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Action Line
An Action Line has been established to allow Fort Lewis community members to express their concerns and ideas directly to the commanding general. Your issues will be addressed by the commander and his staff. The Action Line number is 967-0093.
U.S. Army Soldier Show
The U.S. Army Soldier Show returns to Fort Lewis Aug. 28 in the Carey Theater. There are two show times for this free event: 2 and 7 p.m. The show is a high-energy, live musical revue showcasing the talents of active-duty Soldiers who are selected by audition from throughout the Army.
This year’s variety show will have audience members feeling as though they are in a live television studio. For more information, call 967-4294.
Care Team training
Care Team training will take place Sept. 1 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Waller Hall in the main briefing room. Care Teams are groups of two to three trained volunteers who assist families when their Soldiers are killed or wounded. Care Teams are designed to fill the gap between notification and arrival of the families’ own support systems.
To register for the training, e-mail pamela.j.allen@conus.army.mil or call 967-8430.
Child care is available with reservations by calling Clarkmoor Hourly Care at 966-2490. Children must be registered with CYSS.
Birth announcements
The following births were reported by Madigan Army Medical Center: to
Seamans, Rachel and Steven, a boy, May 28;
Vasko, Rebecca and Steve, a girl, June 1;
Cavasos, Jody and Damien, a boy, June 2;
McKenney, Mariah and Alexander, a boy, June 3;
Barber, Joni and Tim, a boy, June 4;
Davis, Carmen and Ali, a girl, June 6;
Opperman, Nikki and Mark, a boy, June 7 ; Swainston, Sara and Joshua, a girl, June 8;
Whitlock, Melissa and Andrew, a girl, June 8;
LeRoy, Angelica and John, a boy, June 9;
Minters, Cyndie and Steven, a girl, June 9;
Morgenstern, Chantale and Jason, a boy, June 9;
Burkett, Kari and Jacob, a boy, June 11;
Couch, Ashley and James, a boy, June 11;
Orona, Michelle and Marcus, a girl, June 11;
Fulkert, Laney and Brandon, a girl, June 13;
Heck, Brandy and Jonathan, a boy, June 14;
Schulz, Kelsey and Jeffery, a girl, June 18;
Ferderer, Marisa and Stephen, a boy, June 19;
Parker, Amanda and Alan, a girl, June 21;
Lakin, Bridgett and Zachary, a girl, June 23;
Preiksaitis, Jami and Ramil, a boy, June 23;
Callaway, Sharonna and Charles, a boy, June 24;
Davley, Kelli and Rocky, a girl, June 28;
Hendren, Irina and Darin, a girl, June 29;
Allen, Shilo and Virgil, a girl, July 1;
Daniels, Llatoya and Carlos, a boy, July 2;
Martin, Tamara and Ricky, a girl, July 2;
Totten, Jennifer and Daniel, a boy, July 2;
Perez, Stefanie and Rudy, a boy, July 3;
Cambre, Pangcracha and Justin, a boy, July 4;
McLaughlin, Torri and Ryan, a boy, July 5;
Bybee, Oneta and Billy, a boy, July 7;
Guerrero, Elizabeth and Eric, a girl, July 7;
Sahagun, Rachel and Manuel, a girl, July 8;
Olson, Tiffany and Nathaniel, a girl, July 9;
Shimatsu, Loryanne and Brad, a boy, July 9;
Hernandez, Christine and Javier, a boy, July 10;
Walker, Shanna and Jeremy, a girl, July 10;
Morrison, Kaysie and Jason, a boy, July 17;
Humphrey, Shawna and Corey, a girl, July 18;
McDonald, Ynliana and Shawn, a girl, July 18;
Primacio, Olivia and Jeffery, a boy, July 19;
Wheeler, Amber and Sean, a boy, July 19;
Ortmann, Brenda and Brandon, a boy, July 20;
Tardif, Desiree and Samuel, a girl, July 20;
McKee, Elise and Donald, a boy, July 21;
Parker, Amanda and Alan, a girl, July 21;
Rutledge, Monica and Curtis, a boy, July 21;
Silver, Amanda and Bryan, a boy, July 21;
Durham, Courtney and James, a girl, July 23;
Harris, Marie-Maude Lawrence and Kevin, a boy, July 24.
‘Aloha k kou: welcome to all’
There will be an Enlisted Spouses’ Club social Tuesday at 7 p.m., at the OSC/ESC Building, off Pendleton Avenue, near the DuPont Gate.
Summertime brings out the spirit of Hawaii, even here in the great Northwest. Come out for the ESC luau — don’t forget your coconut bikini and hula skirt.
Bring your favorite luau-inspired dish, whether it’s kebabs off the barbecue, Hawaiian pizza, a macadamia nut cream pie, or just fresh-cut pineapple.
We are going to have a great time together, even if there is no tiki hut in Washington to party under. Bring a friend — the more, the merrier.
Job fair There will be a job fair sponsored by Fort Lewis Employment Readiness Service Sept. 18, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the ACS Annex, Building 2166 on Liggett Avenue at 12th Street (across from Waller Hall). Meet local employers and have the opportunity to job interview.
For moree information, call 967-7287, 966-8325 or 967-3538.
Lifeguards needed
It’s more than just a job; it’s an experience that can help save a life. American Red Cross water-safety instructors and lifeguards are needed on Fort Lewis. Certification is recognized nationwide, so you can work wherever you go.
Fort Lewis is currently looking for openers and day-shift workers for the fall. Training is free upon passing the swim test: swim 500 yards in 10 minutes; one minute treading water with a brick; 25-meter sprint; brick retrieval, stroke knowledge.
Need some practice before testing? Then try the free adult swim clinics Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Soldiers Field House Pool.
For more information, contact Amy at 967-5390.
Multicultural workshop
Join Army Community Service in the ACS classroom at Waller Hall Sept. 11 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. for the International Spouse Orientation and Mutlicultural Workshop. This program is designed to help foreign-born Soldiers and spouses understand American customs and culture. Registration is required.
For more information call 967-3633.
Lakes High School
Lakewood community members are invited to celebrate the completion of Phase 1 construction of the new Lakes High School, at 10320 Farwest Drive, Thursday at 4 p.m.
The community preview includes a tour of the new Performing Arts Center, science rooms and laboratories, music and instrument rooms, and a spotlight on the new building’s enhanced technology and security features. The walking preview will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. with refreshments, a musical performance and prizes awarded from 6 to 7 p.m.
Don’t miss this opportunity to tour Phase 1 and learn more about Phase 2, which is under construction now.
For more information, contact the Clover Park School District Community Relations Department at 583-5040.
All-City Tailgate
Harry E. Lang Stadium (6615 111th St SW, Lakewood) is the place to be Sept. 11, when Clover Park School District hosts its fifth annual All-City Tailgate event, designed to celebrate the beginning of a new school year, acknowledge the cooperative relationships the district has with local partners, showcase students and school programs and have fun.
All Lakewood, Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base community members are invited to attend. Festivities will take place from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., prior to Lakes High School’s football game against Peninsula.
A variety of entertainment and activities will be part of the event, including $1 hot dog meals — while supplies last. Participants are encouraged to wear their school colors.
For more information about the All-City Tailgate event, call the district’s community relations office at 583-5040.
GI Bill information
There will be an information session to explain the ins and outs of the new Post 9/11 GI Bill, including transferability to family members, presented by the Department of Veterans Affairs and Stone Education Center, Aug. 31, from 10 to 11 a.m., in the Stone Education Center Auditorium.
Learn whether the Montgomery GI Bill or the Post 9/11 Bill is right for you and what you need to know about transferability. For more information, contact Stone Education Center, at 967-7295; or go online at www.va.gov, or www.lewis.army.mil/eso.
Predeployment workshop
Army Community Service has tools and tips to help better prepare you for a deployment. Join ACS at the predeployment workshop Thursday at the Family Resource Center from 1:30 to 3 p.m.
To register for the workshop, call ACS at 967-8430 or e-mail pamela.j.allen@us.army.mil.
Free child care is available with prior reservations by calling Clarkmoor Hourly Care at 966-2490. Children must be registered with CYSS.
Reunion workshop
Is your Soldier coming home soon? If so, Army Community Service wants to help your reunion be the best possible experience. Join the ACS Reunion Workshop on Sept. 3 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Family Resource Center.
RSVP by calling Pamela Allen at 967-8430. You can also schedule unit or family readiness group reunion workshops.
Free child care is available with prior reservations by calling Clarkmoor Hourly Care at 966-2490. Children must be registered with CYSS.
Super sign-up The Officers’ Spouses’ and Enlisted Spouses clubs are holding their annual super sign-up Sept. 15 from noon until 6 p.m.
Come and see what the clubs are all about. Stop by to join OSC/ESC to take part in a fun and exciting year of activites such as monthly luncheons, a running club, a quilting club, Bunko, a mock dining-In, bowling, scrapbooking, scavenger hunts, and food and wine.
Drawings for door prizes will be held every 30 minutes at the OSC/ESC Building 4201 on the corner of West Way and Pendleton Avenue. The clubs will be collecting school supplies for underprivileged children.
For more information please visit www.fortlewisosc.org/.
Stress management
The Fort Lewis Family Advocacy Program will offer a weekly stress management class Sept. 1, 8, 15 and 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. in Building 2013B in the FAP conference room on the third floor.
Get a better understanding of stress and its impact on health and readiness. Identify physical and emotional reactions to stress. Learn about stress management tools and how to use them effectively.
For more information call 967-5901.
Walk For Life
Take a public and supportive stance, be proactive in suicide prevention, not reactive, by taking part in the annual Walk For Life, Sept. 9. The walk starts at 7 a.m. at Four Chaplains Memorial Chapel.
Participants will walk across Fort Lewis to the Main Post Chapel to raise awareness about the tragic problem of suicide in our community. Soldiers, DA civilians, contractors, family members, retirees — all in the Fort Lewis family — are welcome to participate. There will be a 6:30 a.m. PT warm-up and a 6:50 a.m. message before the start of the walk.
Help build a suicide-free community for all. Learn what you can do to save a life. Call your local chaplain to learn more about what you can do for those at risk to suicide. Show you care; get involved; get help.
Back-to-School Bash
CYSS is hosting a Back-to-School Bash at Memorial Stadium on Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Back-to-School Bash is a way for parents to meet with Clover Park School District administrators, find out about the many opportunities for children’s activities on post as well as:
● Register for school
● Learn about the curriculum
● Meet your Fort Lewis School Liaison Officers
● Receive information on special needs programs
● School supply lists information available
● Talk with Student Services
● Ask questions
There will be food for sale, bounce houses and games for all ages, including: bungee run, gladiator jousting, laser tag arena, race of champions, turbo bikes with inflatable race track, wrecking ball, tug of war, potato sack race, three-legged race, dunk tank. portable rock climbing wall, home run challenge, face painting, water balloon toss.
For more information call 967-2405.
Warrior Hourly Child Care Center
The Warrior Hourly Child Care Center is located adjacent to the Madigan Army Medical Center parking area in Building 9037 on Gardner Loop. The mission of the Warrior Center is to provide quality child care for Soldiers assigned to the Warrior Transition Battalion; however, all families registered with CYSS may use the facility on a space-available basis.
Child care reservations can be made two weeks in advance. The staff provides child care for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old while Soldiers or family members attend medical appointments or use Army Family Covenant respite-care hours.
The center hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. To use the facility, families must complete a free registration at the CYSS Central Registration, Building 2295 at 12th and Bitar. Call 967-2494 to make a registration appointment. New patrons are offered the initial first hour of child care free. There is a minimum reservation of two hours. Warrior Hourly Care Center also offers an early-bird special through Oct. 31.
Cost is 50 percent off from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. with a minimum two-hour reservation.
To make hourly child care reservations at the Warrior Center, call 968-5656.
Workshop for parents
Well-informed parents can help their children accept and have a better understanding of the separation from a loved one due to a deployment. Parents can anticipate and defuse potential problems by planning ahead and discussing the challenges of deployment with the entire family.
Army Community Service offers workshops designed to help parents understand the challenges children face and steps to take to help everyone cope more effectively. The next workshop is Aug. 27 from 6 to 7 p.m., at ACS in Waller Hall.
To register, call ACS at 967-8430 or e-mail pamela.j.allen@us.army.mil.
Child care is available with prior reservations by calling Clarkmoor Hourly Care at 966-2490. Children must be registered with CYSS.
Fall bowling leagues
Looking for something fun to do this winter? Join a bowling league at Bowl Arena Lanes. Leagues are a great way to make new friends, get together with old friends and have fun indoors this winter.
Bowl Arena Lanes offers a youth league program during the school year on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. and adult mixed-leagues for all levels of bowlers on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday evenings during the winter months.
For more information or to sign up, call or visit Bowl Arena Lanes at 2272 Liggett Avenue, 967-4661.
Special Olympics bowling
Special Olympics bowling is open to everyone ages 8 to 18, with or without special needs. Registration dates are Monday to Sept. 5. There will be a parent meeting Sept. 10. Practice begins Sept. 15 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Fort Lewis Bowl Arena Lanes.
The cost is $45. For more information, call 967-2494.
Fall SKIES registration
SKIES Unlimited stands for Schools of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills. It is an Army program that offers instructional programming in academics, arts, life skills and sports for children ranging in age from infants through teens.
The SKIES goal is to offer inspiring classes to nurture the development of Fort Lewis children, youth and families while creating opportunities for community and connection. Registration is under way for the fall season.
For a full class listing, visit fortlewismwr.com/SKIES_Unlimited.htm. Register for SKIES classes at Central Registration, Building 2295. Children must be registered for SKIES classes by the fourth Friday of each month.
For more information, call 967-2494.
West Point Society Picnic
All West Point graduates, families and friends are invited to the annual West Point Society picnic at the Tall Firs site at Russell Landing on American Lake, Sunday, from noon until dusk. Bring your favorite dish, bring your family and enjoy the fun, sponsored by the West Point Society of Washington and Puget Sound.
RSVP to Stephanie at (360) 413-0195 or e-mail info@transnorthwest.com/.
Red Cross
The American Red Cross on Fort Lewis/McChord/MAMC is conducting a Volunteer Needs Assessment. Their mission is to seek new volunteer opportunities for their volunteer staff.
If you think you could use a volunteer in your area, contact Debbie Dustman at 968-1055, fax at 968-3450, or e-mail at dustmand@usa.redcross.org.
K-8 online program
Clover Park School District has partnered with Federal Way School District’s Internet Academy to offer online learning to kindergarteners through eighth-graders living on Fort Lewis.
Parents can register students starting Monday. Registration packets for the Clover Park Online Program may be obtained on the district’s Web site (www.cloverpark.k12.wa.us) or picked up in Room 12 at Clover Park School District’s Student Services Center (10903 Gravelly Lake Drive SW in Lakewood).
Registration packets can also be mailed by calling 583-5390.
Welcome information from the Internet Academy will be e-mailed to students and parents starting Sept. 1. Students will complete the bulk of their work from home, but will receive eight hours each week of “face time” with an online coordinator. Specific schedules (dates and times for on-site contact) will be communicated to the parents following completion of the enrollment process.
For more information about online learning, call Deb Shanafelt at 583-5390.
AFAP input
Do you have concerns about Army life?
Since 1983, the Army Family Action Plan has been the driving force behind hundreds of Army policy changes and program improvements. You can play an important role in AFAP.
Submit your issues at www.lewis.army.mil/ctr_of_excellence/acs/Survey/afap.htm or call 967-3689.
Deadline for submissions is Sept. 11.
Waiting Families Support Group The Waiting Families Support Group is open to family members of active-duty Soldiers on unaccompanied tours or extended TDY. It is a place to exchange ideas on how to cope with unique problems faced during a sponsor’s absence and have some light-hearted fun.
WFSG offers help in many ways. It provides information on community events and ACS programs. It offers short-term crisis intervention services; and when needed, acts as a liaison with military and civilian agencies. WFSG also addresses practical aspects of separation and relocation. Children are welcome.
WFSG meets the first Wednesday of each month at Waller Hall, ACS Room 400, from 6 to 8 p.m.
For more information call 967-3633.
Gate hours and locations
Fort Lewis gate hours and locations:
● Liberty (Main), 24 hours, 7 days a week, I-5 Exit 120 to Main Post;
● 41st Division (North Fort), 24 hours, 7 days a week, I-5 Exit 120 to North Fort;
● Logistics Center, 5 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (closed on federal holidays), I-5 Exit 123 — Thorne Lane;
● Madigan, 24 hours, 7 days a week, I-5 Exit 122 — Berkeley Street;
● East Gate, 24 hours, 7 days a week, East Gate Road and 4th Division Drive (connects to SR 507);
● DuPont Gate, 5 a.m. to 9 p.m., 7 days a week, I-5 Exit 119;
● D Street (POV), 5 a.m. to 9 p.m., 7 days a week, access to North Fort from DuPont-Steilacoom Road;
● D Street (CVIP), 5 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday to Friday (closed on federal holidays), same as D Street (POV);
● Scouts Out, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., 7 days a week (closed on federal holidays), 2nd Division Range Road;
● Transmission Line (ASP), 5:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday (closed on federal holidays), Transmission Line Road;
● Center Drive (outbound only), 4 to 6 p.m., Monday to Thursday, 3 to 6 p.m. on Friday (closed on federal holidays), adjacent to the Regional Confinement Facility;
● I Street Gate (North Fort) (inbound only), 5 to 9 a.m., Monday to Friday (closed on federal holidays), 1 1⁄2 miles north of DuPont Exit 119, just off DuPont-Steilacoom Road;
● Lincoln-Rainier Gate, 5:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 7 days a week, from off post — access via Perimeter Road/150th Street; from on post — access via Rainier Drive and Lincoln Street on the Logistics Center.
McChord gate hours and locations:
● Main Gate, 24 hours, 7 days a week, I-5 Exit 125 (Bridgeport Way);
● Barnes Gate, 5:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., 7 days a week, Perimeter Road, approximately 1/2 mile from the Lincoln Boulevard gate exit of Fort Lewis;
● Commercial Vehicle Inspection Point 5 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday (closed on federal holidays), Perimeter Road approximately 1⁄4 mile from the Lincoln Boulevard gate exit of Fort Lewis;
● Woodbrook Housing Gate, 6 to 9 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday, I-5 Exit 124 — Gravelly Lake.
Calendar
The following holidays and days of no scheduled activities are planned:
● Sept. 4, DONSA
● Sept. 7, Labor Day
● Oct. 9, DONSA
● Oct. 12, Columbus Day
● Nov. 11, Veterans Day
● Nov. 26, Thanksgiving
● Nov. 27, DONSA
● Dec. 24, DONSA
● Dec. 25, Christmas
● Dec. 31, DONSA
● Jan. 1, New Year’s Day
● Jan. 15, DONSA
● Jan. 18, MLK Day
● Feb. 12, DONSA
● Feb. 15, Presidents Day
Attention
Event announcements must be received no later than the Friday before publication. They can be e-mailed to nwgeditor@nwguardian.com.Announcements can be viewed online at NWGuardian.com.
The Northwest Guardian office is located in the basement of Building 2026-B.
For more information, call 967-0173.