Thursday, May 5, 2016

WEEKEND Marne Message (Thursday, May 5, 2016)



TODAY THROUGH MONDAY

(Today through Saturday) CASE LOT SALE AT FORT STEWART COMMISSARY:
Back by popular demand are the commissaries' case lot sales. At the Commissary it is our mission to deliver a vital benefit of the military pay system that sells grocery items at cost while enhancing quality of life and readiness. Please mark your calendars for this sales event! For more information about the Case Lot Sale, please contact the store at 912-767-2076.



(Today through Sunday) AAFES FLOWER SALES:
The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is giving military families an opportunity to show Mom how much they care this year with fresh-cut Mother’s Day flowers. From Wednesday through Mother’s Day, authorized shoppers can purchase floral bouquets and roses just for Mom at the Fort Stewart Main Store and select Express stores. Two choices of Loving Mom Bouquets, each containing a dozen flowers, will be available at $9.99 each. Additionally, roses are available by the dozen, half-dozen or as singles. For more information, call 912-876-2850.

(Today) STARBASE SAVANNAH SUMMER PROGRAM REGISTRATION: 
The STARBASE program is available to rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders in military Families, through today. Session 1: June 13-16, Robotics, 9 a.m. to Noon, Mon. - Thurs.  Sessions 2: June 20-23, Physical Science using the Engineering Design Process, 9 a.m. - Noon, Mon. - Thurs. Applications can be picked up at STARBASE on MacArthur Circle, Bldg. 617 on Hunter or by calling 912-315-3749. Space is limited; only a completed application will hold a spot in the program. Completed applications must be received by STARBASE Savannah NLT May 6. For information, call 912-315-3749.

(Today) HUNTER FIRE WARDEN CLASS: 
The next HAAF fire warden’s class will be held today at 9 a.m. in Building 1128. All attendees are asked to bring a unit appointment letter stating they are the assigned fire warden for their unit/location with building number identified. For more information please call 315-6494.

(Friday) WE WANT YOUR BLOOD!:
The Logistics Readiness Center is hosting a blood drive on Friday from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at building 2916 in front of the Central Issue Facility (CIF) on Fort Stewart.  The American Red Cross is currently operating on emergency supplies and desperately needs donors to meet their requirements. Individuals interested in making an appointment may contact Mr. Bryce Kuykendall at Bryce.r.kuykendall.civ@mail.mil.

(Friday) MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION DAY SPECIALS BEGIN:
Friday is Military Spouse Appreciation Day, and Stewart/Hunter MWR has dozens of offers and special prices as one way to show spouses serving that they are appreciated here. Some specials are just for Friday, but others are for the week or entire month. Stewart/Hunter MWR is bowling, bingo, golf, camping, Club Stewart, Holbrook Pond and Hallstrom Lake, just to name a few services. Visit StewartHunterMWR.com, MWR’s Facebook page or one of our facilities to learn more about these special offers. 

(Friday, Saturday, more) PORTRAIT PROMOTIONS:
T Perry Photography at the Fort Stewart Exchange. Take photos of Mom and me and family, Dave the Minion, and Olaf. For more information, call 912-876-2851 or 817-718-2836.

(May) FORT STEWART DINING FACILITY WEEKEND/HOLIDAY SCHEDULE:  
Dining Facilities open for Weekend/Holiday meals are Thunder Café and Spartan DFACs.  Spartan DFAC will be closed after the lunch meal on 26 May and will reopen on 31 May with the breakfast meal. Designated Weekend and Holiday Meal DFACs begin with the supper meal on Friday.  Hours are Brunch 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Supper 5-6:30 p.m.

(May) FORT STEWART DINING FACILITY OPERATING HOURS: 
Thunder Café (Bldg 3003, 1600 W. 6th Street), Marne Bistro (Bldg 726, 1902 William H. Wilson Ave), and Spartan (Bldg 8439, Vanguard Road) DFACs will be open for weekday breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals, Monday - Friday.  Weekend/holiday hours begin with the supper meal on Friday (for the training holiday on 27-30 May the weekend designated DFAC begins with supper on 26 May).  Spartan DFAC will close after the lunch meal on 26 May and will reopen on 31 May with the breakfast meal.  Dining Facility information can be found at: www.stewart.army.mil/info.asp?e=DFAC .  For questions please contact 767-8761 or call the 24-hour DFAC hotline at 767-4991.

(May) FORT STEWART WEEKDAY MEAL HOURS:
The Fort Stewart Weekday Meal hours for Breakfast are; Thunder Café 8-9:30 a.m.; Marne Bistro 7:45-9:15 a.m.; and Spartan 8-9:30 a.m.   Weekday Lunch hours are 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. for Thunder Café and Marne Bistro DFACS; noon-1:30 p.m. for Spartan DFAC; and Dinner 5-6:30 p.m. for all DFACs.  Thursday Lunch and Dinner meal hours for all DFACs is; Lunch from Noon to 1:30 p.m.; and Dinner from 5-6:30 p.m.  Friday Dinner Meal hours are 4-5:30 p.m.

(May) HAAF CONSOLIDATED DINING FACILITY OPERATING HOURS:
HAAF Consolidated DFAC (Bldg 110, 89 William Barksdale Cir) Weekday Meal Hours are Breakfast 8:00-9:30 a.m.; Lunch noon-1:30 p.m.; and Dinner 5-6:30 p.m.  Weekend and Holiday Meal Hours are Brunch 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; and Supper 5-6:30 p.m.

(Ongoing) MARNE JUSTICE NEWSLETTER:
Please view the first edition of the Marne Justice newsletter here: http://www.stewart.army.mil/412/docs/Marne%20Justice%20Jan-Feb%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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COASTAL HAPPENINGS
(Events scheduled in the local area are considered public information, and mention of these events does not constitute sponsorship or endorsement.)

(Saturday) MS Walk:
Daffin Park, in Savannah; 10 a.m.; Team up with friends, loved ones and co-workers to raise funds for MS. Register now at walkms.org or call 1-800-344-4867.

(Saturday) T.E.L.L. LEADING LADIES AWARDS BANQUET AND SHOWCASE:
Community members are invited to the 3rd annual Talented and Educated Leading Ladies Banquet and Showcase, Saturday at the Liberty County Community Complex, 9397 East Oglethorpe Highway, Midway, Ga. This year's theme is "Sparkle and Shine, You are in control of your destiny". For more information visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tell-3rd-annual-banquet-showcase-tickets-24591758612 or call 912-271-7518. 

(Saturday) ANNUAL SAVANNAH SCOTTISH GAMES:
Join us for the 40th Annual Savannah Scottish Games Saturday at Bethesda Academy, Bynuh's Field, 9520 Ferguson Ave, Savannah, GA. Gates open at 9 a.m. with opening ceremony at 12 p.m. (noon). Which you do not want to miss!  The Savannah Games are the 4th oldest Scottish games in the Southeastern United States.  Come join a grand celebration of Scottish culture with competition, entertainment, shopping, and activities to include children events, plus food and refreshments for the entire family!  Tickets are $10 for adults at the gate and $5 for children (ages 11-17). Children (ages 10 and under) are Free and Military with ID Card get in for $5. For more information, please go to www.savannahscottishgames.com.