TODAY/THIS WEEK
(Today) FEELING BETRAYED?:
No one is perfect and sometimes we make mistakes in our
relationships. Living with these mistakes can sometimes be a tough thing to do.
ACS Family Advocacy offers a class Living and Loving after betrayal that can
provide the necessary tools to rebuild your relationship. Living and Loving
after Betrayal is offered today from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., building 82. Sign up today
to put the past behind you and rebuild your relationship. Call (912) 767-2882 for more questions.
(Today) GRAND OPENING OF DENTAL CLINIC:
Coast Dental Clinic celebrates healthy smiles with their
Grand Opening, 10 a.m., today located in the Stewart Furniture Store Mall. Meet
your new dentist, staff, and the tooth fairy. Food and drinks. Now accepting
appointments at 912-257-7056.
(Tuesday) 2016 LEADERSHIP SEMINAR:
Hosted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Office, Civilian
Personnel Advisory Center, Management Employee Relations and Labor Law. This
one day seminar offers topics unique to Supervisors and Managers of Federal
Civilian Employees. If you are a Civilian or Military Supervisor of Civilian
employees and would like to learn about conflict management, employee
performance issues, your role in the EEO complaint process or how to have a
difficult conversation just to name a few, then this seminar is for you! The
Leadership Seminar will take place at the Fort Stewart Education Center Tuesday
from 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Space is
limited, therefore, registration is required and opens Friday. For more
information please call 912-767-4074.
(Wednesday) ACS REAR DETACHMENT TRAINING:
Are you slotted as a Rear Detachment Commander?? How about Rear Detachment First
Sergeant? Are you properly trained
through ACS on this position? If not,
think about attending the next event.
This training will assist you in the successful performance of these
duties dealing with Families, your Family Readiness Group and Families in
Crisis. Training will take place on Fort
Stewart, ACS building 87 from 9:30 a.m-4 p.m., Wednesday. Please call, (912)
767-1257/4047 to register as this will assist in ACS preparing the proper
number of training materials.
(Wednesday) SMOKING CESSATION CLASS:
Due to a conflict in scheduling this month's tobacco
cessation class will be Wednesday, 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 Center (AWC), building 442 on Fort Stewart
contact Ms. McDonald 912-435-5071/6517 for more information and to
register.
(Friday) HINESVILLLE VA OUTPATIENT CLINIC:
Join in for a Welcome Home event at the Hinesville VA
Outpatient Clinic Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Veterans, transitioning
Servicemembers and their family members are all invited. Information on VA
health care enrollment and Veteran benefits, and resources from local colleges
and area employers, will be available. Local VSOs and community agencies will
be on hand to answer your questions. Food and drinks provided! Located at the
Hinesville VA Outpatient Clinic, 500 E. Oglethorpe Hwy. See our event page at
https://www.facebook.com/events/964464970333039/.
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MAY/OTHER BRIEFS
(May 23) FOOD HANDLER'S CLASS:
This class will be held at Winn ACH in the Patriot
Auditorium from 9-10 a.m. FREE class, certification is good for one year. To
register for this class, please submit your first and last name to
usarmy.stewart.medcom-winn.list.environmental-health-services@mail.mil by COB
May 19. Pre-registration is a REQUIREMENT in order to attend this class, and
you must be on time, no-walk-ins are permitted. This class is mandated for all
those dealing with food items on FSGA/HAAF (Unit functions, Organizational
Days, FRG Events).
(May 23) URGENT CARE PILOT:
Urgent Care Pilot starts May 23. The program authorizes
TRICARE Prime Enrollees two Urgent Care visits per fiscal year (Oct 1-Sep 30)
without a referral and authorization in any region. After two Urgent Care visits, a referral from
the patient's Primary Care Manager (PCM), would be required for future visits
to avoid Point-of-Service (POS) deductibles and cost-shares. Follow up visits
are not authorized without a referral from the PCM.
Please note: Active Duty Service Members, with the
exception of Service Members on TRICARE Prime Remote (TPR) status, cannot use
the Urgent Care Pilot. For additional questions, please contact the Health
Benefits Branch at Fort Stewart 912-435-6716 or Hunter Army Airfield
912-315-3646.
(May 24) STEWART CANDLE LIGHT VIGIL:
Stewart Candle Light Vigil will take place May 24. Please
join us as we remember our fallen Heroes and honor their surviving Families.
The vigil will begin at 11:30 a.m. in the Main Post Chapel followed by a
complimentary lunch. Honor the sacrifice of those who have paid the ultimate
price for our freedom! Please call (912)
435-9646 for questions.
(May 28) BRING YOUR PET TO THE EXCHANGE:
Shoppers are encouraged to bring their pet(s) to the
store at the Fort Stewart Main Store building 71 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., May 28.
First-prize winner will receive a $100 Exchange gift card, and second-place
winner will take home a $75 gift card. Third-place winner will earn a $50 gift
card. And fourth-place winner will take home a $25 gift card. For more
information, call 912-876-8880.
(May 31) TRAINING RESOURSE CONFERENCE:
S-3's, Operation Sergeants Major, Master Gunners and
Schools NCO's are reminded that the next monthly Training Resource Conference
will be held May 31 at Moon Theater. We
will schedule training devices, ranges and training areas up through NOV
2016. For more information, call
912-435-7689.
(June 6-10) STEWART VBS:
Fort Stewart Vacation Bible School will be held from June
6-10 at the Main Post Chapel from 9 a.m.-noon. Open for children who have
completed Kindergarten through 5th Grade. Register on-line at:
www.groupvbspro.com/vbs/ez/FortStewartVBS2016. POC's:
Bill Agnew, Director of Religious Education 912-767-9789 or Pamela Beal &
Chelsea Nash Volunteer VBS Directors 502-408-6425. E-mail:
william.f.agnew4.civ@mail.mil.
(June 13-24) MASTER RESILIENCE TRAINER COURSE:
The next Master Resilience Trainer Course will be
conducted on Fort Stewart, June 13-24 June at the SFC Paul R. Smith Army
Education Center. Here is an opportunity to earn the 8R Additional Skill
Identifier. Class seats are available for Soldiers, DA Civilians, and Spouses!
Please contact Tina Birthisel at tina.m.birthisel.ctr@mail.mil to secure your
seat or call the CSF2 Training Center at 912-767-4153 for more information.
(June 20-24) HAAF CHAPEL VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL:
Hunter Chapel Vacation Bible School has begun
registration for volunteers and participants.
Hunter Vacation Bible School is open to all Military, DOD and Military
Retires dependent students that have completed Kindergarten thru 5th Grade. You can register your child and sign-up to
volunteer at https://www.groupvbspro.com/vbs/ez/HAAFVBS2016. ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE
REQUIRED TO COMPLETE A BACKGROUND CHECK.
For more information contact Mr. Charles Archer, (912) 315-5934 or email
at Charles.Archer1.civ@mail.mil.
(Aug. 20) SAVE THE DATE FOR BABY EXPO:
The 6th annual Baby Expo is scheduled for Club Stewart,
10 a.m.-2 p.m., Aug. 20. Hosted by Winn Army Community Hospital, the event is
open to the public. Anyone who is wanting to become pregnant, anyone who is
pregnant, or anyone who has recently had a baby and their families is invited.
If anyone is interested in becoming a vendor at this event, please contact
megan.n.jensen.mil@mail.mil for details. Being a vendor is free! For more
information, contact 253-229-3468.
(Ongoing) DON'T BE A MEDICAL NO-SHOW:
For every medical appointment that is a no-show, your
supporting hospital loses $204. For the
month of April, Winn Army Community Hospital lost over $400,000 due to patients
No-Showing their appointments. The
revenue lost could have been used to hire additional staff, purchase new
equipment, and/or speed up the ongoing construction. If you cannot make your appointment, call to
cancel 912-435-6633.
(Ongoing) HAAF CHAPEL NAVIGATORS BIBLE STUDY FOR SINGLE
SOLDIERS:
The HAAF Chapel Navigators Bible Study is open to all
Military personnel. They meet in the
HAAF Chapel Fellowship Hall, building #145 every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. If you are interested, come join us and bring
a friend. For more information contact
Mr. Charles Archer, (912) 315-5934 or email at
Charles.Archer1.civ@mail.mil.
(Ongoing) HAAF BOY SCOUT TROOP 8 - RECRUITING MEMBERS:
The Boy Scout Troop 8 meets in the HAAF Religious
Education Center, building #129 (Adjacent to the Hunter Chapel) every Sunday at
4 p.m. If you have a boy interested in joining the Scouts, come and discuss it
with the Scout Master Steve Wurtz or Assistant Scout Master Stephen Dant. For more information contact Mr. Charles
Archer, (912) 315-5934 or email at Charles.Archer1.civ@mail.mil.
(Ongoing) HAAF GIRL SCOUT TROOP RECRUITING MEMBERS:
The Girl Scout Troop that meets in the HAAF Religious
Education Center, building #129 (Adjacent to the Hunter Chapel) on Thursdays at
6 p.m. are welcoming new members. If you
have a girl interested in joining one of the different levels of Girl Scouts,
come and discuss it with the Scout Master Mrs. Barbara Reynolds before or after
the Girl Scout Meeting. For more
information contact Mr. Charles Archer, (912) 315-5934 or email at
Charles.Archer1.civ@mail.mil.
(Ongoing) MARNE JUSTICE NEWSLETTER:
The March/April edition of the Marne Justice newsletter
may be read at:
http://www.stewart.army.mil/412/docs/Marne%20Justice%20MAR-APR%202016.pdf. This new monthly newsletter provides
important information about the consequences of both military and civilian
misconduct on Fort Stewart/HAAF. It also
includes information and tips to ensure you are familiar with the laws that
apply on post and to help you and your family members avoid unintended
violations. Questions may be directed to
912-767-7120.
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FMWR BRIEFS
(Today) NATIONAL PIZZA PARTY DAY BOWLING SPECIAL AT
CORKAN:
Celebrate this national day from 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. today
with a great deal at Stewart Bowling Center, building 450: two hours of bowling
for six bowlers on one lane, plus one-16 inch one topping pizza and refillable
soda pitcher for $29.95. For more information,
call 912-767-4273.
(Thursday) CORKAN SUMMER HOURS BEGIN, SPLASH PARK OPENS:
Corkan Recreation Area starts its summer season May 19
with new hours and new ways to save. The Splash Park's opens for the summer
season on May 19. Weather permitting, the Splash Park and Cypress Creek
Adventure Golf will be open every day except Tuesday from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Purchase a Family Splash Park season pass (valid for up to 6 Family members
daily admission) for $55. Or, purchase a Family Splash Park/Mini Golf season
pass (valid for up to 6 Family members daily admission) for $95. For additional
information, call 912-767-4273.
(through Friday) PART TIME CHILD CARE SURVEY:
FMWR is conducting an electronic survey to assess the
need for Part Time Child Care for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years on Fort
Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield. The
survey will remain open until Friday.
For addition information, please call 912-767-5127. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ChildcareCYSS.
(Saturday) MARNE TRAIL BASS TOURNAMENT AT PINEVIEW
LAKE:
The third of five catch-and-release Marne Trail Bass
Tournaments will be held at 6:30 a.m. Saturday at Pineview Lake 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. Fee is $20 during Early Bird
Registration (until April 30) for Active Duty Soldiers, Retirees and their
Family Members and youth (15 years old and younger). Early sign-up is $30 for
the civilian community. Register at Stewart/Hunter Pass & Permit offices.
For additional details, call 912-435-8061 at Stewart or 912-315-5163 at Hunter.
Other tournaments are scheduled 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.
(Saturday) AMERICA'S ARMED FORCES KIDS RUN AT
STEWART/HUNTER:
Every year, kids at military installations around the
world run in support of Armed Forces Day. On Saturday, our kids at
Stewart/Hunter will be showing their support in two free runs, one at Jordan
Fitness Center on Stewart and the other starting at the corner of Steven
Douglas and N. Perimeter Road on Hunter. Both runs start at 9 a.m. Distances
vary according to age groups 5-13. Each youth participant will be given a
T-shirt. Parents are welcome to run with their child. Register at
Stewart/Hunter Youth Sports or at americaskidsrun.org. Sign up online at the America Kids Run Web
site, or go by the Youth Sports Centers. For more information, call 912-767-1428
(Stewart) or 912-315-5851 (Hunter).
(May 23) JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC AT TAYLORS CREEK:
PGA Golf Professional John Fesperman will teach youth
ages 7-17 every aspect of the golf game - rules, grip, stance, posture,
putting, chipping, pitching, irons and woods - during the six-week Junior golf
Clinic starting May 23 at Taylors Creek Golf Course. The total of 12 hours of
instruction will be given from 9-11 a.m. through June 28. The cost is $120 per
student. For more information, call 912-767-2370.
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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.)
(July 23) CONCERT:
“Toby Love” & Ken-Y Concert. For the First time in
the Coastal Empire and The Low Country the most popular Urban Bachata Singer in
the last 10 years...TOBY LOVE...LIVE...Early Bird $30...Music Vault 8082
Speedway Blvd. Hardeeville, SC; 15+ with adult supervision.www.tickeri.com. In
Addition the Sensational Group from Savannah, Atlanta and South Carolina
"SAVANNAH LATIN SWING" plus your favorite DJ's DJ MAR, DJ FIRE and DJ
JOSH...doors open at 9 p.m.
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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.
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.
