TODAY/THIS WEEK
(Today-Friday) FIELD SANITATION TEAM TRAINING:
Field Sanitation Team training will take place
today-Friday. 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.
(Wednesday) BETRAYED:
Living and Loving after Betrayal. This training is a
compassionate guide to healing from intimate betrayal. Practical strategies are presented for
overcoming betrayal induced trauma and the chronic resentment and depression
that results. It is helpful but not
required for a new partner to attend. Can be helpful to singles and divorcees
to assist with letting go of the past prior to initiating new relationships.
Please join us next Wednesday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Important: at this time the ACS on-line sign up for classes is broken.
To sign up, please call 767-2882.
(Friday) TOPICS NEEDED FOR OCTOBER STATE OF THE GARRISON:
The State of the Garrison workforce presentation by the
Garrison Commander will be held in October at both Fort Stewart and Hunter Army
Airfield. In order to better inform the
workforce on relevant topics, we are soliciting your comments in order to provide
useful information. All topics will be
considered. Please feel free to provide
your input no later than Friday to Connie Doolittle at 912-767-7843 or
connie.d.doolittle.civ@army.mil.
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JULY/OTHER BRIEFS
(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.
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FMWR BRIEFS
(Tuesday) 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. Tuesday 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.
(Tuesday, Thursday) 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. Tuesday at Newman
Fitness Center on Fort Stewart and Thursday 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.
(Friday) 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. Friday 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.
(Saturday) 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 Saturday, at Club
Stewart. Doors open at 7 p.m. Open to those who are 18 or older. Food and drink
specials available. There is no cover as this event is sponsored by Indian
Motorcycle Savannah. Shuttles will be available from designated barracks.
Scheduled fights are subject to change by UFC. For more information, call
912-767-4717.
(Saturday) 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.)
(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.
