TODAY/THIS WEEK
VOICE YOUR OPINION WITH THE CLIMATE SURVEY, Ongoing Your
participation in the Defense Equal Opportunity Climate Survey is encouraged and
anonymous. Your feedback will help shape decisions and help create a positive
place to work. The deadline to complete the survey is September 11. Your
participation is completely anonymous and voluntary, but highly encouraged to
better the overall workforce.
Individuals will be provided access codes in email from their immediate
supervisor of DEOMI. For more information, contact Vonzetta Davis-Lewis at
912-767-4072.
ARMY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITES FOR SOLDIERS:
Ongoing Strengthening our Army profession is critical to the Army's success and
is a priority of Major General Jim Rainey, 3ID Commander. Marne soldiers and
leaders are encouraged to join a newly created closed Facebook group for Army
professional leaders. Group membership is not mandatory. Major General Rainey will spearhead an
interactive discussion on leadership and other relevant topics in the Marne
Leader Facebook group. Group membership is open to SFC and above, CW3 and
above, and CPT and above who are assigned to 3ID or FSGA/HAAF tenant units.
Those wishing to join need to go
https://www.facebook.com/groups/436576593181276/. You can also follow Marne 6
@MarneLeader on twitter as well at www.twitter.com/marneleader.
“MARNE ROCK STAR” NOMINATION UNDERWAY, Ongoing:
Under the direction of the 3rd ID Commanding General,
units are asked to support this community outreach event designed to recognize
the efforts of private citizens who make a difference in the Marne community.
These individuals have enhanced the quality of life for our soldiers and their
families. Individuals designated as “Marne Rock Stars” will be recognized at
the upcoming Division Ball and will have their photograph permanently displayed
in Division Headquarters. Nominations should be received by September 15 and
submitted to usarmy.stewart.3-id.list.comrel@mail.mil.
HAAF CENTRAL ISSUE FACILITY CLOSURE, Today, Wednesday:
The facility will be closed and normal operations will
resume September 10. Please contact Mr. Josue Santiago at (912) 435-0367 for
additional information.
WACH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICS GRAND OPENING SLATED,
Wednesday:
Please join us for the grand opening at 9:00 a.m. at
Bldg. 607 located at 952 William H Wilson Ave. For more information, contact
John Tongret at 912-435-6662.
ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICE CLOSURE, Friday:
The Army Community Service Office located at Fort Stewart
and Hunter Army Airfield will be closed.
The SHARP and Victim Advocates will still be available/. The Army
Emergency Relief (AER) can be obtained by contacting the American Red Cross at
877 272-7337. For questions, please
contact ACS at FS 912 767-5058 or HAAF 912-315 - 6816.
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SEPTEMBER - OTHER HEADLINES
FORT STEWART DINING FACILITY OPERATING HOURS,
September:
The Fort Stewart and HAAF Dining Facilities cordially
invite DA Civilians and Family Members to dine with us at Legion (Bldg. 207,
660 Harmon Ave and Thunder Café (Bldg. 3003, 1600 W. 6th Street). The 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, September 4, the weekend designated DFAC begins with supper on
September 3. The Spartan DFAC Bldg. 8439, Vanguard Road will re-open with the
breakfast meal on September 22. Dining
Facility information can be found on the Team Stewart webpage at:
http://www.stewart.army.mil/info.asp?e=DFAC
For questions please contact 767-8761 or call the 24-hour
DFAC hotline at 767-4991.
FS WEEKEND/HOLIDAY DFAC:
The Dining Facility open for Weekend/Holiday meal is
Thunder Café. Designated Weekend and
Holiday Meal DFAC begins with the supper meal on Friday (for the training
holiday September 4, the weekend designated DFAC begins with supper on September 3.
Hours of operation are Brunch 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Supper 5-6:30 p.m.
FS WEEKDAY MEAL HOURS: The Fort Stewart Weekday Meal
hours are Breakfast 7:30-9 a.m.; Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; and Dinner 5-6:30
p.m. Thursday Breakfast hours are;
Legion 6-8 a.m.; Thunder Café 5-6:30 a.m.; and Spartan 7:30-9 a.m.; Lunch and
Dinner Meal Hours for all DFAC's on Thursday are; 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.
HAAF CONSOLIDATED DINING FACILITY OPERATING HOURS,
September: HAAF Consolidated DFAC (Bldg. 110, 89 William Barksdale Cir) Weekday
Meal Hours are Breakfast 7:30-9:00 a.m.; Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; and Dinner
5-6:30 p.m. Friday Meal Hours are
breakfast 6:30-7 a.m. & 7:30-9:00 a.m.; Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:00 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.
SHOW CAUTION AS THE AREA IS IMPROVED, now through
November 6 Georgia Power will be clearing trees and vegetation on the Northern
side of Hero Road from the Georgia Power Substation to Fort Stewart road 47.
Motorists and pedestrians are advised to be aware of vehicles and equipment
entering and exiting the clearing site. For more information, contact Ajani
Azizi at 912-228-7266.
HUNTER TRAFFIC WARNING FOR NORTH PERIMETER ROAD, now
through December 07:
Commuters are encouraged to use caution on Hunter Army
Airfield as road construction is planned for North Perimeter Road between
Wilson Blvd and Gannam Ave. Detour signs and traffic control devices will be
displayed for the duration of the road closure.
Motorists are encouraged to avoid this area to minimize traffic
congestion and be alert to changes in traffic patterns. For more information call DPW, Ben Seacrist
at 912-767-3269 or 912-228-7114.
JOIN US FOR THE FORT STEWART 9-11 MEMORIAL RUCK MARCH,
Wednesday:
The first annual ruck march will last for 58 consecutive
hours and cover roughly 230 miles beginning at 9:00 a.m. This is a relay style
event. Act fast to register as the event will close after 23 teams have
registered. For more information or to register for the event, contact MSG
Joseph Leggett at 912-435-1783, joseph.leggett.mil@mail.mil or MSG Marvin Roberts at 912-435-0397,
marvin.l.roberts.mil@mail.mil.
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER ROUNDTABLE PLANNED,
Wednesday:
The Fort Stewart Environmental Compliance Officer (ECO)
Roundtable will be held from 9:30-10:00 a.m. at Bldg. 1153. For more
information please call Mr. Greg Benn at 912-767-1228.
JOIN US FOR WEEKLY NOON BIBLE STUDY AT MARNE CHAPEL,
Wednesday’s:
The Director of Religious Education, Bill Agnew will
facilitate the study starting with The New York Times Best Seller “The
Harbinger,” by Jonathan Cahn and its relevance to America today along with the
impact on personal faith with a spirited discussion. Military Personnel,
Civilian Employees, Contractors, Retirees and Family are welcome to attend.
Bring your own bag lunch. Book and Study Guide will be provided. For more
information, contact Bill Agnew at 912-767-9789.
STEWART TRAFFIC WARNING FOR ITALY STREET, Saturday:
Italy Street will be closed from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00
p.m. due to a pipe installation. Motorist are advised to avoid the area during
the construction. For more information, contact Jim Shurling at 912-320-0472.
SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM SLATED, September 14:
Mental health advocate, Kevin Hines, will present
“Cracked, not Broken” 10:00 a.m. at Fort Stewart’s Main Post Chapel. Hines
attempted to take his life by jumping from the Golden Gate Bridge 2 years after
he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. He is one of only 34 to survive the
fall and is actively spreading the message of living of living mentally
healthy. For more information, visit mhavanderburgh.org.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE ACS EMPLOYMENT HIRING FAIR,
September 15:
CivilianJobs.com is currently looking for volunteers to
work the registration table at the Fort Stewart Hiring Fair from
7:30a.m.-2:00p.m. These volunteers are paid $75.00 for the day, and are also
provided breakfast and lunch. For
questions please call 912-767-1518.
NAF RETIREMENT SEMINAR PLANNED, September 16, 17:
This retirement seminar is scheduled from 9-11:00 a.m. at
Club Stewart, Palmetto Room, Bldg. 405. The seminar is open to all regular
employees and is designed for employees planning to retire within the next five
years. Kimberli Henderson, retirement program manager, will conduct individual
sessions for those that pre-register. For more information, contact Susan Faust
at 912-767-2265.
“TAKE ACTION” FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION CLASS, PLANNED,
September 22:
Army Substance Abuse cordially invites the Marne
community to a Values Clarification Class themed “Take Action” beginning 9:30
a.m. at the FSGA Education Center, room 243. This class is targeted for
individuals who want to live their life authentically and find value in
yourself and those around you. For more information, contact Genoveva Heck at
912-767-7373.
EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM WORKSHOP SLATED,
September 24, 25:
The two day workshop will take place at Fort Stewart’s
ACS Training Room Bldg. 87 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. If you are a member of a military family with
a child with special needs, an educator of children with special needs, or a
professional that works with families and children with special needs, then
this training is for you. To register
for this workshop or for more information, please contact The EFMP Office at
912-767-5058 or register online at the ACS Calendar link:
http://www.stewart.army.mil/info.
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE SLATED, September 24 Give to a
worthy cause by donating blood at Newman Gym from noon to 5:00 p.m. All presenting donors with a valid email
address on file with the Red Cross will be emailed a free haircut coupon from
Sport Clips on Abercorn in Savannah. For more information, contact
912-767-2197.
SUICIDE PREVENTION PRESENTATION SLATED, September 25 In
honor of Suicide Prevention Month, this Installation will host Dr. Mark L De
Santis, Neuropsychologist, will provide a brief lecture on Suicide Prevention
and will present the HBO Oscar winning documentary on the Veteran crisis line.
A panel of clinicians will be on site to address questions and concerns. For
more information, contact Genoveva Heck at 912-767-7373.
GATE ACCESS CREDENTIAL CHANGE, beginning Oct. 1:
The RAPIDGate Credentials that were issued to Contractors
and Vendors for access either Fort Stewart or Hunter Army Airfield from any of
the Access Control Points will no longer be used as a tool or method to access
either Installations on the effective date.
Military CAC, DA Civilian CAC, Family Member ID Cards, Retiree ID Cards
and AIE Access Cards are not affected by the discontinued use of the RAPIDGate
Credential. For more information, contact 912-767-1883.
FAMILY READINESS GROUP BROWNBAG PLANNED, October 2:
The next FRG Brownbag has been scheduled from 10:00 a.m.
until noon at Bldg. 87 on Fort Stewart.
Bring a snack, share best practices and take your FRG to the next
level. All FRG members, LNO's,
volunteers invited. For questions,
please call FS 912-767-1257.
SPECIALIZED TRANSITIONING EVENT PLANNED, November 5 The
Soldier & Family Assistance Center is scheduled to host Growth, Progression
and Strength event from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Fort Stewart Main Post
Chapel. The target audience for the event includes Warrior Transition Battalion
Soldiers, their family members and caregivers. The event is designed to provide
resources for soldiers who are transitioning in the Integrated Disability
Evaluation System. For more information, contact Ibek Rodriguez at
912-435-9546.
ARE YOU AN OFFICER AND CONSIDERING A LEGAL EDUCATION?
Consider applying for the Funded Legal Education Program
before Nov 1. The Office of The Judge Advocate General is now accepting
applications for the Army's Funded Legal Education Program and will send up to
25 active duty commissioned officers to law school at government expense.
Interested officers should immediately review Army MILPER Message 15-013 and
Chapter 14, AR 27-1 (The Judge Advocate General's Funded Legal Education
Program) to determine their eligibility. This program is open to commissioned
officers in the rank of second lieutenant through captain. If interested,
contact Col Luis O. Rodriguez, 3ID/JTF-3 SJA, at luis.o.rodriguez12.mil@mail.mil
<mailto:luis.o.rodriguez12.mil@mail.mil> or DSN 318-481-3306 for further
information and to coordinate an interview.
ALWAYS KEEP "IWATCH" IN MIND:
iWATCH, iREPORT, iSalute are community programs to help
your neighborhood stay safe from terrorist activities. You and your fellow Army community members
can report behaviors and activities that make you feel uncomfortable and do not
look right (suspicious behaviors). iWATCH ARMY is a program and partnership
between your community and your local law enforcement. iWATCH ARMY asks you to report behavior and
activities that are unusual or seem out of the ordinary. You can submit online
or by phone. Visit www.stewart.army.mil/info/?id=541
to learn more.
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FMWR NEWS
EXTREME DODGEBALL INTEREST MEETING, Thursday:
Youth ages 11-17 who are interested in playing extreme
dodgeball are invited to meet at 6:00 p.m. at the Youth Activities Center Bldg.
5655 to discuss forming a league. Rules, regulations, team play and schedules
will be discussed. For more information, call 912-767-4491.
REGISTRATION FOR HUNTER INTRAMURAL FOOT GOLF LEAGUE:
Registration continues until Thursday at Squires Sports
Complex (912-315-4160) and Hunter Golf Course (912-315-9115) for the
company-level Intramural Foot Golf League. Play, at Hunter Golf Course, begins
Sept. 15. There is no charge to compete. Players must provide their own number
five soccer balls or soccer balls can be rented for $3 each. Each unit will
provide a 2-person team and will play a round robin format. Roster must be
submitted and players verified by squires sports center.
JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC AT TAYLORS CREEK, Thursday:
Junior golfers ages 7-16 will learn grip, stance and
posture on the putting green, then move on to the range and hit golf balls
during the Junior Clinic from 4-5 p.m. at Taylors Creek Golf Course. The cost
is $10 per person and registration closes Wednesday. For more information, call
912-767-2370.
GRIDIRON CHALLENGE FOOTBALL FRENZY BEGINS, Thursday:
If you enjoy picking weekly NFL winners, and want to see
how your skill matches up with others, the Gridiron Challenge Football Frenzy
every Friday in Warriors Lounge at Club Stewart was made for you. The kickoff
party for the Football Frenzy season is at 7:00 p.m. There’s no admission
charge, but you must be 21 or older to drink. Each week thereafter, the person
who picked the most winners will win a prize. The total wins will be kept on
file and after 17 weeks, a prize will be awarded to the person with the most winning
picks. Make plans now to be a part of the football prognostication fun every
Friday. For more information, call 912-767-4717.
BOWLING CENTER CELEBRATES ANNIVERSARY WITH DISCOUNTS,
Friday:
Stewart Bowling Center, Bldg. 450, will celebrate its
50th anniversary by offering bowling games for 50 cents per person and bowling
shoe rental for 50 cents per person from 1-9:00 p.m. For more information, call
912-767-4273.
HUNTER GARRISON COMMANDER’S FOOT GOLF SCRAMBLE, Friday:
Hunter Garrison Commander LTC Michael T. Squires invites
all to participate in his four-person Foot Golf Scramble starting at 9:00 a.m.,
at Hunter Golf Course. The cost is $20 per person for the tournament fee, golf
cart, light lunch and prizes. It is $15 without a golf cart. Players are asked
to register by Thursday. For more information, call 912-315-9115.
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT 5K, AFTER PARTY, Friday:
Registration is under way for the Light Up the Night Glow
5K Run/Walk and After Party, scheduled at Newman Field. Cost for adults is $40 onsite.
Cost for youths (11 years old and younger) is $10. Register at Stewart/Hunter
Leisure Travel or online at
https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/Stewartrectrac.html. Participants will
receive a T-shirt, race bib, glow glasses and glow necklace. The evening begins
at 7 p.m. as the 3rd ID’s first annual, 48-hour Memorial Ruck March comes to a
close. Participants from both events will gather at Cottrell Field to remember
Gold Star Families, first responders and all those who were lost Sept. 11. For
additional information, call 912-767-2515.
BOSS CAR, TRUCK & BIKE SHOW, Saturday:
A BOSS Car, Truck & Bike Show, with more than $800 in
prizes to be awarded, will be held in the Exchange Parking Lot on Fort Stewart.
Cost to compete is $20 per vehicle or $10 per bike. Registration will be from
9:30-10 a.m. on the day of the event. Judging will begin at 11 a.m. and an
awards ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. The event is free and open to the
public. Bike categories are overall, cruiser and sport. Car/Truck categories
are classic, new muscle, new import (2005+) old import, best truck/SUV, best
overall and most modified. For more information, call 912-320-0722 or
912-767-6212.
LIMITED SERVICES AT STEWART BOWLING CENTER DURING
RENOVATION, September 15-30:
There will be no bowling, but the Corner Café at Stewart
Bowling Center, Bldg. 450, will continue to serve customers during a renovation
project. New Glo Bowl lanes, as well as new carpet and tile in customer areas,
will be installed during renovation. Bowling will resume Oct. 1. Meanwhile,
hours of operation for the Corner Café will be 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Monday,
Wednesday and Thursday; 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Friday and noon-6:00 p.m. Sundays.
For more information, call 912-767-4273.
FREE MEN’S AND WOMEN’S GOLF CLINIC AT TAYLORS CREEK,
Sept. 15:
A free golf clinic, open to beginners and intermediate
golfers, will be held from 4-5:00 p.m. at the Taylors Creek Golf Course driving
range. Participants are asked to register by Sept. 14. For more information, call
912-767-2370.
YOUTH CENTER FAVORITE TEAM JERSEY DANCE, September
18:
A Youth Center Favorite Team Jersey Dance will be held
from 7-10 p.m. at the Youth Fitness Center, Bldg. 7338. The dance will feature
a live DJ, light refreshments, games and door prizes. Participants are asked to
wear their favorite sports team jersey. For more information, call
912-767-4491.
STEWART/HUNTER OPERATION RISING STAR COMPETITION,
September 18:
The final round of the Stewart/Hunter Operation Rising
Star competition will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Thunder Run. There’s no charge to
watch the competition. First prize is $750 and a chance to advance in the
Army-wide competition. Second prize is
$350 and third $200. Family Readiness Groups or units are eligible to win the Spirit
Award -- $300 toward their unit funds – or other prizes, regardless of whether
they have a competitor in the competition. For more information, call
912-767-4316.
"STRONGMAN/STRONGWOMAN" COMPETITION AT STEWART,
September 19:
Registration is under way for the Strongman/Strongwoman
Competition at Johnson Fitness Center, Bldg. 8437. Cost is $15 per person.
Sign-up at Johnson or Newman Fitness Centers. Weigh-in is at 8:30 a.m.,
competition at 10 a.m. Open to Active Duty, retirees and DA civilians, who will
compete in five events: Tire Flip, Keg Toss, Stone Carry, Farmers Walk, and
Deadlifts. Awards presented to top finishers in each of four weight classes
(men: 210 and below, 210 and above; women 165 and below, 165 and above). For
more information, call 912-767-3031.
12TH ANNUAL BLUES, BREWS & BBQ FESTIVAL, September
19:
Hinesville Area Arts Council hosts the Blues, Brews &
BBQ, a free community event with a BBQ competition and sales, sweet tea
competition, a variety of beer, family fun and music. The festival will be in Downtown Hinesville
(behind Justice Center on Main Street) from 1-11:30 p.m. This year's headliner
is Janiva Magness, who is the 2nd only female blues artist to have won the B.B.
King Entertainer of the Year Award. For
more information, call 912-767-4316 (Stewart), 912-877-4332.
2015 FORT STEWART/LIBERTY COUNTY COLLEGE PROBE, September
25:
Join us for College Probe, from 8:30-11:15 a.m. at
Bradwell Institute in Hinesville. This
an opportunity for high school students, parents, and Soldiers to learn more
about post-secondary options, financial assistance and scholarships. More than
60 college and technical school representatives will be on hand to answer
questions. For more information, call School Liaison at 912-767-6533.
KIDS FISHING EVENT AT HUNTER, September 26:
Youth (ages 16 and under) of Military ID Cardholders are
invited to take part in a fishing event from 7-10:00 a.m. at Hallstrom Lake
(off S. Perimeter Road). Permit and state fishing license fees waived and there’s
no charge to participate. Limit of five catfish per child. Prizes, drinks and
snacks will be available. Limited amount of bait, along with poles to borrow
will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis; so bring your fishing
pole. For more information, call 912-315-5786.
MONDAY NIGHT SCRATCH SHORT SEASON LEAGUE AT MARNE
BOWLING CENTER:
Come join our short, 12-week season (Sept. 28-Dec.14) at
Marne Bowling Center, where your scratch score is your basic game total. Cost
is $15 per week ($7.50 toward prize fund each week). The program begins with a
meeting at 6:30 p.m. Bowling will start promptly at 7:00 p.m. For more
information, call 912-767-4866.
INTRAMURAL SHORT SEASON LEAGUE AT MARNE BOWLING CENTER:
Come join our short, 12-week season (Sept. 21-Dec. 14) at
Marne Bowling Center, where your scratch score is your basic game total. Cost
is $8 per week, including shoe rental. Begins at 6:30 p.m. For more
information, call 912-767-4866.
CROSSFIT FORT STEWART WARRIOR CHALLENGE 2015
Registration has begun for the CrossFit Fort Stewart
Warrior Challenge, scheduled Oct. 24 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Caro Fitness Center,
Bldg. 708. The cost is $30 per person through Oct. 15 and $35 per person from
Oct. 16-22. Soldiers, Family Members and Army Civilians and those in the
surrounding CrossFit Community are invited to compete. Register online at
https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/Stewartrectrac.html> . Contestants in
eight divisions must complete three high-intensity, varied, functional movement
workouts. Divisions are Men 40 & under (RX); Women 40 & under (RX); Men
40 & under (Scaled); Women 40 & under (Scaled); Men’s Masters 41-49;
Women’s Masters 41-49; Men’s Masters 50 & Over; and Women’s Masters 50
& Over. For more information, call 912-767-4763.
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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.)
“REMEMBER OUR FALLEN” EXHIBIT OPEN NOW, Ongoing:
Join us for the opening ceremony with a free community
reception at the Hinesville City Hall beginning at 5:30 p.m. The exhibit is a
reminder of the ultimate sacrifice made by 205 service members from Georgia.
The photo exhibit, which includes military and personal photos of each of
Georgia’s Fallen, is traveling throughout the state and will be on display at
Hinesville City Hall. For more information, contact Krystal Hart at
912-876-3564 or visit www.cityofhinesville.org.
PATRIOT DAY COMMEMORATION, Friday:
The 3rd Infantry Division and Fort Stewart Garrison
command will honor those who have served in defense of the Nation during the
war on Terrorism and all the lives affected by the September 11th attacks. The
Patriot Day Commemoration will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Cottrell Field and is open
to everyone. Registered First Responders, Emergency Service Groups and Gold
Star Families will be highlighted during the event. For more information,
please call 912-767-2515.
MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY FOOTBALL GAME SLATED, Friday:
The Richmond Hill High School Touchdown Club invites the
Marne Community to come out and support two local high school football teams as
they compete head to head in regional competition. The Richmond Hill Wildcats
will host the Tigers of Bradwell Institute. This year’s game is also the Annual
Military Appreciation Football Game and will be played at 7:30 p.m. in Richmond
Hill High School Football Stadium. A
salute to veterans of US Wars will occur during the halftime program.
Department of Defense Identification Card holders are admitted free. For more
information go to http://www.rhfootball.net/ or contact John Jeffery at
270-319-9347.
NATIONAL SCLEROSIS SOCIETY'S FAMILY & FRIENDS DAY
PLANNED, Saturday:
The Georgia Chapter of the National Sclerosis Society will
host a day of fellowship for disabled young adults, friends and families from
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Halstrom Lake Pavilion on Hunter Army Airfield. Activities
include bingo, relay races, games, food, music, door prizes and more. If you
plan to attend, please RSVP to Dr. Virginia Morrison, 912-308-5384 or Geneva
Golden, 912-398-8570 immediately.
HERE IS YOUR CHANCE TO “KEEP LIBERTY BEAUTIFUL,”
Saturday:
Join your us for this meaningful cause at the upcoming
“Recycle it” Fair from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Items that will be collected
include: used cell phones/accessories, gently used clothing and shoes, car
batteries just to name a few. Locations of the fair include the Midway Police
Department, Walthourville City Hall and Liberty County Health Department. For more
information, contact 912-880-4888 or klcb@coastalnow.net.
CULTURAL CELEBRATION, FESTIVAL PLANNED, September 19, 20
Since 1990, the Ocmulgee Indian Celebration has fostered public awareness of
their rich heritage with the community. This year’s celebration will take place
each day from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Ocmulgee National Monument located
at 1207 Emery Highway in Macon, Ga. The entrance fee is $3.00 for children
(ages 6-12), $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for military identification card
holders. For more information, visit www.ocmulgeemounds.org.
HELP RAISE MONEY FOR THE COMMUNITY, October 3:
The Marne Community & Spouses club will host a “Boil
and Baskets” auction at the Richmond Hill City Center. The MCSC is a non-profit
organization whose mission is to support Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield
families in the form of community outreach, academic scholarships and welfare
grants. Last year MCSC donated over $30,500 back to the Marne community. This year the auction will feature a
traditional low country boil, live music, door prizes along with a silent
auction and much more. For ticket sales, contact Cassandra Ivey at 703-568-0095
or visit www.marnecommunityclub.com.
BRING YOUR COSTUME, RUN AT THE PEMBROKE “SPOOKTACULAR,”
October 24:
Pembroke Spooktacular features a costume friendly 5K
run/walk and a 10K run over and around the railroad tracks throughout the City
of Pembroke from 8-11:00 a.m. And just to make this run interesting, the course
runs through the local cemetery. Online registration closes October 22 at 10:00
p.m. and walkers are welcomed to participate. For more information or to
register, visit savannahraces.com
HINESVILLE VETERANS SALUTE PLANNED, November 7:
The Hinesville Military Affairs Committee will be hosting
the 3rd annual Veterans Salute on November 7 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm at Bryant
Commons (438 W. Oglethorpe Hwy). The
event is free and open to the public. There will be a motorcycle show, silent
auction, music, vendors and more. If you, your group, or band would like to
perform during the event, call (912) 492-6401 or email kbellshape@gmail.com.
For more information, visit www.veteransmemorialhinesville.com.
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ADMIN NOTES
MARNE MESSAGE WEEKEND EDITION
This message is a weekly publication posted to email each
Thursday and will highlight events for the immediate 5 days only. 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.
MARNE MESSAGE GOES TO ONCE-A-WEEK:
The Marne Message is a weekly publication posted to email
each Monday and to the Marne Message Blogger at
http://marnemessage.blogspot.com. 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. 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.
