TODAY/THIS WEEK - October 17
DPW ORGANIZATION DAY CLOSURE, Today:
The Directorate of Public Works will be closed Today due to
its Organization Day. Normal duty hours and services will resume Monday.
However, the work order desk and maintenance services will still be available.
For work orders, please call 912-767-2883 for Fort Stewart and 912-408-2466 for
HAAF.
DPTMS ORGANIZATION DAY CLOSURE, Today:
The Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization, and
Security will be closed Friday due to its organization day. Normal duty hours
and services will resume Monday. For more information, call 912-767-3772.
HAAF FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE, Saturday:
The Hunter Army Airfield Fire Department will be
conducting an open house event Saturday, at 01 Gannam Ave, Balfour Betty
housing office. The event will run from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Come out and enjoy free
food, fire department display and kids events. For more information, call
912-315-2009.
SAVE THOSE JUGS!
Now that you have finished drinking the liquids (milk,
tea, juice, etc.) out of those 1-gallon milk jugs, don't throw them away! Save
them for a recycle project that the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare
and Recreation will be creating AGAIN this year for the Christmas holiday
season. Your contribution goes toward making igloos and other seasonal
products. You have to see them to believe these awesome scenic display made
from your very own recycles! Drop your rinsed-out jugs off at the Fort Stewart
FMWR building 443 between the hours of 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. For more
information, call 912-767-4316.
STEWART-HAAF RECYCLING POLICY, ongoing:
The FS/HAAF Recycling Center will only take personal
e-waste from those living on post. This includes computers, printers,
keyboards, telephones, DVD players, modems, etc. No government e-waste will be
accepted at the recycling center. Government e-waste shall be taken to Defense
Logistics Agency Disposal Services (formerly DRMO) with a completed 1348 form,
even if the item(s) is/are not on your property book. For those living off
post, please contact your local community recycling center for disposal information.
For more information call 912-767-8880.
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OCTOBER/OTHER HEADLINES
FACEBOOK TOWNHALL, Oct. 22:
Fort Stewart-Hunter Airfield
holds the quarterly Facebook Town Hall Meeting at www.facebook.com/3rd.Infantry.Division,
3-4 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. The Facebook Town Hall provides an interactive
feedback venue. The Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield Garrison Command
Teams and their staffs will answer your questions divided into 9 threads. Community members will be invited to place
their question or comment into one of the nine following threads: Town Hall
Thread 1 - Chaplain question or comments; Town Hall Thread 2 - MEDDAC; Town
Hall Thread 3 - DENTAC; Town Hall Thread 4 - Public Works; Town Hall Thread 5 -
Safety and Emergency; Town Hall Thread 6 - Child care, Schools, FRGs or
Recreation activities; Town Hall Thread 7 - Commissary or AAFES; Town Hall
Thread 8 - Hunter Army Airfield Specific; and Town Hall Thread 9 -
Miscellaneous questions or comments.
FRG BROWN BAG, Monday:
ACS will be hosting another FRG Brownbag event Monday, 10
a.m.-noon in building 87. Meet other FRG members from units, discuss what
works, best practices and have some fun. The topic will be recruiting
volunteers and Holiday/Event planning. Please call FS (912) 767-1257.
DESIGNATED UNIT SECURITY MANAGERS COURSE AVAILABLE,
Tuesday-Oct. 24:
IAW FORSCOM Supplement 1 to 380-5, referencing Designated
Unit Security Managers, each battalion/activity is required to appoint a DUSM
on orders. The DPTMS Security Division SETA Branch conducts a 4 day Security
Managers Course (SMC) to prepare individuals to take on the role of DUSM. This
will include Information, Personnel, Industrial, Physical, Communication
Security, Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) and much more. The next course
is Tuesday-Oct. 24. Prospective DUSM must bring with them their DUSM
Appointment Letter. All 3rd ID individuals requiring training must contact Al
Temple, alan.j.temple2.civ@mail.mil
or 912-435-9763. Training will be held in Bldg 626A, room 102. Classes are 9
a.m.-5 p.m. daily. For Garrison and tenant units to register contact Douglas C.
Brewster, douglas.c.brewster.civ@mail.mil
or 912-767-1888. Email is preferred.
CPAC ADMIN TRAINING CLASS, Oct. 24:
The Fort Stewart Civilian Personnel Advisory Center will
be hosting an Administrative Training Class.
The class is designed to keep administrative Personnel and New Managers
abreast of new policies and procedures occurring within the HR community. The
training is 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24 at the SFC Paul R. Smith
Education Center, 100 Knowledge Drive Bldg 100 on Fort Stewart in the
auditorium.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR ACES COLLEGE GRADUATION
CEREMONY, Oct 26:
The 33rd Annual College Graduation is 7 p.m. Nov. 14 at
the Main Post Chapel. The event is open to all Military, Family Members,
Retirees, and employees if you are within nine semester hours of completing
degree requirements or have earned a degree, certificate or diploma since Jan,
2013. Students in off-post schools can register at http://www.stewart.army.mil/info.asp?e=EDU&p=Participate
in Commencement Ceremony. For more information, call 912-767-8331.
HAAF LAO CLOSURE, Oct. 27 & 28:
The Hunter Army Airfield Legal Assistance office will be
closed Oct. 27 and 28. The office will re-open Oct. 29 at 8:30 a.m. For more
information, call 912-315-6417.
STATE OF THE GARRISON, Oct. 28 & 31:
The Garrison workforce is invited to attend the Fort
Stewart State of the Garrison workforce brief, Oct. 28, 1-3 p.m., at the Main
Post Chapel and the Hunter AAF State of the Garrison workforce brief, Oct. 31,
9-11 a.m., at the Hunter Chapel. Please
be sure to be seated 15-30 minutes prior to start of event. This event will be your primary place of duty
during this time. For more information call 912-767-7843/0443.
VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT TRAINING CLASS, Oct. 29:
ACS Army Volunteer Corps is hosting a Volunteer
Management Training Class, Oct. 29 from 9-11 a.m. at Hunter Army Airfield,
building 1286, room 167. The training
will include recruitment techniques, interviewing skills, orientation
requirements, record keeping, recognition, evaluation, dismissal, and position
descriptions. Please call 912-767-0248
or 767-1257 to register for the training.
HAAF TRICK OR TREAT SCHEDULE, Oct. 31:
The Hunter AAF military community will allow ghost and
goblins (residents and guests) to participate in Halloween Trick-or-Treat
throughout the installation and within the housing areas from 6–8 p.m., Oct.
31. For more information, call 912-315- 5617.
MARNE DIVISION BALL:
Come celebrate the 3rd Infantry Division’s 97th Birthday at beautiful Jekyll Island. The Division Ball is at the Jekyll Island Convention Center on Friday, Nov. 21 starting at 5:30 p.m. Guests are given the option of a fine chicken or steak meal and a memento. The evening also includes a guest speaker, dancing, and a photographer on site to commemorate the evening. Ticket prices will be published soon with sales beginning in October. Keep watching the 3rd Infantry Division Facebook page or our Marne Message Blog Spot at http://marnemessage.blogspot.com/, for additional information.
RESILIENCY V3 TRAINING COMING SOON, Nov. 3-6:
Resiliency Training for Family Members, Soldiers and DA
Civilians! ACS is proud to announce that all ACS Resiliency Instructors have
been certified on Version III. This
version will debut the week of Nov. 3–6.
Please call Becky Sellars at (912) 767- 3863 to register or more
information.
HEALTH BENEFITS FAIR, Nov. 18-19:
The Fort Stewart Health Benefits Fair is scheduled 8
a.m.-4 p.m., Nov. 18-19, at the Fort Stewart Education Center in rooms 240 and
242 on Nov. 18 and in rooms 249 and 250 on Nov. 19. Vendor representatives
offer information on health, vision, and dental insurance programs to our
civilian employees. For further
information contact Tamika Brown at 767-1287; or the programs at http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/rates/index.asp.
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FMWR NEWS
FORT STEWART FALL CARNIVAL, Today-Sunday:
Pay-as-you-go Carnival at Walker Field (adjacent to
Bennett Sports Complex) will be open today-Sunday. Adult and children’s rides,
plus food concessions and skill games. Hours of operation will be today 6-11
p.m., Saturday noon -11 p.m. and Sunday 1-11 p.m. Ride fees will range from 3-4
tickets per ride. Carnival-goers can save by purchasing tickets in quantity or
by purchasing arm bands for unlimited rides for the night. No weapons, pets,
coolers or food allowed on site. For more information, call 912-767-6212.
‘DAWN OF THE ZOMBIES 5K RUN PACKET PICKUPS, Today,
Saturday:
Packets for the “Dawn of the Zombies 5K Run at Holbrook
Pond” can be picked up today from noon until 5 p.m. at Holbrook Outdoor
Recreation Equipment Rental Office, located in building 8325 off Highway 144
East. The run will get under way at 8 a.m. Saturday. On the day of the run,
packet pickup starts at 7 a.m. at the registration table located across from
the Holbrook Pond Recreation Office, building 8340 (as you drive around the
pond it is located on the south side). For more information, call 912-767-2515
or e-mail courtney.s.cameron.naf@mail.mil
<mailto:courtney.s.cameron.naf@mail.mil>
.
LARGE CALIBER RIFLE SHOOT, Sunday:
Large rifle shoot, at the Small Arms November Range on
Sunday, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Opportunity for Soldiers, Retirees, Army Civilians,
and civilian guests to sight-in large caliber weapons at distances of 25, 50
and 100 meters only. All rifle calibers authorized. Paper targets provided.
Shooting benches available at range. Cost is $5 for two hours. Pay at the
range. For additional details, call 912-435-8061 or 912-767-4316.
SESAME STREET / USO EXPERIENCE FOR MILITARY FAMILIES @ STEWART , Tuesday & Wednesday:
Sesame Street and the USO bring furry, fuzzy and friendly
Muppets to Newman Fitness Center, building 439, for shows at 6 p.m. on Tuesday
and Wednesday. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Military Families and their children are invited
to see the show featuring Katie, a military kid on Sesame Street who is moving
to a new place. Free tickets available at FMWR building 443 (Suite 163);
Stewart Bowling Center, building 450; Stewart Leisure Travel (building 419) and
Hunter Leisure Travel (building 6020). For more information, call 912-767-6212.
STEWART/HUNTER OPERATION RISING STAR CONTESTANT SIGN-UP:
Singers from Stewart/Hunter who want to compete in
Operation Rising Star have until Wednesday to sign up at either the Stewart
Recreation Office in room 125 of building 443, or at the Stewart or Hunter
Leisure Travel office. No charge to compete. Open to Active Duty, National
Guard or Reserve from any branch of service, or Family Members 18 years of age
or older. The three rounds of the local Operation Rising Star competition will
be in Thunder Run restaurant at Club Stewart, Oct. 23, Oct. 27 and Oct. 29.
First prize is $500, second $250 and third $100. Family Readiness Groups or
units are eligible to win the Spirit Award -- $300 toward their unit funds – or
other prizes, regardless of whether they have a competitor in the competition.
For more information, call 912-767-4316.
CROSSFIT FORT STEWART WARRIOR CHALLENGE 2014, Oct. 25:
Registration continues for the CrossFit Fort Stewart
Warrior Challenge on Oct. 25 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Caro Fitness Center,
building 708. Sign-up ends Oct. 22. Cost is $35 per person. Register at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/Stewartrectrac.html. Contestants in eight divisions must complete
three high-intensity, varied, functional movement workouts. Soldiers, Family
Members and Army Civilians are invited to compete. For more information, call
912-767-4763.
COASTAL EMPIRE BOURBON DINNER AT STEWART, Oct. 25:
Experience a six-course, bourbon-themed gourmet meal
featuring bourbon-inspired foods that reflect the complex taste and character
of the original American spirit. Cocktail hour features bourbon appetizers.
Serving begins 6 p.m. in Thunder Run at Club Stewart. Meet Phil Prichard,
master distiller of fine spirits from Kelso, Tenn. Limited seating by
reservation only taken until Oct. 23. Cost is $75 per person. For more
information, call 912-767-4717.
COLE BROS. CIRCUS AT STEWART, Oct. 29-30:
The circus will set up at Fort Stewart’s Donovan Field
(National Guard Training Area) for shows at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 29
and Oct. 30. See traditional circus acts, clowns, elephants, and Bengal tigers.
Tickets available at FMWR building 443 (Suite 163), Stewart Bowling Center, and
Stewart/Hunter Leisure Travel Offices. Adult general admission $16; reserved
seating, add $4; VIP seating, add $7. Children age 13 and under, general
admission free with a paid adult and coupon from www.gotothecircus.com <http://www.gotothecircus.com> or
various MWR facilities. Can be upgraded for an additional fee. For more
information, call 912-767-6212.
SIGN-UP FOR "THE ROCK" BODY BUILDING &
FIGURE CONTEST, Nov. 1:
Early registration, at a lower fee, closes Friday (Oct.
17) for The Rock Body Building & Figure Contest Nov. 1 at Woodruff Theater
on Fort Stewart. Cost to register until Friday is $25. Fee after that is $35.
There is an additional crossover fee of $15. Sign up at Newman Fitness Center.
Awards will be presented for first, second and third-place. The cost for
spectators is $5 for pre-judging and $10 for the finals. Spectators 13 and
under are free. Sponsors are Veterans United, Omni Financial and USA Living.
For more information, call 912-767-3031 or 912-767-9336.
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COASTAL HAPPENINGS (Events scheduled in the local area
are considered public information, and mention of these events does not
constitute sponsorship or endorsement.)
BIHS YARD SALE, Saturday:
Bradwell Institute High School Community Yard Sale,
Saturday, from 8 a.m.-noon; setup at 7 a.m. at 100 Pafford Drive in Hinesville.
Location is parking lot off General Screven Way just 1 block from Gate 1. Set
up and spaces are FREE!! Tables are
available for rent if needed. All families and individuals are invited to
participate and come by to support our school. Bring unsold items from the
Post-Wide Yard Sale for a second chance at putting money in your pocket.
Donations are also welcomed. For more information call Bradwell at 912-876-6121
and leave a message for Ms. P. Woodard.
TOYS FOR TOTS GOLF TOURNAMENT, Oct. 25:
Community Members are invited to this year's Toys For
Tots Golf Tournament, Oct. 25 at the Taylor’s Creek Golf Course. Last year, they served 2439 children, 879 of
which were military dependent children. The event will begin with a shotgun
start at 1 p.m. Registration opens at Noon.
The registration/Entry Fee is $250 per 4 person team. Gift Bags for each registered team/meal
provided. Registration fees due by Oct.
20. Contact Jennifer Darsey at
912-368-4282 for registration and additional information.
MARNE COMMUNITY CLUB:
Community Members are encouraged to learn more about the
Marne Community Club and their efforts at http://www.marnecommunityclub.com. The club is a great way to help make a
difference in the community and has a number of exciting events scheduled for
October and beyond.
MCSC LOW COUNTRY BOIL AND MORE, Nov. 1:
Come join the fun and show your support Nov. 1 6 p.m. at
the Richmond Hill City Center. Tables of 8 are just $200. Individual tickets
are $25. Includes traditional Low Country Boil Dinner, opportunities to win
prizes, live and silent auction. Live entertainment. Cash Bar.
Get your tickets at http://www.marnecommunityclub.com/product-category/boil-and-baskets/. MCSC donates thousands of dollars to
community outreach, academic scholarships and grants.
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ADMIN NOTES
MARNE MESSAGE SUBMISSIONS:
The Marne Message submission email address is USARMY Fort
Stewart ID List ALL Message Request (on the global) or typed as: usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.all-message-request@mail.mil.
In order to keep the Marne Message timely and concise, limit submissions to 75
words or less. Do not use military times. Attachments cannot be included, but
links to more online information can. Only official installation, MWR, or
command directed messages are considered. Marne Messages are posted daily at www.stewart.army.mil, and www.facebook.com/3rd.Infantry.Division>.
MESSAGES HAVE A 3-DAY RUN LIMIT; you may, however, re-submit after 3rd day for
continuations. Please submit your messages by 9:45 a.m. daily for inclusion in
the same-day message.
WANT TO GET MARNE MESSAGES?:
Individuals wishing to get the Marne Message, who do not
have a Fort Stewart - Hunter Military Email Account, can visit the 3rd Infantry
Division on Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/3rd.Infantry.Division If you have a Fort Stewart - Hunter Military
Email Account and don’t automatically get the Marne Message, you can request an
account by sending an email to “USARMY Ft Stewart 3 ID Mailbox Marne Message”
or usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.all-message-request@mail.mil.
If you have questions, concerns, or problems, please call Public Affairs at
(912) 435-9872.
IF YOU HAVE PCS'D:
If you have moved and are no longer assigned to
Fort Stewart or Hunter Army Airfield, follow these instructions to change your
duty location. Go to Milconnect at https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/milconnect,
login, select the "My profile" tab, select "Update and View My
Profile", select the tab that corresponds to your current role in DoD
(i.e. Mil, CIV, CTR, etc). On the duty
installation drop down menu select your correct duty location. Your name will be removed from Marne Message
distribution lists at the next scheduled update which is performed monthly
