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OFF LIMITS ESTABLISHMENTS: If a business is doing wrong
by our Soldiers and their Families, the Armed Forces Disciplinary Control Board
can step in and recommend placing the business on the off-limits list. Current
listing includes: Elaine Boggs Realty Group, LLC; Country Club Foods; First
American Cash Advance; Cyberlink Marketing, INC; American-Amicable Group; Rome
Finance, Smartbuy; Starship Adult Novelties and Gifts; Video Bob; and People
Helping People (Oak Forest Apartments/Ray Futch Apartments/JZS Investments/JT
Enterprise/JHS Investments/Executive Home Rentals). For the Full story go to
the Team Stewart Website homepage www.stewart.army.mil.
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JULY/OTHER BRIEFS
(July 25-29) FIELD SANITATION TEAM TRAINING:
Field Sanitation Team training will take place July
25-29. This 40 hour course will be held
from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Fort Stewart Education Center, Room 247. You
MUST register for the course in order to attend. There are only 30 available
slots, so register today. To register or
for more information, call 912-435-7354 or e-mail:
usarmy.stewart.medcom-winn.list.environmental-health-services@mail.mil.
For more information, call 912-435-7354.
(Aug 3, 17, 31) LIVING ON A PLAN:
Do you want to take control of your finances? On Aug. 3, 17 and 31 from 9-11 a.m., the ACS
Financial Readiness Team located in building 86 will be providing training on
Living on a Plan. This class addresses the benefits of creating and using a
budget. Participants will be guided through a practical approach to the
budgeting process which will assist them in gaining better control of their own
finances. For more information please
call 912-767-5058/5059.
(Aug. 4, 11) SCREAM FREE MARRIAGE:
Your marriage is the central relationship of your life
which deserves to be addressed with the truth. The truth in marriage is
difficult and naturally filled with conflict. But if you are willing to improve
your communication and compatibility and helping your spouse and yourself to
meet each other’s needs. Consider attending the ACS Family Advocacy Program
located in building 82 and sign up for “Scream Free Marriage”. The class will
begin Aug. 4 and 11 at 9-11 a.m. For more information call (912) 767-2882.
(Aug. 9, 16, 23) BEFORE BABY ARRIVES:
Hey Moms and Dads, are you expecting and want to learn
the ropes of having a new baby? Think
about signing up for “Before Baby Arrives”.
This course is designed to foster strong bonds between both parents and
the unborn child and to inspire the Mom to have a healthy lifestyle. Classes are in three sessions: Aug. 9, 16, 23
from 9-11 a.m. Please call (912) 767-2882 for more information.
(Aug. 10, 17, 24, 24, 31) SCREAM FREE PARENTS:
Igniting hope through the power of calm. Scream Free
Parenting is not just about the parent lowering their voice but it’s about
learning ways to calm your emotional reactions and focuses on your behavior
more than the kids. Please consider joining the ACS Family Advocacy Program
located in BLDG. # 82 and sign up for “Scream Free Parenting”. Training will be conducted on Aug. 10, 17,
24, and 31 from noon-2 p.m. For more information call (912) 767-2882.
(Aug. 16) FRG LEADER/TREASURER TRAINING:
On Aug 16, ACS Mobilization and Deployment Team will
conduct 2 trainings that will certify volunteers who wish to help their units
Family Readiness Group or FRG. Starting
at 9 a.m., ACS will conduct FRG Leader Training for volunteers who wish to step
into a leadership role. At 1 p.m., ACS
will then have the Treasurer training. Both
trainings are mandatory for volunteers who wish to work in these roles. Please call (912) 767-1257 to register.
(Aug. 16-18) FORT STEWART AND HAAF ORANGE WEEK:
The Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield Signal
Community cordially invites all area Signal units, leaders, and Soldiers to
attend this year’s Signal Regimental Week (Orange Week) hosted by 63rd ESB,
Aug. 16-18. Orange Week will include unit challenges, informational briefs from
HRC (Officer and Enlisted), briefs from US Cyber Command and key signal
leaders, as well as a Signal Orange Run. Orange Week events will conclude with
a Dining Out Aug. 18 at the beautiful Savannah Marriot on the Riverfront. The
POC for this event is 1LT Jonathan Luke, at 912-435-9637 or
jonathan.g.luke.mil@mail.mil. Please contact 1LT Luke with any questions and
for a schedule of upcoming IPRs.
(Aug. 17) DOWNSIZING DEBT:
Do you feel as though you are trapped by debt? On Aug 17,
from 1–3 p.m., Financial Readiness team at Army Community Service will provide
instruction on how to downsize your debt in six easy steps. In this session you
will learn how to successfully rid yourself of your debt, using the power pay
plan and how to determine if a debt consolidation loan is good for you and if
so, how to choose the best rates and best the lending institution. Hope to see
you there! For more information please
call 912-767-5058/5059.
(Aug. 22-26) ACS RESILIENCE WEEK:
ACS Resilience Training Team will conduct the entire
training set during the week of Aug 22-26, from 9 a.m-4 p.m. daily. This training will change your life for the
better as you begin to understand how heat of the moment thinking can affect
your thoughts, how to identify and understand your character strengths and
much, much more. Training is open to Soldiers, Family Members, and Department
of the Army Civilians to attend. Take advantage of these outstanding trainers
and help make the chain of resilient people stronger. Sign up today, by calling
912-767-1257/4047.
(Aug. 31) THRIFT SAVING PLAN CLASS:
Are you thinking about buying for the future? The ACS Financial Readiness Section located
in building 86 is teaching a class on Thrift Savings Plan on Aug. 31 from 1–3
p.m. The Thrift Savings Plan is an interactive workshop suitable for all
service members. It is designed to provide detailed information on the Thrift
Savings Program (TSP) and to help learners understand how TSP can contribute to
financial security during retirement. Participants will discuss the difference
between short-term savings and long-term investments and prepare a plan of
action to begin reaching their goals.
For more information please call 912-767-5058/5059.
(Through September) SUMMER SAFETY CAMPAIGN:
The 100 Days of summer campaign focusing on traffic
safety and motorcycle safety has begun and will continue through Sep. 1. There
will be increased safety checkpoints to ensure that drivers are buckling up and
driving safely by both Ft Stewart PD and surrounding Law Enforcement agencies.
For more information, please call 912-767-6390.
(Ongoing) SPOUSE PHOTOG NEEDED:
Do you like taking pictures? Would you like to work on adding pictures of
professional events, trainings and interaction with the Community to your
portfolio? If so, please consider
becoming an ACS Spouse Volunteer photographer. Photographs would be used on
Social Media and the Frontline and YOU will get photo credit for publishing. If interested, please contact (912) 767-1597
or (912) 767-4958. Please be prepared to
share examples of your work. This is a volunteer position and no monetary
compensation authorized.
(Ongoing) HUNTER FIRE WARDEN CLASS:
The HAAF Fire Warden class is held the first Thursday of
every month. The class is held in building 1128 and begins at 9 a.m. There is
no need to sign up but 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 912-315-6494.
(Ongoing) FORT STEWART FIRE WARDEN CLASS:
The Fort Stewart Fire Warden class is held the second
Thursday of every month. The class is held in building 1851 and begins at 9
a.m. There is no need to sign up BUT 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
912-767-7006.
(Ongoing) SAFETY GRAM 101 DAYS OF SUMMER SAFETY:
Temperatures are rising, Soldiers and Civilians will be
challenged as they execute both on and off-duty activities. Privately owned
vehicle (POV) operations, recreational water activities and seasonal conditions
account for the majority of summer accidents and injuries. We ask everyone to take ownership of the
risk-management process and to be your own best battle buddy. Whether you are
taking a Family vacation, road trip, riding your motorcycle or boating on the
lake, be aware of potential hazards. Take responsibility for your own safety.
Wear your seat belts, obey speed limits and wear your personal protective
equipment as required. We cannot afford
the loss of a Soldier, Family Member, or Civilian employee to a preventable
injury. Now is the time to evaluate and ensure all facets of your summer safety
initiatives are in order. You can go to
this link and print out SG # 16-12 (Heat Illness), SG #16-13 (Heat Cramps and
Heat Exhaustion and SG #16-14 (Heat Stroke) flyers and post it on your safety
board: http://www.stewart.army.mil/info/?id=409&p=0.
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FMWR BRIEFS
(Wednesday) ACTIVE DUTY SOLDIERS’ SIGNUP DEADLINE FOR
FREE INSHORE AND OFFSHORE FISHING TOURNAMENT:
Wednesday at 5 p.m. is the deadline for Active Duty
Soldiers to register for an all-expense paid Fort McAllister Sports Fishing
Club fishing tournament scheduled Saturday, Aug. 13. No experience is required.
Soldiers can apply at any Outdoor Recreation or Leisure Travel facility at
Stewart or Hunter. Registration also can be accomplished at www.StewartMWR.com.
Names will be drawn Thursday and those selected will be notified the following
day. Fifty soldiers will be chosen. Boats vary in size, so Soldiers will fish
in groups of 1 to 4 per captain. Fishing will be off shore or in shore,
depending on the boat type. Participants are required to attend a captains’
meeting at 7 p.m. Aug. 12 at the Fish Tales Seafood Restaurant next to the Fort
McAlister Marina. They will report at 6 a.m. Aug. 13 at the restaurant for
departure. Weigh-in will be from 3-5 p.m.
Winners’ prizes and door prizes will be awarded at a reception following
the weigh-in. For more information, call 912-767-4316.
(Thursday) 2016 LIBERTY COUNTY SCHOOLS MILITARY
REGISTRATION DAY:
Liberty County Schools Military Registration Day will be
Thursday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the student’s school. To assist and ease
Military Families with their transition into Liberty County School System, all
Liberty County Schools will be registering students, providing school and
district information, giving class assignments, and answering academic and
school-related questions for the 2016-2017 School Year. Certain forms of
identification, proof of residence, report cards/transcripts, and medical forms
required. For a complete listing, visit www.StewartHunterMWR.com>.
(Friday) JOHNSON FITNESS CENTER TO CLOSE EARLY:
Johnson Fitness Center will close at 6 p.m. Friday for
floor maintenance. The center, located in building 8437, will reopen at 9 a.m.
Saturday and resume its normal operating hours.
(Friday) ‘CINDERELLA’ FEATURED IN HOLBROOK “MOVIES UNDER
THE STARS:
“Cinderella,” rated PG13, will be the featured film
Friday as part of the Holbrook Pond “Movies Under the Stars” series. The movie
is free and begins at sundown. It will last 105 minutes. Popcorn and drinks
will be available for sale (cash only). Movie-goers are asked to bring their
own chairs or blankets. For more information, call 912-767-4316.
(Saturday) DINNER AND A MOVIE AT CLUB STEWART:
Enjoy the atmosphere of a first-class dinner theatre at
Club Stewart on Saturday. Enjoy the comedy-drama, “Chef,” about a chef who
loses his job and starts up a food truck in an effort reclaim his creative
promise and piece back together his broken family. Get a taste from the trailer
at: youtube.com/watch?v=UeF16MCDJtM. The film is rated R due to adult language.
The cost is $25 per person, which includes a three-course gourmet meal,
inspired by food truck dishes, and dessert. Beers and gourmet cocktails available
for purchase. All you can eat appetizers available at 6 p.m., followed by
dinner and the movie at 7 p.m. For more information, call 912-767-4717.
(Saturday and More) MEN'S & WOMEN'S GOLF CLINICS AT
STEWART/HUNTER:
Learn the basics of golf, or brush up on the skills you
have during Men’s and Women’s Golf Clinics taught by PGA Professionals John
Fesperman at Taylors Creek Golf Course
and Tommie McArthur at Hunter Golf Course. Hunter classes start at 10:30 a.m.
and are scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 20, Sept. 24, and Nov. 26. Taylors Creek
classes start at 4 p.m. and are scheduled for Aug. 11, Sept. 8, Oct. 6, Nov. 10
and Dec. 8. The cost of $10 per person includes range balls. Clubs provided, if
needed. Limited space. For more
information, call 912-767-2370 (Stewart) or 912-315-9115 (Hunter).
(July 26) ALL HUNTER CYSS PROGRAMS TO CLOSE EARLY:
All Hunter CYSS programs (CDC's, SAC/MST, Youth Sports
and Parent Central Services) will close at 5 p.m. July 26 so all staff can
complete TARP, EEO and AT level one training at Club Stewart. Also on that day,
Fort Stewart Youth Activity Center and Youth Fitness Center both will close at
6 pm. to allow completion of the training.
(July 26, July 28) COMMUNITY ACTIVITY INFORMATION
REGISTRATION AND BACK TO SCHOOL FAIRS:
Community Activity Information Registration (CAIR) and
Back to School Fairs will be held from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. July 26 at Newman
Fitness Center on Fort Stewart and July 28 at Tominac Fitness Center on Hunter.
Free backpacks and school supplies will be provided by Operation Homefront for
children of Active Duty, E1-E6 or all ranks of post 9/11 wounded, ill or
injured (includes deployed National Guard and Reserve on Title 10 federal
orders). Families must pre-register online prior to the event to receive a
backpack. Supplies are limited, therefore it is on a first-registered,
first-served basis. Register at www.Events.OperationHomefront.net>. The
fairs provide an opportunity for parents to talk with representatives from
DoDEA (Stewart only), public, private and post-secondary schools to help them
in preparing their children/teens for the upcoming school year. Representatives
of recreational and cultural activities, restaurants and local businesses of
interest to the Stewart/Hunter community also participate in the fairs. For
more information, call 912-767-6212.
(July 29) COMMANDER’S GOLF SCRAMBLE AT HUNTER:
Be a part of the camaraderie and golfing fun at the
Commander’s Golf Scramble starting at 1 p.m. July 29 at Hunter Golf Course. The
course was designed by the renowned George W. Cobb and, with its newly
re-grassed greens, is one of the best-kept golfing secrets in the Savannah
area. Play will be 4-person scramble format. Public is welcome. The cost is $45
per person, which includes tournament round, golf car fee, driving range, light
lunch and prizes. Participants are asked to sign up by July 27. For more
information, call 912-315-9115.
(July 30) LIVE PAY-PER-VIEW UFC 201 ACTION AT CLUB
STEWART:
UFC 201, with “Ruthless” Robbie Lawler battling “The Chosen One” Tyron
Woodley in the main fight, will be live on Pay-Per-View July 30, at Club
Stewart. Doors open at 7 p.m. Open to those who are 18 years old or older. Food
and drink specials are offered. There is a $5 entry fee. Shuttles will be
available from designated barracks. Scheduled fights are subject to change by
UFC. The Club Stewart event is sponsored by Indian Motorcycles of Savannah. For
more information, call 912-767-4717.
(July 30) FREE BODYBUILDING, PHYSIQUE & FIGURE POSING
CLINIC:
Are you competing or thinking of competing in
bodybuilding, physique, or figure competitions? Learn how to pose, present
yourself and perfect your onstage presence at a Bodybuilding, Physique, &
Figure Posing Clinic July 30, Aug. 6 or Aug. 20 at 10 a.m. The clinics, to be
held at Newman Fitness Center, are free, but reservations are required. For
more information, call 912-767-3031.
(Aug 13) PRINCESS TEA AT STEWART YOUTH CENTER:
The Mad Hatter Princess Tea, offering the military
community and children a chance to enjoy a fun afternoon of tea, finger foods,
games and crafts, will be held at the Fort Stewart Youth Activity Center,
building 5655, on Aug. 13. Attire is princess and prince. Seatings will be at
11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Limited tickets are on sale through Aug. 5 at
Stewart/Hunter Leisure Travel offices and Stewart Bowling Center. The cost is
$10 for general admission and $5 for youth (ages 10 and under). Presented by the
Liberty Armed Services YMCA, with support from Stewart/Hunter MWR. For more
information, call 912-767-6212.
(Aug. 13) BOWLING BARGAINS ON NATIONAL BOWLING DAY:
Enjoy a great bargain on bowling at both Marne Bowling
Center and Stewart Bowling Center in celebration of National Bowling Day Aug.
13. It’s a great opportunity for Family fun. Bowl for just $1 per game from 11
a.m. until 9 p.m. at Marne Bowling Center, building 402, and from 11:30 a.m.
until 9 p.m. at Stewart Bowling Center, building 450. Shoe rental at each
facility is $2.50 per person. For more information, call 912-767-4866 (Marne
Center) or 912-767-4273 (Stewart Center).
(Ongoing) STEWART/HUNTER CYSS ADDS PART-TIME /PART-DAY
CHILD CARE:
Child, Youth and School Services has added Part-time and
Part Day care to its child care services offerings, effective in August. Hourly
and full daycare care options currently provided by CYSS are not affected by
these additions. The additional services are designed to give parents and
guardians a greater variety of options, choices and flexibility in child care.
Registration begins July 5. For further information about schedules at
Stewart/Hunter facilities go to StewartHunterMWR.com or call Parent Central
Services at Stewart (912-767-2312) or Hunter (912-315-5425).
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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) 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. For more information, call 912-435-5087.
(Aug. 1) GOLF OUTING:
World's largest golf outing, sponsored by Fisher House.
Play for a chance to win. One of the best charity events that benefits a great
cause! If you have any question, please contact: Austin Swanger, Tournament
Director at Savannah Harbor, 912-201-2253.
(Aug. 14) MILITARY DAY AT ATLANTA FALCON'S TRAINING CAMP:
The Atlanta Falcons will host a Military Day at their
training camp at their practice facility, 4400 Falcon Parkway, Flowery Branch,
Ga, 30542, on Aug. 14. Free admission! For directions, parking and additional
information please visit atlantafalcons.com. Date and time are subject to
change, please check www.atlantafalcons.com for updates. he first 1,000 guests through the gates that
present a Military ID (active, reserves and retired) will receive two
complimentary tickets to the Atlanta Falcons vs. Jacksonville Jaguars game on
Thursday, September 1. Gates open at 8:30 a.m., Open practice is 10 a.m. There
will be post practice autographs and giveaways.
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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.
