new GPS “Core Curriculum” (Financial Planning, Individual Transition Plans -­‐ ITP), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) / DTAP Benefits Briefing, and Department of Labor Employment Workshop (DOLEW). Completed DD-­‐2648 Required. Spouses are encouraged to attend. 8:00am-­‐4:30pm, Bldg. 488 Walsh Dr., JB MDL Lakehurst. Pre-­‐registration required. Call 732.323.1248 Pudgy’s: BINGO every Monday and Thursday night. Doors open at 5:30pm, games begin at 7pm with over $1,500 in prizes. You could even become a $5,000 Progressive Jackpot winner! Booklets/Triple Pack – $32 (Progressive Jackpot Game included). Additional games available for purchase, or play the Power Bingo Machine (electronic device) for $75. Call 609.754.2396. Tuesday, June 23 Therapy Dog Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children can read to therapy dogs from Furry Angels Assistance from 4 to 5pm. 609.754.2079. JB MDL Newcomers Orientation…The Way to Start!: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. If you’ve just arrived at JB MDL, regardless of branch, this program will help you find your way around America’s only tri-­‐service installation. A narrated bus tour helps you locate important resources and benefits like quality of life activities, services and programs for you and your family. Orientation includes a light breakfast, lunch and door prizes! Advance registration required. 8:00am -­‐ 4:30pm, 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. Wednesday, June 24 Initial Key Spouse Training: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. This is training held once a quarter for a Key Spouse whom has been selected by the Commander. This class will provide newly appointed Key Spouses with a basic knowledge about the resources and helping agencies on the installation and in the local community. Training topics include Suicide Prevention, Resilience Training, Communication, Identifying Helping Agencies and the True Colors Personality Assessment. 9:00am-­‐
3:00pm, Bldg. 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. Entrepreneurship Training Track: Presented by Military & Family Support Center (MFSC), 3435 Broidy Rd, JB MDL McGuire from 9:00am to 4:00pm. The Two-­‐day Transition Assistance Program (TAP) Self-­‐ Employment Intensive Training Workshop is offered in collaboration among the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University (IVMF), the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Visit www.gomdl.com, click the JB MDL Resilience button and follow the instructions. For additional information, please call 609.754.3154. Children’s Evening Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children enjoy stories, crafts, activities, book checkouts, and more, 6:30 to 7:30pm, 4th Wednesday of every month. 609.754.2079. Toastmaster Youth Leadership Program Workshops: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons in conjunction with JB MDL Toastmasters. The library is partnering with Toastmasters this summer to host a “Youth Leadership Program” for youths ages 12-­‐17. The program consists of four (4) 2-­‐hour sessions at the Library, enabling participants to develop communication and leadership skills through practical experience. Students can evaluate their present public speaking ability, organize and give speeches, give impromptu talks, give constructive feedback, read stories and perform storytelling to library children, and learn voice gestures and diversity. Great experience for young people in debate classes, job interviews, public speaking and applying for college! Workshops are free and held Wednesdays at the library from 12 to 4pm on June 24, July 1, July 8 and July 15, 2015. Registration is required. Call MSgt Lorraine Cuff at 609.754.4851. Thursday, June 25 RUN CHALLENGE: Firecracker 5K Color Run: Presented by 87FSS Fitness at Pudgy’s Sports Pub beginning at 2:30pm. Open to all DoD ID holders age 10 and up. The Firecracker 5K Color Run is an un-­‐
timed 5K race where participants, or “Color Runners”, will be doused from head to toe in different colors at each kilometer (4 color stations along the route and 1 massive color throw at the finish). Cost is $15 per runner and includes a clean white T and sunglasses for your run! Pre-­‐registration is required. Register at any 87FSS Fitness location from June 1 thru June 22! Color Runners can gather with friends at Pudgy’s after the run for a meal, snack or favorite beverage at their own expense. 609.562.2769, 609.754.6085, 732.323.7266. Sponsored in part by Wilmington University. Group Pre-­‐separation Counseling: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. Complete mandatory needs assessment counseling required for out-­‐processing. Receive Pre-­‐separation Counseling Checklist (DD Form 2648). 2:00-­‐4:00pm, Bldg. 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐
registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. Troops To Teachers: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. Great Briefing on this unique program that assists active duty military in becoming teachers. 10:00am-­‐noon, Bldg. 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. Children’s Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children enjoy stories, crafts, activities, book checkouts, and more, 10 to 11am, every Thursday. Sign Language Storytime 1st Thursday of every month! 609.754.2079. Pudgy’s: National Catfish Day Pudgy’s: BINGO every Monday and Thursday night. Doors open at 5:30pm, games begin at 7pm with over $1,500 in prizes. You could even become a $5,000 Progressive Jackpot winner! Booklets/Triple Pack – $32 (Progressive Jackpot Game included). Additional games available for purchase, or play the Power Bingo Machine (electronic device) for $75. Call 609.754.2396. Friday, June 26 Olympic Field Day: Hosted by 87FSS Youth Programs at John Mann Park, Friday, June 26 from 9am to 3pm. Open to all DoD ID holders age 6 to 18. Come and participate in events commemorating the birth of the modern Olympic Games. Olympic Day is not only a celebration that includes bounce houses, music, food and prizes, but an international effort to promote fitness and well-­‐being in addition to Olympic ideals of fair play, perseverance, respect and sportsmanship. Call any 87FSS Youth Center for more detail. International Spouses’ Group (ISG): Presented by Military & Family Support Center. Foreign born spouses from all military branches are invited to attend our monthly meetings to increase resilience, retention and readiness through educational and social activities. These meetings are open to all military spouses who would like to learn more about different cultures and diversity. The ISG meets the last Friday of each month from 11:45am to 1:45pm usually at the Military and Family Support Center, Bldg. 3435 Broidy Road, JB MDL McGuire. Call 609.754.3154 for more information and registration. 10 Steps to a Federal Position: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. A must if you are planning on seeking a Federal Position. 9:00am-­‐noon, Bldg. 3435 Broidy Rd., JB MDL McGuire. Pre-­‐
registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. Single Parent Resource Group: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. Grab your lunch and join us in the IDS Center (McGuire Fitness Center) for discussion on single parent resources and information topics. 11:30am-­‐1:00pm, IDS Center (McGuire Fitness Center), McGuire. Pre-­‐registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 609.754.3154. Pudgy’s: Join us at Pudgy’s Sports Pub for great Top 40 DJ entertainment every Friday & Saturday night from 8:30pm to 12:30am! Latin Night every other Saturday Night! Call 609.754.2396. Free Summer Concert Series (McGuire/Dix): We’re celebrating the American pastime of backyard bliss on Wednesday, June 24 with our own “Base Backyard Party” at Doughboy Field. The Marshall Tucker Band performs in concert while you grab some grub from the food truck-­‐a-­‐palooza midway. Enjoy a cold adult beverage with your exotic food truck selection while the kids play in a bouncy house. After the concert, stick around and watch a pre-­‐Independence Day fireworks display. Free and open to all DoD ID holders. Field opens at 5pm, food available from 5 to 8pm, concert begins at 6pm, and fireworks start at 9pm. Saturday June 27 Parasailing: Presented by 87FSS Outdoor Recreation for all DoD ID holders. Enjoy an experience of a lifetime! Soar high above New Jersey’s famous Long Beach Island and its beautiful beaches as you gently glide up to 500ft above the coastline. Trip for ages 5 and up, maximum of 22 participants taken. Active Duty Military cost $30, all other eligible patrons are $60 per person and includes transportation. Must be signed up and paid prior to June 23. Van leaves 87FSS Outdoor Recreation, bldg. 6045 Doughboy Loop at 9am, returning approximately 5pm. 609.562.2727. Pudgy’s: Join us at Pudgy’s Sports Pub for Latin Night tonight! Get live with Top 40 DJ entertainment from 8:30pm to 12:30am! Call 609.754.2396. Monday, June 29 Pudgy’s: BINGO every Monday and Thursday night. Doors open at 5:30pm, games begin at 7pm with over $1,500 in prizes. You could even become a $5,000 Progressive Jackpot winner! Booklets/Triple Pack – $32 (Progressive Jackpot Game included). Additional games available for purchase, or play the Power Bingo Machine (electronic device) for $75. Call 609.754.2396. Tuesday, June 30 Therapy Dog Storytime: Presented by the 87FSS Librar-­‐e & Resource Commons, bldg. 2603 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, JB MDL McGuire. Children can read to therapy dogs from Furry Angels Assistance from 4 to 5pm. 609.754.2079. Civilian Resume Writing Workshop: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. This class is a great first step to making your civilian resume the best it can be. 1:30-­‐3:30pm, Bldg. 488 Walsh Dr., JB MDL Lakehurst. Pre-­‐registration required: go to www.gomdl.com and click on the JB MDL Resilience banner or call 732.323.1248. EFMP End of School Year Bowling/Pizza Party: Presented by the Military & Family Support Center. Come out for a fun time -­‐ Free Bowling and Pizza Party for special needs families -­‐ We are interested in meeting families who may not know about the Exceptional Family Member Program’s services and what support is available! 2:00-­‐4:00pm, Dix Bowling Center, bldg. 6054 Doughboy Loop. Pre-­‐registration required at www.gomdl.com use Resilience Banner. Call 609.754.3154 for more information.