TODAY/THIS WEEK
(Tuesday) FOREIGN BORN SPOUSE MEETING:
Fort Stewart and Hunter foreign-born spouses are invited
to attend this month’s Foreign-born Spouse Program meeting Tuesday at 10 a.m.
at Ft. Stewart’s Army Community Service (ACS), building 86. This month we will be hosting a Cooking
Workshop, so come, meet other foreign-born spouses, and learn some tips on
healthy cooking! For more information,
please call (912) 767-5058.
(Thursday) LEGAL ASSISTANCE OFFICE REDUCED SERVICES:
The Legal Assistance Office will be open for reduced
services only on Thursday. Individuals
may obtain Powers of Attorney and notary services, but will not be able to
schedule appointments or meet with attorneys Thursday. As a reminder, Legal
Assistance Office hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9-11:30
a.m., 1-4:30 p.m. and Thursday from 1-4:30 p.m.
Also, Soldiers can obtain Powers of Attorney and Ad Valorem at their
respective Brigade Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30-11:30 a.m.,
1-5 p.m.
(Thursday) TRIAL DEFENSE OFFICE CLOSURE:
The TDS offices on Ft. Stewart and HAAF will be closed
Thursday for training purposes. For more information, call 912-767-4398.
(Friday) ACS CLOSURE:
ACS will be closed Friday on both Fort Stewart and Hunter
Army Airfield for quarterly Professional Development. Victim Advocates will still be
available. For questions, please call
(912) 767-5058 or (912) 315-6816.
(Friday) ACS CLOSURE:
ACS at both Fort Stewart and Hunter will be closed
Friday. Essential services such as Victim Advocates will still be available,
AER assistance can be coordinated through the American Red Cross. For questions, please call (912) 767-5058.
(Friday-Saturday) MILITARY POLICE SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT:
The MP Regimental Association March Madness Softball
Tournaments Friday-Saturday at the Fort Stewart Bennett Sports Complex. First
game is Friday at 6 p.m. Open to all brigade, battalion, company
level/directorate teams, to include retirees and family members. Cash prize
payouts. For more information, call 912-977-1202 or 804-721-3927.
(Sunday) DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME:
Don't be late Monday! Daylight Savings Times goes into
effect at 2 a.m., Sunday. So remember to set your clock's AHEAD one hour at 2
a.m. Sunday morning...or at least before you go to bed Saturday night!
---------
MARCH/OTHER BRIEFS
(March 14) GARRISON COMMANDER SUPERVISOR
TRAINING-STEWART:
The Garrison Commander will conduct mandatory training
for all Garrison Civilian Supervisors and those in uniform that supervise
Garrison Civilians, AF and NAF March 14
from 1-2 p.m. and March 21 from 1-2 p.m. at the Fort Stewart Education
Center Auditorium. Sign-in begins 30 minutes prior to start time. All supervisors
are required to attend. Do not bring
food or beverages, except water. POC is Ms. Fisher, 912-767-5047 or
Carol.a.fisher1.civ@mail.mil or Randy Dutkiewicz, 912-767-6628 or
Randall.k.Dutkiewicz.civ@mail.mil.
(March 14) GARRISON COMMANDER SUPERVISORY TRAINING-HUNTER
ARMY AIRFIELD:
The Garrison Commander will conduct mandatory training
for all Garrison Civilian Supervisors and those in uniform that supervise
Garrison Civilians, AF and NAF March 14 from 3-4 p.m. at the HAAF ACS building
1286. Sign-in begins 30 minutes prior to start time. All supervisors are
required to attend. Do not bring food or
beverages, except water. POC is Ms. Fisher, 912-767-5047 or
Carol.a.fisher1.civ@mail.mil or Randy Dutkiewicz, 912-767-6628 or
Randall.k.Dutkiewicz.civ@mail.mil.
(March 15) MCSC SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE:
The Marne Community and Spouses Club (MCSC) Scholarship
Fund falls under the support of the Marne Community and Spouses Club to provide
merit based scholarships for eligible military family members. Visit the website
www.marnecommunityclub.com to check eligibility and to download an application.
(March 21 & 22) PHYSCIAN ASSISTANT RECRUITING BRIEF:
Do YOU want to become a Medical Officer? The 65D
Physician Assistant Program Manager for the Regular Army, Major Scott Bradshaw,
visits Fort Stewart to conduct an AMEDD commissioning programs brief for
Military Service Members, at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., March 21 and 22 at the
SFC Paul R. Smith Education Center, 100 Knowledge Drive, Room 247. The educational opportunities discussed will
include: Inter-service Physician
Assistant Program, AMEDD Enlisted Commissioning Program, Health Professional
Scholarship Program, Physical Therapy Baylor Program, Masters of Social Work,
and the Medical Service Corps. Each programs qualifications, requirements and
board dates vary, so please attend the briefings to receive the most updated
information. For more information, call 912-435-6662.
(March 23) ACS RESILIENCE TRAINING:
Join the trainers at ACS as we conduct another Resilience
Skill. On March 23, learn about
Activating Events, Thoughts and Consequences (ATC) and how they drive how we
feel. Learn the importance of Hunting
the Good Stuff and how to counter the negativity bias, create positive emotion
and notice what is really good. This
training is also opened to Department of the Army Civilians. Call (912) 767-1257/4047/1597 to
register. Registration also available on
the Team Stewart website, ACS page.
(March 28) LRC WAREHOUSE INVENTORY RESCHEDULED:
The Fort Stewart Logistics Readiness Center, Supply and
Services Division, Supply Support Activity Warehouse inventory has been
rescheduled for March 28-April 1. During this time the Logistics Readiness
Center will process high priority requisitions (walk-ups) approved by the G-8,
and will accept turn-ins. The turn in section will sign for turn-ins that are
directed to the Logistics Readiness Center and will not be processed in
GCSS-Army until the inventory is completed.
For additional information individuals may call 912-435-0321.
(March 30) SMOKING CESSATION CLASS:
Plan to attend the tobacco cessation class March 30 if
you are thinking of quitting cigarettes, chew tobacco or have recently quit and
want to maintain. Classes will be 8:30-10 a.m. at the Army Wellness Clinic,
building 442 on Fort Stewart and 1-2 p.m. in the computer room at Tuttle Clinic
on Hunter Army Airfield. Call 912-435-5071/6517 for more information and to
register.
(April 18) TAX DAY:
Tax Day is April 18th, so come and get your taxes (Federal
and State) prepared and e-filed for FREE at the Marne Tax Center. Services
available for Active Duty Soldiers, Active Duty Retirees, and their Family
Members. Hours of operations are Monday/Tuesday, 8:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m.;
Wednesdays, 8:45 a.m.-7:15 p.m.; Thursdays, Noon-4:15 p.m.; and Fridays, 8:45
a.m.-2:15 p.m. Walk-ins and Appointments welcomed. For more information, call
Fort Stewart - (912)767-1040 - 2233 Gulick Avenue Bldg 816 (near Gate 5) HAAF -
(912) 315-3675 - 638 Horace Emmet Wilson Blvd., building 1211, (Legal
Assistance Building).
(May 6): SPRING SPECIAL OLYMPICS:
Volunteers are needed for the 2016 Spring Special
Olympics. The event will be held May 6, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Liberty County
Recreation Department, 607 Oglethorpe Hwy., Hinesville, GA. Volunteers and
needed to serve as buddies, huggers and the cheering section. For more
information or to sign up to volunteer, contact ACS, EFMP at 912-767-1035/2147.
(Wednesdays) BIBLE STUDY AT MARNE CHAPEL:
Bible Study/discussion will be offered Noon every
Wednesday at Marne Chapel. Have you ever wondered how God has woven His Plan of
the Ages throughout the pages of The Bible? From Genesis to Revelation this
"Panorama" view of Scripture will open your Eyes and ears to God's
Word in a unique and exciting way. Military Personnel, Civilian Employees,
Contractors, Retirees and Family Members are welcome to attend. Bring your own
bag lunch. Study materials will be provided.
For more information, contact Bill Agnew at 912-767-9789.
(Ongoing) EFMP DIVE IN MOVIE:
The ACS EFMP Program invites you to enjoy a special
Family Movie (Inside Out) while swimming or floating in the Johnson Fitness
Center Indoor Pool, 270 Vanguard Road, building 8437, Fort Stewart. For more detail, please call (912)
767-5058/2147.
(Ongoing) SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES “BATTLE BUDDIES”:
Survivor Outreach Services has developed the Battle Buddy
program designed for Soldiers, former Soldiers come talk to
"friends". This is a powerful event that will allow "battle
buddies" who have lost a friends, to express their grief, share stories
and could eventually lead to healing and growth. If interested, please call (912) 435-9598.
(Ongoing) BULK F24 INFORMATION:
Units that receive Bulk F24 at the installation bulk fuel
facility will mark fixed storage and refueling equipment as F24. Refueling equipment will need to be marked
prior to picking up bulk fuel. This new
procedure is in accordance with ALARACT:
Army conversion from JP8 to Jet A (Jet Fuel F-24) in CONUS and Fuel
Technical Letter 12-02 (Change 2), CONUS Supply Chain Conversion from JP8 to
Jet A with Military Additives. For
additional information, contact Ms. Sylvia Whitfield at 912-435-0146.
SAFETY GRAM 16-08:
Safety When Passing Troop's. Drivers use extreme caution.
With Physical Fitness (PT) hours being extended to 8 a.m. and most of our
Civilian workforce reporting by 7:30 a.m., we need to be extremely cautious
when approaching or passing Soldiers during PT hours. This Safety Flyer can be found at
http://www.stewart.army.mil/info/?id=409&p=0.
----------
FMWR BRIEFS
(March 2016) TAYLORS CREEK GOLF SHOP OPEN DURING
RENOVATION WORK:
The walls of the Golf Shop at Taylors Creek Golf Course
are being stripped, skimmed and painted to improve the shop's décor. The shop
will remain open during the work, which is expected to continue through much of
March. During this time, the selection in the Pro Shop and Snack Area will be
somewhat limited. We ask the patience of our customers and apologize for the
inconvenience. For more information, call 912-767-2370.
(Today, Ongoing) HAAF REGISTRATION FOR GEORGIA
STATE-FUNDED PRE-K LOTTERY DRAWING:
Registration is open today-April 6 for the free,
Georgia-funded CYSS Pre-Kindergarten Program at Hunter CDC building 8807. The
drawing will be April 7. Students must be four years of age on or before Sept.
1, 2016. No exceptions will be made. For additional details, go to
http://stewarthunter.armymwr.com/us/hunter/programs/cys or call or visit
building 8807 between the hours of 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The telephone number is
912-315-9018.
(Today, Ongoing) STEWART REGISTRATION FOR GEORGIA
STATE-FUNDED PRE-K LOTTERY DRAWING:
Registration is open today-April 6 for the free,
Georgia-funded CYSS Pre-Kindergarten Program on Fort Stewart. The drawing will
be April 7. Students must be four years of age on or before Sept. 1, 2016. No
exceptions will be made. For additional details, go to
http://stewarthunter.armymwr.com/us/stewart/programs/parent-central-services-registration
or call Parent Central Services at 912-767-2312.
(Today, Ongoing) SPRING AND SUMMER MONDAY BLITZ BEGINS AT
TAYLORS CREEK:
Play more golf for less money by taking advantage of the
Monday Blitz, which returns to Taylors Creek Golf Course at 4 p.m. today and
continues each Monday through May. The $23 per person cost includes cart fee,
greens fee, a range token, course contest and a championship. For more information,
call 912-767-2370.
(Wednesday) 2016 TRAVEL SHOW AT STEWART:
Explore day trip, vacation and other leisure time
opportunities the Hunter/Stewart communities and surrounding area have to
offer. The 2016 Travel Show will be at Club Stewart from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Wednesday (March 9). No admission
charge. Get information about hotels, resorts, amusement parks, festivals and
more from representatives on hand. Door prizes. The Grand Prize this year, from
Armed Forces Vacation Club and Leisure Travel Services, is a 7 Night Resort
Vacation Certificate worth $399. For more information, call 912-315-3674
(Hunter) or 912-767-2841 (Stewart).
(Thursday) KIDS GOLF CLINIC AT STEWART:
Youth (ages 7-17) are invited to learn basics of golf
free at the Taylors Creek Golf Course driving range from 4-5 p.m. Thursday
(March 10). For more information, call 912-767-2370.
(Friday) PARENTS NIGHT OUT AT STEWART:
Let the staff at Stewart School Age Center, building 7160
on Austin Road take care of your children while you enjoy an evening out from
6-10 p.m. Friday (March 11). Activities, snacks and entertainment will be
provided for kids in grades 1-5. Cost is $15 for SAC members and $20 for
non-members. Non-members can sign up online at WebTrac. Members can sign up at
the center or Parent Central Services. For additional details, call
912-767-5662.
(Saturday) ST. PATRICK’S DAY GOLF SCRAMBLE AT STEWART:
Start your St. Patrick’s Day celebration early by playing
in the two-person scramble at Taylors Creek Golf Course on Saturday (March 12).
Play begins at 9 a.m. The cost of $35 per person includes cart, greens fee,
range balls and prizes. For more information, call 912-767-2370.
(Saturday) LONG RANGE SHOOT:
Opportunity for Soldiers, Retirees, Army Civilians, and
civilian guests to sight in large caliber weapons (registered at Fort Stewart)
from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday (March 12) at Red Cloud Range Complex (off GA
Highway 119 North). Rifles of any caliber. No pistols or shotguns. Targets at
100-500 meters (paper) and 750-1,000 meters (steel). Cost is $15 per two-hour
block/person. Please bring correct cash amount to range. Other scheduled dates
are April 16 and May 7. For more information, call 912-435-8061 or
912-767-4316.
(Saturday) THE ROCK BENCH PRESS AND POWERLIFTING
COMPETITION AT STEWART:
T-shirts will be issued to each paying contestant in The
Rock Bench Press and Powerlifting Competition at Newman Fitness Center on
Saturday (March 12). Open competition has male and female weight classes, with
awards presented to top three bench press and power lifters. Lifters must be at
least 16 years old to participate. Cost is $30 per contestant. Register by day
of event. Weigh-in is at 8:30 a.m. and the competition begins at 10 a.m. For
more information, call 912-767-3031.
(March 19) MARNE TRAIL BASS TOURNAMENT AT GLISSON MILLS
POND:
The first of five catch-and-release Marne Trail Bass
Tournaments will be held at 6:30 a.m. March 19 at Glisson Mills Pond on Fort
Stewart. Cash prizes are $250 for first place (total weight, five-fish maximum
per person) and $100 for the largest bass. Door prizes awarded after weigh-in
at 11 a.m. Register at Stewart/Hunter Pass & Permit offices. For fees and
other details, call 912-435-8061 at Stewart or 912-315-5163 at Hunter. Other
tournaments are scheduled April 23 at Metz Pond, May 21 at Pineview Lake, June
25 at Dogwood Pond and Sept. 24 at Metz Pond. Angler of the Year award of $400
will be awarded at the September event.
(March 25) HUNTER GOLF COURSE RE-GRAND OPENING SCRAMBLE:
Registration has begun for the Commander's Golf Scramble
in conjunction with the Re-grand Opening of Hunter Golf Course. The 4-person
scramble will begin at 8 a.m. on March 25. Cost of $45 per person covers light
lunch, cart and green fees, basket of range balls and prizes. Sign up today, as
registration closes March 23. For more information, call 912-315-9115.
(March 27) EASTER BRUNCH AT CLUB STEWART:
Make brunch at Club Stewart with your friends and Family
a special part of your Easter celebration. The menu features a carving station,
delicious side dishes and delightful desserts. Serving hours are 10:30 a.m.
until 2 p.m. March 27. Save $3 per adult and $1 per child by purchasing tickets
in advance at the club. The price is $14.95 for adults and $6.45 for children
(ages 3-10) until the close of business March 24. Price after that is $17.95
for adults and $7.45 for children.
Children 0-2 are free. The public is welcome. For more information,
visit www.stewartmwr.com <http://www.stewartmwr.com> or call
912-767-4717.
----------
COASTAL HAPPENINGS
(Events scheduled in the local area are considered public
information, and mention of these events does not constitute sponsorship or
endorsement.)
(Saturday) ANNUAL BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS WALK:
Benefits the Brain Injury Association of Georgia and Grey
Matters Support Group of Savannah, March 12, 10 a.m.-Noon at the Lake Mayer
Pavilion. Registration is $15, free for Brain Injury Survivors. For more
information, contact Le'Gregory Dykes, Sr, at 912-435-5231.
(March 19) EASTER EGG HUNT:
VFW Post 660 in Savannah would like to invite everyone to
join them March 19 from noon to 3 p.m., for their annual Easter Egg Hunt. There
will be lots of family fun and food. We are located at 5115 Ogeechee Road (HWY
17) in Savannah. For more information, call 912-235-3001.
(April 8) LOCAL JAZZ EVENT:
A Premiere Southeast Georgia Monthly Jazz Event is
scheduled for April. 8. Presented by Satin Sax & Bernard Rose Music, at The
Liberty County Performing Arts Center, 7-10 p.m. Performing Artists: In Deep
Band & saxophonist Bernard Rose. Advance tickets $25 and $28 at the
door. For more information, call
912-484-6320 or 912-572-9575.
----------
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 MESSAGE WEEKEND EDITION:
This message is a weekly publication posted to email each
Thursday and highlights events for the immediate 5 days only. 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.
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
<mailto: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. If you have
any problems, send 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.
