Marne Message

Tuesday, February 17, 2015

February 17, 2015

MARNE SPIRIT AWARD NOMINATION PERIOD CLOSES FRIDAY:

The nomination period for the Marne Spirit Award closes Friday, Feb. 20. All 3rd ID Units submit signed nomination packets to Carol Stone, Division Family Readiness Program coordinator, carol.j.stone2.civ@mail.mil, office: 435-9958 or Blackberry: 912-320-5259, NLT Feb. 20. Installation and tenant units submit signed nomination packets to Naomi Fayson, ACS Army Volunteer Corps coordinator, at naomi.c.fayson.civ@mail.mil or by calling 912-767-0248/1257, NLT Feb. 20. Nominees must demonstrate “above and beyond” the call of duty performance of the volunteer and the individual must have made an impact on the immediate organization during the recommended period.

TODAY/THIS WEEK

VEHICLE REGISTRATION OFFICE HOUR CHANGES:

Effective today, the operational hours for the FS and HAAF Vehicle Registration Offices will change to 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

HUNTER CIF RENOVATIONS:
HAAF CIF warehouse, BLDG 1036, is undergoing renovation beginning today until further notice. During renovation, routine warehouse customer service will be provided through the Steven Douglas Road entrance. Customers requiring FLIPL service and general information will continue to use the current CIF office entrance. For additional information, individuals may contact Mr. Fred Carew at (912) 315-5889.

TRANSITIONING FROM THE ARMY-NEED MONEY FOR COLLEGE, Feb. 18 and 19:

Attend an information session at the Fort Stewart Education Center Wed., Feb. 18 from 3-4 p.m. and Thur., Feb. 19 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-2:30 p.m. hosted by CMSgt Al Velez, Senior Enlisted Advisor for Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) and learn about educational assistance DANTES has to offer. For more information please call 912-767-8331.

HAAF CENTRAL ENERGY PLANT OUTAGE, Feb. 22:

The Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Directorate of Public Works will be conducting some upgrades to the CEP on Feb. 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This will affect hot water, heating, and air conditioning in the following buildings: 1324, 1325, 1326, 1354, 1505, 1506, 1509, 1511, 1525, 1527, 1528, and 1529. For more information, contact James Maddox at 912-767-5027.

DENTAL CLINIC CLOSURES FOR MANDATORY TRAINING:

Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield Dental Clinic's will close for mandatory training. There will be sick call hours only on the day of the Clinic closing. For more information please call 435-7043. Please see schedule below:

Feb. 18: Dental Clinic #2 and Dental Clinic #5 will be closed all day Feb. 18 for mandatory training ---sick call will be seen at Dental Clinic #1, 351 W 6th Street, Bldg. 440, Fort Stewart

Feb. 23: Dental Clinic #1 will be closed all day Feb. 23 for mandatory training ---sick call will be seen at Dental Clinic #4, 343 Warrior Road, Bldg. 2115, Fort Stewart

Feb. 25: Dental Clinic #3 will be closed all day on Feb. 25 for mandatory training --- Dental Clinic #3 will be open for sick call only from 7:30 to 9 a.m.

Feb. 26: Dental Clinic #4 will be closed all day Feb. 26 for mandatory training --- sick call will be seen at Dental Clinic #1, from 7:30 to 10 a.m. only, 351 W. 6th St., Bldg. 440, Fort Stewart\

Mar. 9: Dental Clinic #6 closed all day March 9 Feb for mandatory training --- Dental Clinic #6 will see sick call only from 7:30 to 9 a.m.

FUEL FACILITY PROTOCOL:

Patrons of the Fort Stewart and HAAF Bulk Fuel Facilities are to be reminded that proper fuel procedures after dispensing fuel is to replace the nozzle back in the dispenser. This will avoid fuel from leaking and contaminating ground surfaces. For additional information, individuals may contact Ms. Sylvia Whitfield at (912) 435-0146.

COMMUNITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY, now open:

The 2015 Community Needs Assessment Survey (CNAS) is open! All community members, including Soldiers, Family Members, DA Civilians, Contractors, and Retirees are encouraged to take the survey. The CNAS can be found at http://tinyurl.com/CNAS2015 . All survey answers are anonymous and the results are used to determine ways to improve the Fort Stewart and HAAF communities. For more information, contact Division Health Promotion at 435-9959 or 435-0875.

CONTROLLED BURNING, ongoing:

Fort Stewart's Forestry Branch is in the midst of a controlled burn season and will be conducting controlled burns at various locations on the Installation each week. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use extra caution when traveling through areas that may be affected by smoke. For more information, please contact Amanda Price at 912-767-2010.

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FEBRUARY/OTHER HEADLINES

ARMY EMERGENCY RELIEF - MAKING A DIFFERENCE:
The campaign runs from March 1st through May 15th with the goal of creating greater awareness of the benefits of AER as well as providing Soldiers the opportunity to donate to their fellow Soldiers. For more information please contact Mr. Frederick Sledge: (912) 767- 5065 for Fort Stewart and Ms. Jeanie Smith: (912) 315-6816 for HAAF.

ACS ROLE PLAYERS WANTED:
Army Community Service is looking for some Soldiers and Spouses to be role players for an upcoming exercise. Volunteers must be able to take direction, listen and stay to the scenario already prepared. The exercise will be testing ACS's emergency response capabilities. If interested, please contact Fort Stewart (912) 767-1257/1597 for more details.

TAX CENTERS ARE OPEN, through Apr. 30:

The Marne Tax Centers at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield are open through Apr. 30. Tax Preparers are available to assist Solders, Family Members, and Retirees from 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon-Wed & Fri, 11 a.m. to 4 pm Thursday. Full service assistance for walk-in or drop-off returns. Please bring military IDs and Social Security Cards, all statements of income (i.e., W-2 forms and 1099 forms), rental property documents, mortgage interest statements, etc. For more information, please call the Fort Stewart Tax Center at (912) 767-1040 or the Hunter Army Airfield Tax Center at (912) 315-3675. The Fort Stewart office is located at 2233 Gulick Ave, Bldg. 816-E between 18th Street and Gate 5. The Hunter office is located at 638 Horace Emmet Wilson Blvd, Bldg. 1211. Start gathering your important tax documents today.

MONTHLY TOBACCO CESSATION CLASSES, begin Feb. 25:

Army Public Health Nursing in conjunction with the Army Wellness Center will conduct monthly tobacco cessation classes, beginning Feb. 25, 9 to 10 a.m. at the Army Wellness Center located at 844 Gulick Ave., Fort Stewart. Classes will provide tools on how to become tobacco free and how to stay tobacco free if you have already quit. Open to all Active Duty, Retirees, Military Beneficiaries and DoD Civilians (MEDDAC, DENTAC, & VETCOM only). For more information contact Kirstie McDonald, APHN 912-435-5071 or Valerie Carmack-Issac 912-767-4077, Nurse Educator, Army Wellness Center.

EARN CREDITS WITH MARCH EDUCATIONAL KICKOFF:

March is Traumatic Brain Awareness Month and the Stewart-Hunter Medical Activity Commands begins recognition with a TBI Educational Forum, which provides continuing education credits. This free Webinar-forum is scheduled 1-3 p.m., Monday, March 2 at Winn Army Community Hospital in the Patriot Auditorium to persons who actively provide TBI/psychological care to active duty Service members, Reservists, National Guardsmen, military veterans and/or their families. Light refreshments will be served. Persons must register to receive the credits by contacting Kim Whyte at kim.l.whyte.civ@mail.mil or legregory.j.dykes.civ@mail.mil, or by calling 912.435.7372.

NEW SOLDIER FINANCE CUSTOMER SERVICE HOURS, effective March 2:

Monday 1 to 3 p.m.

Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Thursday 1 to 3 p.m.

Closed Daily for lunch noon to 1 p.m.

Closed all DONSAs and Training Holidays

NEW HEARING CONSERVATION HOURS, effective March 2:

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 10:30 a.m. to noon (Unit testing); 1 to 4 p.m. (Unit testing)

Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. to noon (Unit testing); 1 to 4 p.m. (Walk In)

Friday: 10:30 a.m. to noon (Unit testing); 1 to 4 p.m. (Follow-ups) All units testing MUST have an appointed HPO present during scheduled timeframe. Walk in times are for Soldiers who cannot make regular appointment. Any questions, or for walk in policy, contact the Army Hearing Program at (912) 435-3133.

RED CROSS SPAGHETTI DINNER, Mar. 6:

Get Carb loaded and ready for the Run for Red 5K at the Red Cross Spaghetti Dinner, Friday, Mar. 6, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at Victory Chapel, Bldg. 2125, 374 Warrior Rd. Invite your supporters, and pre-register for the 5K.

The event is planned and executed together with Club Beyond, which will receive the proceeds of the event. They will be used as funds for military children to go to summer camp. Donations accepted. For more information contact Phil Parsons, Club Beyond, email: pparsons@clubbeyond.org, 912-683-1793, or Jaime Waterbury, Red Cross, 912-767-2197.

RUN FOR RED 5K, Mar. 7:

Registration for the run will be open until 7:30 a.m. Runners can check in until shortly before the start. The run starts at 9 a.m. Top finishers will receive a medal in their age group. Refreshments are available for all participants. This is a Red Cross event supported by Club Beyond. All proceeds will benefit the American Red Cross. Call 912-767-2197 for more information.

STATE OF THE GARRISON, Apr. 14 and Apr. 16:

Col. Kevin Gregory, US Army Garrison Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Garrison Commander, will conduct the bi-annual Fort Stewart State of the Garrison, Tues. Apr. 14, 1 to 3 p.m., at the Main Post Chapel. Lt. Col. Will Bowman, Garrison Commander, Hunter Army Airfield, will conduct the Hunter State of the Garrison Thurs., Apr. 16, 1 to 3 p.m., at the Hunter Chapel. Topics include IMCOM CG priorities, Leadership change, Things We Are Proud Of, What's Next, Resources, and Awards. The State of the Garrison is a bi-annual event to share information with the workforce, and are open to all Garrison employees.

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SIGN-UP BEGINS WEDNESDAY FOR MARNE TRAIL BASS TOURNAMENT AT PINEVIEW LAKE, March 21:

Early Bird registration begins Wed. for the Marne Trail Bass Tournament, a catch-and-release event at 6:30 a.m. March 21 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 (Feb. 18-28) 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.

FREEDOM TRAIL TOUR TRIP TO SAVANNAH, Feb. 21:

Register by Wednesday (Feb. 18) for the Leisure Travel trip 11:30 a.m. Saturday (Feb. 21) to Savannah, where you’ll see remnants of the Underground Railroad, as well as where "free persons of color" lived during slavery time, the port of entry where slaves were bought and sold, and Savannah's African American Monument. The cost is $25 per adult and $20 for ages 3-17. For more information, call 912-767-2841 at Stewart or 912-315-3674 at Hunter.

DAYTONA 500 TICKETS, BUS RIDE TO RACE AVAILABLE AT LEISURE TRAVEL OFFICES:

Buy discounted Daytona 500 tickets at the Stewart/Hunter Leisure Travel Offices. Tickets are $60 and up, depending on seats. Tickets available for the Budweiser Duel & Sprint Fanzone Race on Thursday (Feb. 19); the Daytona 300 Xfinity Race & Sprint Fanzone Race Saturday (Feb. 21) and the Daytona 500 & Sprint Fanzone Race on Sunday (Feb. 22). Register by today (Feb. 16) to travel by bus to Daytona for the race Feb. 22. Bus cost is $30 per person. For more information, call 912-767-2841 (Stewart) or 912-315-3674 (Hunter).

CARDBOARD BOAT REGATTA AT HUNTER, Feb. 28:

Sign-up now for the Cardboard Boat Regatta to be held 10:30 a.m. Feb. 28 at the Tominac Fitness Center Pool on Hunter. Using only cardboard and duct tape, participants must build a boat to race one length of the pool with a two-person crew. No charge to enter. Paddles provided. The three competition categories are kids, adults, and adults verses kids. Plus, a prize will be awarded for the best-looking boat. For more information, call 912-315-5078.

"THE WALKING DEAD" TOUR ATLANTA TRIP, March 7:

Register by Feb. 28 to take “The Walking Dead” tour in Atlanta March 7. Visit the hospital where it all started for your favorite sheriff on "The Walking Dead." Go inside the goat farm and see firsthand where the "Vatis" held camp. Find out if the CDC is still standing and get your own cover shot and selfie from the Jackson Street Bridge. Cost of $100 per person includes transportation on a motor coach and tour. For more information, call 912-767-2841 at Stewart and 912-315-3674 (Hunter).

DAY OF OFFSHORE FISHING WITH LEISURE TRAVEL, March 21:

Register until March 15 for a day of offshore fishing, sailing out of Jekyll Island. The cost of $135 per person includes bait, tackle and transportation. Participants must be 12 years old or older. Keep what you catch if in season (limits set by Fish and Wildlife). For more information, call 912-767-2841 at Stewart and 912-315-3674 at Hunter.

10-MINUTE SWING TUNE-UP ON HUNTER GOLF RANGE, March 21, 28:

Purchase a large bucket of driving range balls and receive a 10-minute tune-up of your golf swing during the hours of 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on March 21 and March 28 at Hunter Golf Course. There’s no charge for the tune-up to help you prepare for the upcoming golfing season. For more information, call 912-315-9115.

REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR MANAGED HOG HUNT AT STEWART, March 28:

Hunters who would like to participate in a Managed Hog Hunt in Delta Complex at Fort Stewart on March 28 should register at the Stewart or Hunter Pass & Permit office before March 19. Gold Star Family Members, Purple Heart recipients and WTB Soldiers will receive special invitations to attend. Hunt is also open to Active Duty Soldiers and Retirees. The 40 slots for the hunt will be filled by lottery drawing on March 19. The cost for those selected is $10 per person. For more information, call 912-767-4316.

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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.) Coastal Happenings

HINESVILLE SMALL WORLD FESTIVAL, Mar. 7:

Celebrate the diversity of Hinesville's International community at the 7th Annual Small World Festival. Are you ready for a trip around the world? Small World Festival will feature a World Market Place, International Food Court, and Cultural Entertainment. The festival will be held in conjunction with the Grand Opening of Bryant Commons and Liberty County's first dog park. Small World Festival Applications are now being accepted.

For more information call the Hinesville Downtown Development Authority 912-877-4332. Come to the Small World Festival and visit the International Food Court and Bring your four footed friend!

INTERNATIONAL CAR SHOW IN CONJUNCTION WITH SMALL WORLD FESTIVAL, Mar. 7:

Presented by the Hinesville Military Affairs Committee. All cars are welcome. All proceeds benefit the Veterans' Memorial Walk at Bryant Commons. Registration fee $25. For more information contact Melinda Schneider at (912) 271-1702 or via email at: yellowbowlady@coastalnow.net

RBC HERITAGE, April 16-19:

Active duty Service Members and their Families will receive free admission to the 2015 RBC Heritage PGA Tournament at the Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island Apr. 16-19. Service Members will also have access to the Patriots Outpost all four days where food and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided free of charge.

Thursday, February 12, 2015

Feb. 12, 2015

FS SWEETHEART DANCE AND NIGHT-IN FOR PRE-TEENS, TEENS, Friday (Feb. 13):

CYSS-registered youth are invited to the Youth Activity Center, building 5655, for a night filled with fun, games and dancing from 7-10 p.m. Friday. There’s no charge. Register by today (Feb. 12). Bring your date and enjoy a safe night. We’ll have a live DJ and light refreshments. For more information, call 912-767-4491.

TODDLER’S VALENTINE’S PARTY AT STEWART BOWLING CENTER, Friday (Feb. 13):

Children ages 0-5 are invited to a Toddler’s Valentine’s Party from 10 a.m. until noon Friday at Stewart Bowling Center, building 450. The cost of $2 per child includes shoe rental. Parents can join the bowling fun at the same price. For more information call 912-767-4273.

SIGN-UP CLOSES FRIDAY FOR MARTIN LUTHER KING LIBRARY & ARCHIVES TOUR IN ATLANTA, Feb. 28:

Register by Friday (Feb. 13) for a trip Feb. 28 with Leisure Travel to watch the Black History Month Parade in Atlanta and see the largest repository of primary source materials on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the American Civil Rights Movement. Tour includes birth home, crypt of Dr. and Mrs. King, exhibits at Freedom Hall, gift shop/information facility and reflecting pool. The cost of $60 per adult (ages 13 and older) and $55 per child (ages 12 and under) includes tour and transportation. For more information, call 912-767-2841 at Stewart and 912-315-3674 (Hunter).

VALENTINE'S DAY DINNER FOR TWO AT CLUB STEWART, Saturday (Feb. 14):

Enjoy a four-course meal with beverage and choice of one of four entrees, as well as a shareable dessert in a romantic, elegant atmosphere with your significant other from 5-9 p.m. Feb. 14 at Club Stewart, building 405. Cost is $50 per couple/$25 per person. For reservations or more information, call 912-767-4717.

GATE 8 AND ROAD CLOSURE, Feb. 16:

Fort Stewart's Gate 8 and a segment of Veterans Parkway will be closed Feb. 16 for power line work. Veterans Parkway will be closed from Gate 8 to Italy Street. Gate 8 will reopen Feb. 17 at its regular time. Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield's Directorate of Public Works is conducting the power line work as part of the Veterans Parkway road-widening project. For more information, contact Jim Maddox at 767-5505.

VET CLINIC CLOSED, Feb. 16:

The Veterinary Clinic will be closed Feb. 16 for President's Day, and is closed for all federal holidays. In addition, the clinic closes early the last day of the month for inventory. If you are looking for a lost pet please check with us, as Animal Control brings stray and loose pets to the facility. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Wednesday from 9 a.m. 3 p.m. For more information, call 435-7387.

VEHICLE REGISTRATION OFFICE HOUR CHANGES:

Effective Feb. 17 the operational hours for the FS and HAAF Vehicle Registration Offices will change to 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

TRANSITIONING FROM THE ARMY-NEED MONEY FOR COLLEGE, Feb. 18 and 19:

Attend an information session at the Fort Stewart Education Center Wed. from 3-4 p.m., Thurs. from 10:30-11:30 a.m. or Thurs. 1:30-2:30 p.m., hosted by CMSgt Al Velez, Senior Enlisted Advisor for Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support(DANTES) and learn about educational assistance DANTES has to offer. Space is limited. Call today to reserve a seat at 767-8331.

ACS REAR DETACHMENT LEADER TRAINING, Feb. 18-19:

ACS will be conducting a rear-detachment training event on Feb. 18-19. If you are or will be slotted as a rear detachment commander, first sergeant or Family readiness Group liaison officer, this training is for you. Understand how to deal with Families in crisis, learn about the Community resources available to assist you in this most important leadership role. For questions, please call 912-767-1257.

FOOD HANDLER'S CLASS, Feb. 23:

Register now for the next 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 Thursday February 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)

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FEBRUARY/OTHER HEADLINES

FUEL FACILITY PROTOCOL:

COMMUNITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY, now open:

CONTROLLED BURNING, ongoing:

TAX CENTERS ARE OPEN, through Apr. 30:

GREAT AMERICAN SPIT OUT - DITCH THE SNUFF FOR BETTER STUFF, Feb. 19:

On Feb. 19 during the Great American Spit Out, Army Public Health Nursing would like to encourage military members, civilians and military beneficiaries to Ditch Snuff for Better Stuff - Set a quit date and start thinking about saving money, time and health. For more information on how to quit smokeless tobacco, visit UCanQuit2.org/QuittingDip or call APHN at 912-435-5071 to schedule an appointment with the tobacco cessation specialist.

MONTHLY TOBACCO CESSATION CLASSES, begin Feb. 25:

Fort Stewart. Classes will provide tools on how to become tobacco free and how to stay tobacco free if you have already quit. Open to all Active Duty, Retirees, Military Beneficiaries and DoD Civilians (MEDDAC, DENTAC, & VETCOM only). For more information contact Kirstie McDonald, APHN 912-435-5071 or Valerie Carmack-Issac 912-767-4077, Nurse Educator, Army Wellness Center.

NEW HEARING CONSERVATION HOURS, effective March 2:

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 10:30 a.m. to noon (Unit testing); 1 to 4 p.m. (Unit testing)

Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. to noon (Unit testing); 1 to 4 p.m. (Walk In)

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FMWR NEWS

ULTIMATE FRISBEE LEAGUE SIGN-UPS AT STEWART:

Registration continues until March 6 for companies who want to participate in the Ultimate Frisbee League. Games begin March 16 at the Sports Annex (800 block). There is no charge to compete. Companies who want to participate should submit a memo to the Bennett Sports Office, building 471. For more information, call 912-767-8238.

COMPANY-LEVEL SOCCER LEAGUE SIGN-UPS UNDER WAY:

Sign-ups for company-level soccer league play will continue until March 6. Play begins March 16. There is no charge to compete. Companies interested in participating should submit a memo to the Bennett Sports Complex at Stewart or Squires Sports Complex at Hunter. For more information, call 912-767-8238 at Stewart or 912-315-4160 at Hunter.

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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.)

RBC HERITAGE, April 16-19:

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Monday, February 9, 2015

Feb. 9, 2015

STOP FUEL LEAKS!

MILITARY JOB FAIR ON FORT STEWART, Feb. 10:

Sixty military-friendly companies will be present to interview and hire military talent at the CivilianJobs.com Military Job Fair on Fort Stewart from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Club Stewart. The event is sponsored by the Fort Stewart Soldier For Life Transition Assistance Program. Agencies include New York Life Insurance, Toyota Forklifts of Atlanta, Vinnell Arabia, Savannah Chatham Metropolitan Police Department and Aetna Inc. Job seekers are strongly encouraged to pre-register to help facilitate an effective pre-matching process. Attendees may pre-register at CivilianJobs.com Job Fairs.

STEWART LEISURE TRAVEL OFFICE CLOSED DURING MORNING FOR TRAINING, Tuesday (Feb. 10):

The Fort Stewart Leisure Travel Office, located in the PX Furniture Mall, will be closed until 12:30 p.m. Tuesday (Feb. 10) for staff training. For more information, call 912-767-2841.

AFRICAN AMERICAN/BLACK HISTORY OBSERVED, Feb. 11:

The 3rd Infantry Division will host an African American/Black History Month Observance 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 11 at Club Stewart in the main ball room, hosted by the 1st ABCT. The guest speaker is Dr. Leroy Zimmerman. There will be Food Samples after the observance. For more information, contact SFC Kenneth D. Lockhard, 3 ID Equal Opportunity Advisor Office at (912) 767-9265.

GATE 8 AND ROAD CLOSURE, Feb. 16:

COMMUNITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY, now open:

CONTROLLED BURNING, ongoing:

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FEBRUARY/OTHER HEADLINES

TAX CENTERS ARE OPEN, through Apr. 30:

VET CLINIC CLOSED, Feb. 16:

VEHICLE REGISTRATION OFFICE HOUR CHANGES:

Effective Feb. 17 the operational hours for the FS and HAAF Vehicle Registration Offices will change to 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

TRANSITIONING FROM THE ARMY-NEED MONEY FOR COLLEGE, Feb. 18 and 19:

Attend an information session at the Fort Stewart Education Center Wed., Feb. 18 from 3-4 p.m. and Thur., Feb. 19 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-2:30 p.m. hosted by CMSgt Al Velez, Senior Enlisted Advisor for Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support(DANTES) and learn about educational assistance DANTES has to offer. For more information please call 912-767-8331.

ACS REAR DETACHMENT LEADER TRAINING, Feb. 18-19:

GREAT AMERICAN SPIT OUT - DITCH THE SNUFF FOR BETTER STUFF, Feb. 19:

MONTHLY TOBACCO CESSATION CLASSES, begin Feb. 25:

NEW HEARING CONSERVATION HOURS, effective March 2:

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 10:30 a.m. to noon (Unit testing); 1 to 4 p.m. (Unit testing)

Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. to noon (Unit testing); 1 to 4 p.m. (Walk In)

RED CROSS SPAGHETTI DINNER, Mar. 6:

RUN FOR RED 5K, Mar. 7:

STATE OF THE GARRISON, Apr. 14 and Apr. 16:

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FMWR NEWS

STEWART/HUNTER SKIESUNLIMITED OFFERS DANCE CLASSES:

Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield CYSS SKIESUnlimited program is now offering dance classes for ballet, tap/jazz, contemporary and hip hop. The number of slots available is limited. Classes are $45 per month and begin this month (February). Pre-dance is offered for ages 2-4. Other programs with open enrollment include Jiu Jitsu, piano, tutoring, art classes, gymnastics and Zumba. For more information, call 912-767-3781 at Stewart or 912-315-1011 at Hunter.

8 FOR 8 BOWLOPOLIS BOWLING LEAGUE AT STEWART BOWLING CENTER, Saturday (Feb. 7):

The 8 for 8 Bowlopolis Bowling League at Stewart Bowling Center, building 450, is open to everyone who wants to learn to bowl. Participants bowl two games on Saturday mornings, from 10 a.m. until noon starting Saturday (Feb. 7). At the end of program on March 28, participants receive their own bowling ball. The cost is $8 per session and includes all equipment and instructions. For more information, call 912-767-4273.

LARGE CALIBER RIFLE SHOOT, Saturday (Feb. 7) and March 7:

Large caliber rifle shoots are scheduled for Saturday (Feb. 7) and March 7 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at SA November range. The cost is $5 for a two-hour block. Targets provided and shooting benches placed for use at each point. All Weapons must be re-registered on the installation to fire at this range. Register weapons at Pass & Permit from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Directions to range: Off Gulick, take 15th Street to McFarland. Take right and follow signs on FS RD 40 to FS RD 38. Go past Main Rail Head 1/2 mile and SA November Range is on the right. For more information, call 912-767-4316.

TEAM IRONMAN SKEET, TRAP SHOOT AT HUNTER, Saturday (Feb. 7):

The Team Ironman Shoot will be held starting at 9 a.m. Saturday (Feb. 7) at the Hunter Skeet and Trap Range, building 8250 (off South Perimeter Road). Two-person teams, randomly chosen by drawing prior to the event, will shoot 5-stand, Skeet, and Trap. Each member will shoot 25 birds at two different events. Total scores will be combined for the team. The cost is $25 per person. For more information, call 912-315-9554.

ULTIMATE FRISBEE LEAGUE SIGN-UPS BEGIN AT STEWART, Feb 9:

Registration begins Feb. 9 for companies who want to find out if their Frisbee teams is the best on Fort Stewart. Sign-ups continue until March 6 and games begin on March 16 at the Sports Annex (800 block). There is no charge to compete. Companies interested in participating should submit a memo to the Bennett Sports Office, building 471. For more information, call 912-767-8238.

STEWART/HUNTER COMPANY-LEVEL SOCCER LEAGUE SIGN-UPS, Feb. 9-March 6:

Sign-ups for company-level soccer league play begin Feb. 9 and continue until March 6. Play begins March 16. There is no charge to compete. Companies interested in participating should submit a memo to the Bennett Sports Complex at Stewart or Squires Sports Complex at Hunter. For more information, call 912-767-8238 at Stewart or 912-315-4160 at Hunter.

FS SWEETHEART DANCE AND NIGHT-IN FOR PRE-TEENS, TEENS, Feb. 13:

CYSS-registered youth are invited to the Youth Activity Center, building 5655, for a night filled with fun, games and dancing from 7-10 p.m. Feb. 13. There’s no charge. Register by Feb. 12. Bring your date and enjoy a safe night. We’ll have a live DJ and light refreshments. For more information, call 912-767-4491.

TODDLER'S VALENTINE'S PARTY AT STEWART BOWLING CENTER, Feb. 13:

Children ages 0-5 are invited to a Toddler’s Valentine’s Party from 10 a.m. until noon Feb. 13 at Stewart Bowling Center, building 450. The cost of $2 per child includes shoe rental. Parents can join the bowling fun at the same price. For more information call 912-767-4273.

VALENTINE'S DAY DINNER FOR TWO AT CLUB STEWART, Feb. 14:

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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.) Coastal Happenings

VALENTINE'S DAY GALA, Feb. 14:

Enjoy dinner, dancing and entertainment at the Valentine's Day Gala, sponsored by the E. E. Foundation, Inc., on Sat., Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. The event takes place at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Savannah, 31 St. and Bull. The cost is $50 per person; dress attire is semi- formal or formal. To purchase your ticket, go to eefoundationinc.com; for additional information, call 237-7765.

SAVANNAH IRISH FIESTIVAL, Feb. 15:

Active-duty service members will get free admission to the Savannah Irish Festival on Sunday, Feb. 15, when they present their military ID. Performances will include the Irish Dancers of Savannah and several well-known musicians. To learn more about the festival, go to www.savannayhirish.org.

HINESVILLE SMALL WORLD FESTIVAL, Mar. 7:

For more information call the Hinesville Downtown Development Authority 912-877-4332. Come to the Small World Festival and visit the International Food Court and Bring your four footed friend!

INTERNATIONAL CAR SHOW IN CONJUNCTION WITH SMALL WORLD FESTIVAL, Mar. 7:

RBC HERITAGE, April 16-19:

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Thursday, February 5, 2015

Thursday, Feb. 5, 2015

THIS WEEK:

WARRIOR LEADER COURSE GRADUATION, Friday: The Fort Stewart NCO Academy Warrior Leader course, Class 03-15, will graduate February 6, 2015, at Newman Fitness Center, 11:00 a.m. Doors open at 10:45 p.m. The uniform for military attendees is ACU's and for the civilians proper attire. Please call SSG Jones, 912-435-2506 for more information.

McNEELY ROAD TRAFFIC ALERT, through Friday:

A traffic alert has been made for McNeely Road Traffic Alert due to utility relocation work that will take place near the intersection of McNeely Road and Hero Road from Feb 2-6. Both inbound and outbound lanes will be impacted on a small portion of McNeely road. Motorists are advised to use extra caution in this area. The POC for this action is Mr. Matt Bolen (DPW Project Manager) at 912-767-7898.

ARMY NURSE CORPS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Friday:

The Army Nurse Corps 114th Birthday Celebration is being held on Feb. 6 at 2 p.m. in the Patriot Auditorium at Fort Stewart's Winn Army Community Hospital. Guest speaker is Winn's Deputy Commander of Nursing, Colonel Robin M. Adams-Massenburg. Refreshments will be served. All Army Nurse Corps Officers in the facility, and those who are retired and formerly served are invited. Light refreshments provided.

COMMISSARY OFFERS FREE LUNCHES, Sunday:

The Hunter Commissary will give away FREE lunches, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 8, at the front of the store to celebrate Black History Month. Come by and pick up your lunch; no reservation required. For additional information, contact 315-5711.

STEWART LEISURE TRAVEL OFFICE CLOSED DURING MORNING FOR TRAINING, Feb. 10:

The Fort Stewart Leisure Travel Office, located in the PX Furniture Mall, will be closed until 12:30 p.m. Tuesday (Feb. 10) for staff training. For more information, call 912-767-2841.

MILITARY JOB FAIR ON FORT STEWART, Feb. 10:

AFRICAN AMERICAN/BLACK HISTORY OBSERVED, Feb. 11:

COMMUNITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY, now open:

CONTROLLED BURNING, ongoing:

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FEBRUARY/OTHER HEADLINES

TAX CENTERS ARE OPEN, through Apr. 30:

VET CLINIC CLOSED, Feb. 16:

VEHICLE REGISTRATION OFFICE HOUR CHANGES:

Effective Feb. 17 the operational hours for the FS and HAAF Vehicle Registration Offices will change to 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

ACS REAR DETACHMENT LEADER TRAINING, Feb. 18-19:

GREAT AMERICAN SPIT OUT - DITCH THE SNUFF FOR BETTER STUFF, Feb. 19:

MONTHLY TOBACCO CESSATION CLASSES, begin Feb. 25:

NEW HEARING CONSERVATION HOURS, effective March 2:

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 10:30 a.m. to noon (Unit testing); 1 to 4 p.m. (Unit testing)

Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. to noon (Unit testing); 1 to 4 p.m. (Walk In)

RED CROSS SPAGHETTI DINNER, Mar. 6:

RUN FOR RED 5K, Mar. 7:

STATE OF THE GARRISON, Apr. 14 and Apr. 16:

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FMWR NEWS

STEWART/HUNTER SKIESUNLIMITED OFFERS DANCE CLASSES:

8 FOR 8 BOWLOPOLIS BOWLING LEAGUE AT STEWART BOWLING CENTER, Saturday (Feb. 7):

LARGE CALIBER RIFLE SHOOT, Saturday (Feb. 7) and March 7:

TEAM IRONMAN SKEET, TRAP SHOOT AT HUNTER, Saturday (Feb. 7):

ULTIMATE FRISBEE LEAGUE SIGN-UPS BEGIN AT STEWART, Feb 9:

STEWART/HUNTER COMPANY-LEVEL SOCCER LEAGUE SIGN-UPS, Feb. 9-March 6:

FS SWEETHEART DANCE AND NIGHT-IN FOR PRE-TEENS, TEENS, Feb. 13:

TODDLER'S VALENTINE'S PARTY AT STEWART BOWLING CENTER, Feb. 13:

VALENTINE'S DAY DINNER FOR TWO AT CLUB STEWART, Feb. 14:

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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.) Coastal Happenings

VALENTINE'S DAY GALA, Feb. 14:

SAVANNAH IRISH FIESTIVAL, Feb. 15:

HINESVILLE SMALL WORLD FESTIVAL, Mar. 7:

For more information call the Hinesville Downtown Development Authority 912-877-4332. Come to the Small World Festival and visit the International Food Court and Bring your four footed friend!

INTERNATIONAL CAR SHOW WITH SMALL WORLD FESTIVAL, Mar. 7:

RBC HERITAGE, April 16-19: