Monday, December 15, 2014

Dec. 15, 2014

TODAY/THIS WEEK

EQCC MEETING, postponed until Jan. 13, 2015:
IAW AR 200-1, the Garrison Commander will chair the Environmental Quality Control Committee Meeting Monday at the FS Central Energy Plant (Bldg 1412) on McFarland Avenue. The meeting will be held from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., Jan. 13.




WARRIOR LEADER COURSE GRADUATION, Tuesday:
The Fort Stewart NCO Academy Warrior Leader course, Class 02-15, will graduate Tuesday at Newman Fitness Center, 11 a.m.  Doors open at 10:45 a.m. The uniform for military attendees is ACU's and for the civilians proper attire. Please call SSG Jones, 912-435-2506 for more information.

HIRING EVENT, Tuesday & Wednesday:
Joint Aviation Command, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday. SFL-TAP Center, Bldg. 1289. For more information and to register, call 912-315-5854.

CONTROLLED BURNING, ongoing:
Fort Stewart's Forestry Branch is in the midst of a controlled burn season and will be conducting controlled burns at various locations on the Installation each week. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use extra caution when traveling through areas that may be affected by smoke. For more information, please contact Amanda Price at 912-767-2010.

NEWCOMERS WELCOME FAIR, Dec. 17:
The Newcomers Welcome Fair scheduled for Dec 17 will begin at 8 a.m. at Club Stewart.  All Soldiers and Families attending should be at the Club by 7:30 a.m.  For questions, please call Carol Stone, Division Family Readiness Program Coordinator, at 912-320-5259.

HUNTER CIF CLOSURE, Dec. 18: 
The Hunter Army Airfield Central Issue Facility and Supply Support Activity will be closed on Dec 18th, starting at 11:00 a.m. and will re-open with normal business hours on Dec 19th.  For emergencies call 435-0240.

SECURITY DIVISION OFFICE CLOSURE, Dec. 18:
Both the Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield Registration Offices will be closed Dec. 18 for the Security Division Christmas Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Offices will re-open with normal business hours on Dec. 19.

AMMUNITION SUPPLY POINT CLOSURE, Dec. 19:
The Ammunition Supply Point will be closed on Dec 19th, starting at 11:00 a.m. and will re-open with normal business hours on Dec 22nd.  For emergencies call 435-0240.
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DECEMBER/OTHER HEADLINES

CHAPEL HOLIDAY SCHEDULE:
Main Post Chapel; Christmas Eve Mass, 5 p.m., Main Post Chapel; Protestant Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 7 p.m., Hunter Chapel; Protestant Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 7 p.m., Main Post Chapel; Christmas Day Mass, 10 a.m., Main Post Chapel; Christmas Day Mass, 11 a.m., Hunter Chapel; Gospel Watch Night Service, Dec 31, 10 p.m., Main Post Chapel; Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Mass, Jan. 1, 10 a.m., Main Post Chapel; New Year’s Mass, 11 a.m., Hunter Chapel. For more information, call 912-332-3658.

VETERINARY TREATMENT FACILITY HOLIDAY SCHEDULE:
The Fort Stewart Veterinary Treatment Facility will be closing early Dec. 18 for a clinic holiday gathering. They will be closed Dec. 25 and 26. On Dec. 31, the HAAF facility will not be open and the Fort Stewart Clinic will close at noon.  They will also be closed Jan. 1 be open Jan. 2 for normal business hours.  As of now they are not performing any surgeries for privately owned animals and do not know when we will resume.  POC: Christina Samfilippo 767-4194/0357

FORT STEWART CIF CLOSURE, Dec. 22:
The Fort Stewart Central Issue Facility and Supply Support Activity will be closed on Dec 22nd, starting at 11:00 a.m. and will re-open with normal business hours on Dec 23rd.  For emergencies call 435-0240.

DPTMS, TRAINING DIVISION HOLIDAY CLOSURES: 
Range Control, Training Support Center & Mission Training Complex will be closed Dec. 19 for Safety Stand Down, Award Ceremonies & Christmas Celebrations.  DPTMS, Training Division, Range Control hours of operation will be 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. from Dec. 18 - Jan. 2; closed weekends.  Normal operating hours will resume Jan. 5. 

CENTRALIZED WASH FACILITY HOURS: 
The Marne Centralized Wash Facility hours of operation during the Christmas Holiday Period are: 1/2-Day Schedules Dec. 22-31, 8 a.m. to noon.  It will be CLOSED 25-28 Dec and 1-4 Jan 15; CURRENTLY, NO CUSTOMER IS SCHEDULED FROM 20 Dec - 4 Jan.

ACS CLOSURE:
ACS at both Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield will be closed Dec. 26 and Jan. 2, to include Army Emergency Relief. For AER assistance you may contact the American Red Cross. Victim Advocate will still be available. For questions, please call 912-767-5058 or 912-315-6816.

RECYCLE YOUR LIVE CHRISTMAS TREE, Dec. 26-Jan. 9:
In support of its annual Bring One for the Chipper campaign, Keep Fort Stewart-HAAF Beautiful will be collecting live Christmas Trees from Dec. 26-Jan. 9. Drop-off locations are the PX parking lots on Fort Stewart and Hunter. The trees will be used either as fish and wildlife habitats throughout the Installation or will be mulched for use at the Fort Stewart Central Energy Plant. For more information, please call 912-767-6573/5729.


FINANCE CUSTOMER SERVICE HOURS, Jan. 5:
Effective January 5, 2015, the 24th Financial Management Support Unit customer service hours for the Soldier Support Center (Building 253) are as follows: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Thursday 1-3 p.m.; Closed Daily noon-1 p.m. (Lunch); closed all Training Holidays. For more information call 912-767-0155.

TAX CENTERS FOR FORT STEWART AND HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD, Jan. 29:
Tax season is almost here! The Marne Tax Centers at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield will be open Jan. 29-April 30. Tax Preparers will be available to assist Solders, Family Members, and Retirees from 8:45 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Full service assistance for walk-in or drop-off returns. Please bring military IDs and Social Security Cards, all statements of income (i.e., W-2 forms and 1099 forms), rental property documents, mortgage interest statements, etc. For more information, please call the Fort Stewart Tax Center at (912) 767-1040 or the Hunter Army Airfield Tax Center at (912) 315-3675.


NEW RESILIENCY TRAINING, Jan. 12-15:
ACS is gearing up for its next resiliency training for Family Members, Soldiers and DA Civilians, Jan,12-15.  This four-day course has ALL BRAND NEW MATERIAL and will help individuals and couples grow and learn how to bounce back from difficult challenges. Advance registration is required. Call 912-767-3863 to sign up or for more information.

AUDITIONS FOR “CELEBRATING YOUTH” Talent Showcase, Jan 17: 
The Fort Stewart Multicultural Gospel Service, hosts the “Celebrating Youth” Talent Showcase Feb. 21, 2015 at the Main Post Chapel, 7 p.m.  Auditions  (for youth ages 5-19) are Jan. 17 at the Liberty Performing Arts Center in Hinesville, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  To register call (323) 871-8554 or email celebratingyouth@celebratingyouth.net.  Visit the “Celebrating Youth” website at www.celebratingyouth.net

FOREIGN BORN SPOUSE MEETINGS:
Are you a foreign born spouse?  Feeling lonely, homesick or isolated? Join other foreign-born spouses for our monthly meeting and potluck, 10 a.m. to noon, Second Wednesday of every Month, building 86. Call 912-767-5058 for more information.

ACS WELCOME PACKETS:
Welcome packets available on-line. ACS Relocation program now offers digital Welcome Packets on the Team Stewart website. Visit www.stewart.army.mil then under Newcomers’ dropdown list, click on Newcomer’s Welcome Guide. For questions, please call 912-767-5058 or 912-315-6816.

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JINGLE BELL GOLF SCRAMBLE SET FOR WEDNESDAY, Dec. 17:
Dress in the holiday spirit and be a part of the Jingle Bell Scramble, hosted by the Commanding General, at Taylors Creek Golf Course on Wednesday, Dec. 17. The four-person scramble will have a shotgun start at noon. Lunch will be provided. Prizes awarded following play.  The cost is $35 per person. Sponsors are Coca-Cola, Vaden Nissan-Hinesville, and Budweiser. For more information, call 912-767-2370.

PASS & PERMIT RIFLE RANGE TO CLOSE FOR MAINTENANCE: 
Due to mandatory maintenance and environmental work in the B4 training area, the Pass & Permit Rifle Range will be closed Dec. 19, Dec. 21, Dec. 27 and Dec. 31. The range also will be closed on Jan. 1, Jan. 2, Jan. 3, Jan 17, Jan. 19 and Jan. 24. For more information, call 912-435-8061.

NEW YEAR'S EVE BOWLING SPECIAL AT MARNE BOWLING CENTER, Dec. 31:
Let the good times bowl at the Marne Bowling Center, building 402, starting at 3 p.m. Dec. 31. Party favors, complimentary toast at midnight and watch the ball drop on one of four flat screen TVs while you bowl. Early Bird Special (3-5:30 p.m.): $39.95; Family Fun Special (6-8:30 p.m.): $45.95, and Adult Party Special (9-12:30 p.m.): $54.95. All specials include unlimited bowling for up to six people, shoe rentals, large cheese or pepperoni pizza and bottomless pitcher of soda. For more information, call 912-767-4866.

DAYTONA 500 TICKETS FOR ALL RACES AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT LEISURE TRAVEL OFFICES: 
Sales of Daytona 500 tickets are under way at the Stewart/Hunter Leisure Travel Offices. Prices vary depending on seats. For more information, call 912-767-2841(Stewart) or 912-315-3674 (Hunter). Tickets are available for the Budweiser Duel & Sprint Fanzone Race on Feb. 19; the Daytona 300 Xfinity Race & Sprint Fanzone Race on Feb. 21 and the Daytona 500 & Sprint Fanzone Race on Feb. 22.

FMWR HOLIDAY HOURS, CLOSINGS AVAILABLE ONLINE:
The Christmas and New Year’s Holiday closures and change of hours of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation facilities are available by going to the following links: Fort Stewart FMWR Facility Holiday Hours- http://www.stewartmwr.com <http://www.stewartmwr.com> ;  Hunter FMWR Facility Holiday Hours- http://www.huntermwr.com <http://www.huntermwr.com>.