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25 January 2013 1-63AR Weekly News Update: please pass along to Soldiers, Family and Friends
of 1-63 AR. You can always stay up to date with local events by going to
1st Infantry Division page
at http://www.riley.army.mil/default.aspx .
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Noise and Training Advisory for January 21-27, 2013.
From 00:30 am to 11:30 p.m., on Jan. 21-27, scheduled training has the potential for significant noise.
January 26 Racquetball tournament to be at Long Fitness Center An intermediate league
and an advanced league will be offered. Each league will be divided into two age groups:
18 to 39 years, and 40 and up.
Attendees must be 18 years or older to participate in the tournament. The cost is $10 for every
Department of Defense cardholder, but it is free for all active-duty Soldiers.
Participants can register at King Field House. For more information, call 785-239-2813
28 January is the last day to reserve childcare for the Military Spouse 101 class. This class takes
place on 13-14 February 9-3pm at the ASC building 7264. For more information please see the
flyer below. Hope to see you there!
Active Duty W2s are now available. As a reminder, the Fort Riley Tax Center will be preparing
returns beginning today, but cannot efile returns until the IRS will accept them on January
30th. After the 30th, the IRS is anticipating normal processing time for issuing refunds.
Tax Season is officially underway: 2013 Fort Riley Tax Center opens - 1/23/2013 - 4/15/2013. Need help with your taxes? *The Fort
Riley Tax Center provides free tax preparation assistance to Soldiers, Family members and retirees. The Fort Riley Tax Center will prepare
all federal returns and most state returns electronically, and you can get your refund by direct deposit. Walk-ins are welcome, but
appointments are encouraged. Building 7034 (Corner of Normandy and Bullard), 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 1
p.m. Saturday, 785-239-1040. Schedule for tax preparation: Mon-Fri 0900-1800, Sat 0900-1300; More Information:
http://www.riley.army.mil/UnitPage.aspx?unit=SJA.TAX http://www.riley.army.mil/UnitPage.aspx?unit=SJA.TAX
Who like ‘s the Harlem Globetrotter’s? HARLEM GLOBETROTTER FANS? The “You write the Rules” World Tour is in Kansas! They will be at the Saline Bicentennial Center on 24 January for more information on this event and upcoming events there please check out their website at www.BicentennialCenter.com <http://www.BicentennialCenter.com/> (Leisure Travel has discounted tickets for this show, please see flyer) OR you can check them out at the Kansas Expo Center on 27 January for more information on this event check out http://ksexpo.com
January 24th & 29th Middle School Teen Center (MST) Upcoming Events and Workshops: 24 January 4-5:30pm Celebrate Belly laugh Day,
29 January 6-7pm transition to College; 7-8pm Money matters. For more information please call them at 785-239-9885.
January 24th Racquetball Tournament Deadline - Register by Jan 24th for the Jan 26th tournament at King Field House. Tournament starts
at 10am. For more information stop by KFH or call 785-239-2813.
January 26: The second annual Junction City Army JROTC Chili Feed and Bingo will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Jan. 26 at the Freshman Success
Academy. *All proceeds from the event will go to support Junction City Army JROTC cadets. Cost is $5 per person.
January 26: MOVIE NIGHT at the Ft Riley Library FREE event starts at 6:30pm, 26 Jan- Bring the kids and enjoy your evening of fun with
popcorn and drinks. For more information please call them at 785-239-5305
January 26: Harry’s Unstock the Bar! - Jan. 26 8:30-11:30pm: It’s back! Over time we collect a little of this and a little of that with our
wine stock. Don’t ask what we are pouring, we don’t know. Just trust us that it will always be good! This tasting is meant to be more party
than informative and more fun than formal! Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call Harry’s at 785.537.1300 or email
January 26: Kansas Women’s Basketball @ 7pm vs Oklahoma at Allen Field House in Lawrence. For more information please check their
website at http://kutickets.com/tickets/womens-basketball/
January 26: Kansas Men’s Basketball @ 3pm vs Oklahoma at Allen Field House in Lawrence. For more information please check their
website at http://kutickets.com/tickets/mens-basketball/
January 27 :3 p.m. Theatre Works USA presents Charlotte’s Web Junction City C.L. Hoover Opera House, 135 West 7th St. E.B. Whites
beloved story of friendship, bravery and selfless love. Call 785-238-3906 for tickets or visit www.jcoperahouse.Org
January 29: ” Chopper for Charity” from California on display in Junction City for Make-A Wish, the Motorcycle custom made by the
renowned owner Paul Sr of the Orange County Choppers or the OCC. 29 January the motorcycle will be on display at the Courtyard by
Marriot JC Geary County Convention Center. More information to follow on the event to follow but for The Daily Union news article
please view this site: http://www.thedailyunion.net/newsdetail.asp?article_id=17112
January 30: K- State Men’s Basketball @ 8pm vs TEXAS at Bramledge. For more information please check their website at
http://ev12.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventList?groupCode=WB&linkID=kansuse&shopperContext=&caller=&appCode
January 30th USO NO DOUGH DINNER: at the USO DFAC at Building 7856 from 5 to 6:30pm. For more information please contact 785-
240-5326 or via email at [email protected] and always can find information on their FB at www.facebook.com/usoftriley Also,
continue to check back for information on their Super Bowl Party!
January 31st @ Warrior Zone: World of WarCraft Guild Play Jan 31st at the WZ! Join the WZHORDE guild! The last Thursday of every
month! For more info plz contact them at 785-240-6618
February 2nd: Comedy Night at Rally Point- on 2 Feb: drop off the kids at the CDC above and enjoy an evening of adult humor! Doors
open at 7pm; show stars at 8pm. $10 in advance; $12 at the door; must be 18 or older to enter. For more information or to purchase tickets
please call 785-784-5434
February 3: Superbowl Party will be at the Warrior Zone. *A tailgate barbecue will be from 3 to 5 p.m., and a watch party will be from 5
p.m. to close. Those planning to attend must be 18 years of age or older to enter. For more information, call 785-240-6618
February 3rd Family Valentine Workshop: 1:30pm-3:30pm @ Beach Museum of Art at K-State See Flyer for details. There is a cost and
must be a member. Call 785-532-7718 for information.
February 4th-8th **SIGN UP TODAY/ DEADLINE FOR FREE CHILDCARE ** the 1st Resilient Spouse Academy (RSA) for 2013 here and
registration deadline is looming. Resilience is the ability to grow and thrive in the face of challenges and bounce back from adversity.
Resiliency programming at Fort Riley is the cornerstone in delivering Comprehensive Fitness to our Soldiers, their Families, Retirees and
Army Civilians. The Fort Riley Resiliency Campus seeks to increase resilience and enhance performance by developing and strengthening
the five dimensions of strength Call ACS to reserve your spots. Deadline for Free Childcare for this event is 25 Jan. Call NOW at 785-
239-9435!! It’s being held the week of Feb 4th – 8th.
February 4-7 & 11-14 American Red Cross Swim Lessons Feb 4-7 and 11-14 at Eyster Pool. $30 per child (6mos and up). For more
information please contact 785-239-4854
February 4-7 & 11-14 American Red Cross Swim Lessons is scheduled for Wednesday, February 6th beginning at 11:30 at the Clarion Hotel
their Guest Speaker will be Sandy Risberg, and she will enlighten and inform everyone, regarding educating military children and educating
educators in the same vein. As always, cost of the luncheon for everyone is $15.00. Chamber members may register online and everyone
may register by emailing Alison Pulcher at [email protected] .
February 9th Beerfest: will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 9 at Riley’s Conference Center. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Attendees
must be 21 to enter. For more information, call 785-784-1000
February 11th Trap Shooting Clinics will take place through Feb. 11. Learn the basics of the sport shooting by trying trap shooting. Rental
gun, ammunition, ear and eye protection are included in the fee. Dates and times are by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call
the Outdoor Recreation Center at 785-239-2363.
February 12th National Prayer Luncheon – Feb. 12 National Prayer Luncheon, CH (MG) Donald Rutherford, Army Chief of Chaplains, 11:30
a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Feb. 12 at Riley’s Conference Center. A suggested donation of $10 will be taken at the door. Seating is limited. Contact your
Unit Chaplain for tickets. http://www.riley.army.mil/NewsViewer.aspx?id=6955
<http://www.riley.army.mil/NewsViewer.aspx?id=6955>
February 14th & 15th Riley’s Conference Center will host the Sweetheart Dinner and Dance from 6 to 10 p.m. Feb. 14 and 15. Bring your
sweetheart and celebrate Valentine’s Day with a night of gourmet food, good music and dancing. Each evening will include a cocktail hour
with hors d’ oeuvres, four-course meal and will culminate with music and dancing. For more information, call 785-784-1000
February 16th Couples Zumba will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Feb. 16 at King Field House. Cost to participate is $2 per person or $4 per couple.
Refreshments will be provided. Pre-registration is preferred. Child care will not be provided. For more information, call 785-239-3146
February 14th Valentine’s Day bowling event will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Feb. 14. Cost to participate is $20 and includes two hours of bowling,
shoe rental, two small pizzas, fountain drinks and a heart/key necklace for each couple. Necklaces are limited to the first 50 couples. If
children accompany a couple, they will receive $1 game and shoe rentals. For more information, call 785-239-4366.
February 8th Totally 80s Valentine bash 6:00pm Great Plains Theatre in Abilene, Kansas. For more information please see attached flyer below
Fort Riley Custer Hill Golf Course Update - Golf Course Driving Range open 24/7: The Custer Hill Golf Course Driving Range is open
24/7. After hours, an automatic ball dispenser, located on the back side of the club house, is available. The machine takes tokens or keys,
which may be purchased during Pro Shop hours. The machine also takes $1 bills. One bucket of balls costs $2. For more information, call
785-784-6000.
Welcome to the Military Community and Family Policy (MC&FP) Weekly eNewsletter providing you with access to the latest Quality of Life
news and information from the Department of Defense and dates for upcoming Guard and Reserve onsite sales. The link below will open
up the MC&FP Weekly eNewsletter in your browser. If the link below does not work, please copy and paste the entire link into your
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MC&FP Team! Military Community and Family Policy Office of the Secretary of Defense Providing policy, tools, and resources to further
enhance the quality of life of service members and their families
February 15th Family Climb Time: Feb 15, 2-4pm – FREE! Are you craving Family fun during these winter days? Outdoor Recreation and
Craig Fitness Center are teaming up to offer you an exciting escape from your regular routine. Trained staff will belay while you, your
Family, and your friends climb on the wall. Pre-registration is required. Please contact ODR @785-239-2363 for more information or to
register.
The Defense Commissary Agency recently added more top name-brand websites to its Exclusive Savings page, which shows all of DeCA's
industry partners that are participating in this exclusive Web savings program. "Check out the 'Exclusive Savings' page today for industry
specials," Burns added. "Whether you're looking for diapers for your little ones or healthy meal choices for your family, it's all there!"
https://www.commissaries.com/partners.cfm
Calling all professional photographers who are Military Spouses: Send us your favorite photos of a military child (or several military kids)
and we may choose one of your shots to be the cover photo for our magazine's April "Month of the Military Child" issue. E-mail
submissions to [email protected] (Low-res submissions are fine as long as you can send us a very high-res copy if the photo is
chosen for our cover.) We'll include information showcasing you and your photography business in that issue.
Do you have the Best BRO Love Story?
Is your love story the stuff fairytales are made of? Tell us about it! Send us a photo of you with you rsignificant other, information about
when and where you met and two or three sentences about what makes your love story the best in the 1st Infantry Division. The photos
will be posted to the Division Facebook page and fans will be asked to "like" their favorites. The photo with the most "likes" on Feb. 1
will be declared the winner. The winning couple will be featured in an article that will appear in the Feb. 15 edition of Fort Riley's Post
Newspaper. Please email your photo and information to [email protected] no later than Jan. 27. The Best BRO Love Story
contest is open to current and former 1st Infantry Division Soldiers and their significant others.
IACH Updates: All eligible beneficiaries can receive the influenza vaccine in their Medical Homes. The influenza vaccine will be offered to
all patients during their regularly scheduled appointments. Beneficiaries also may come on a walk-in basis during open immunization
clinic hours, from 4 to 5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday. Additionally, Custer Hill Health Clinic and IACH Primary Care clinics will have
vaccination hours from 8:30 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. Farrelly Health Clinic will accept appointments for flu
vaccinations – just call 785-239-3627, and they will accept walk-ins for flu vaccinations from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Thursdays.
Beneficiaries also may receive the influenza vaccine from various Tricare-participating pharmacies in Junction City and Manhattan.
Dillon’s in Junction City and Manhattan have both the mist and the injections available for people and children, ages 4 years and older. No
appointments are required at Dillon’s. Beneficiaries also may receive the influenza vaccine for ages six months and older at K-Stat, 785-
565-0016, 930 Hayes Drive, Manhattan; Riley County Health Department, 785-776-4779, 2030 Tecumseh Road, Manhattan; and Konza
Prairie Health Care, 785-238-4711, 361 Grant Avenue, Junction City. Please contact for availability.
OTC SELF CARE MEDICATIONS AT IACH: The sniffle and sneezing season is upon us! Did you know you don't have to head to the
supermarket to get your over-the-counter relief? Take the Self Care Class and earn a card. TRICARE beneficiaries can simply present the
self care card at Irvin Army Community Hospital pharmacies to get over-the-counter cold and flu remedies, pain relievers and basic care
medications. You can also take the class online at http://iach.amedd.army.mil/sections/clinics/preventiveMedicine/OTC_Dec_2009.pdf
<http://iach.amedd.army.mil/sections/clinics/preventiveMedicine/OTC_Dec_2009.pdf> and return a completed certificate for a card
or at the Pharmacies print out the Self Care Card ticket and present at time of visit to the pharmacies.
Kansas State Beach Museum - is offering a $10.00 membership for military families. The Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art at Kansas
State University was opened in the fall of 1996. The Beach Museum of Art promotes the art of Kansas and the region, hosts special
exhibitions, and provides educational programming for K-12 students, University students, and the general public. The Beach Museum of
Art: Engaging the Senses, Cultivating Knowledge. Special Collections and Exhibits - The Beach Museum of Art collects art of Kansas and
the region. Special collection include over 1,000 works by Kansas artist John Steuart Curry, works by Regionalist painters, an extensive
collection of works by the Prairie Print Makers, and work by contemporary regional artists including Larry Schwarm, Shirley Smith, and
Robert Sudlow. For more information on this please check their website out at http://beach.k-state.edu/
McCain Auditorium Performances for Jan and Feb 2013 are: • “A Chorus Line,” Jan 29, 2013. For anyone with a dream, the Broadway
musical promises a singular sensation. • Sweet Honey in the Rock, Feb. 1, 2013. The stirring vocals of six women inspire love, justice, hope
and peace out of the rich textures of African-American traditions. • “DRUMLine Live,” Feb. 8, 2013. The performance is a show stopping
attraction that brings an explosive energy and athleticism to an eclectic mix of sounds. • McCain Student Showcase, 4 p.m., Feb. 10, 2013.
Kansas State University students show off their talents in a celebration of inspiration and achievement. • “Shrek, The Musical,” Feb. 12,
2013. Based on the popular DreamWorks film, the lovable green ogre joins more than a dozen fairy tale misfits from a land far, far away. •
“Laughter and Reflection with Carol Burnett”, 3pm, Sunday Feb 17th. A conversation with Carol where the Audience asks the questions.
“The Rambler,” Feb. 22, 2013. The Joe Goode Performance Group blurs the lines of modern dance into humorous and poignant
storytelling theater, dance and song. “Every artist and attraction in the series exceeds the highest standard of artistic excellence,” said Todd
Holmberg, executive director, McCain Auditorium. “Patrons should expect to be challenged and inspired by the realm of wondrous
possibility shared by the artists they experience at McCain. Patrons should also expect to purchase tickets early as some shows will sell
out.” Holmberg promises patrons an outstanding season that appeals to longtime ticket-holders and those who have never been to the
theater. The series features numerous entertaining headliners, fun attractions for the entire Family and several must-see Broadway touring
shows, he said. Season and single tickets for the 2012-2013 performance series are on sale now. K-State students and youth age 18 and
under receive 50-percent off general admission ticket prices. Additional discounts are available for military members and K-State faculty
and staff. Unless otherwise noted, 2012-2013 performance series events start at 7:30 p.m. and are in the McCain Auditorium. For more
information please go to their website at http://www.k-state.edu/mccain/
Army Emergency Relief: Spouse Education Assistance Program: The 2013-2014 application for the Spouse Education Assistance Program is
now open. Please use this link to establish a password for our new online application system
<http://www.magnet101.com/link.cfm?r=1156142809&sid=22170823&m=2442971&u=AER_&j=12492443&s=https://www.aerhq.or
g/dnn563/MyProfile/ForgotPassword.aspx?key1=> . Then click the "Scholarships" button to start your new application.
You will now be able to save your application to finish later, upload your supporting documents, and check your application status online.
All applications and documents must be submitted by 05/01/2013. Scholarship awards and amounts will be announced by 06/01/2013.
If you are ineligible for the scholarship, you may hear from AER sooner. Go online to read full information on the Spouse Education
Assistance Program
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g/dnn563/Scholarships/Spouses.aspx> , including instructions and criteria.
If you have any questions, please contact AER at [email protected] <javascript:return> or 1-866-878-6378.
NMFA MILITARY SPOUSE SCHOLARSHIP: The National Military Family Association is now accepting applications for its annual Joanne
Holbrook Patton Military Spouse Scholarship Program. The Association recognizes the unique challenges today's military spouse’s face
pursuing additional training or education. Scholarships of up to $1,000 are awarded to help ease the financial obstacles that accompany
pursuing a higher education. Scholarships are awarded in eight categories: High School GED or English as a Second Language classes,
Degree Seeking Candidates (Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate), Licensing Fee Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math Degree (to
include certain, healthcare fields), Mental Health Career Fields, Spouses of Fallen Service Members, Spouses of Wounded Service Members,
Vocational or Technical Certification. Applications will only be accepted online
http://support.militaryfamily.org/site/R?i=hfjjvy0uTLxeouon3ABSpA and must be submitted by midnight EST, January 31, 2013. Spouses
of uniformed Service Members (active duty, National Guard and Reserve, retirees, and survivors) from any branch or rank are eligible to
apply. The scholarship funds may be used to assist with tuition, fees, and school room and board. Apply now!
Save the Date: Symphony in the Flint Hills is coming to Fort Riley on June 15 th: Tickets will go on sale March 23rd at 10am. If you are
wanting to attend this big event they are urging everyone to be ready at 10am to purchase tickets as they will sell out very quickly. You can
purchase tickets online at: www.symphonyintheflinthills.org or call the box office at 816-471-0400. Tickets for this year's Symphony in
the Flint Hills will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2013. General admission tickets are $75 for adults and $43 for children
under 12.
UFM Community Learning Center, Manhattan, has scholarships available for qualifying adult and youth dependents of the military.
*Scholarships can be used toward UFM classes and covers 50 percent of the class fee. A variety of classes for all ages are offered every
semester. For more information about qualifying and applying, visit www.tryufm.org or call UFM Community Learning Center at 785-539-
8763
Fort Riley Combined Scholarship applications are on the Brigade Facebook and the Brigade Web page at
http://www.riley.army.mil/UnitPage.aspx?unit=1bct. Application submission deadline must be postmarked NLT 28FEB 2013
Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily
constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the United States Government. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein
do not necessarily state or reflect those of the United States Government, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.
Ready Army -
http://www.riley.army.mil/UnitPage.aspx?unit=ReadyArmy <http://www.riley.army.mil/UnitPage.aspx?unit=ReadyArmy
Fort Riley Community Partnership-
http://www.riley.army.mil/UnitPage.aspx?unit=CommPartner
<http://www.riley.army.mil/UnitPage.aspx?unit=CommPartner
FRG 1ID Ft Riley Update Website: http://www.1id.army.mil/DocumentList.aspx?lib=1ID_FRG_Updates
Ft. Riley New comers link http://www.riley.army.mil/newarrivals/spouses/default.aspx
Militaryone source http://www.militaryonesource.mil/MOS/f?p=MOS:HOME:0::::
Army one source
http://www.myarmyonesource.com/default.aspx
Fort Riley Current News Updates: This information has recently been updated, and is now available.
http://www.riley.army.mil/OurPost/CurrentNews.asp x In addition to the Current News page there
are Garrison Commander's Community Corner articles
http://www.riley.army.mil/DocumentList.aspx?lib=GC-Corner
Ft. Riley Post directory http://www.dodhousingnetwork.com/army/fort-riley/base-directory.php?i=27
Use full websites
1-63 AR Facebook Page:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fort-Riley-KS/1-ID-2HBCT-1-63CAB/221149081082?ref=nf
Websites Continued Finance
Mypay: http://www.dfas.mil
Thrift Savings Plan: http://www.tsp.gov
News Outlets U.S. Army Homepage: http://www.army.mil
U.S Department of Defense: http://www.defense.gov
Army Knowledge Online (AKO): http://www.us.army.mil
DoD Community Relations: http://www.ourmilitary.mil
Track Santa: http://www.norad.mil
Military Family, Youth, and Children Military Children and Youth: http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil
USA4 Military Families: http://www.usa4militaryfamilies.dod.mil/portal/page/mhf/USA4/HOMEPAGE_V3
Employment http://www.usajobs.gov
Medical Care
Dental Care: http://www.tricare.mil/mybenefit/ProfileFilter.do?&puri=%2Fhome%2FDental
TRICARE: http://www.tricare.mil
TRICARE Online: http://www.tricareonline.com
DEERS Enrollment Online: http://tricare.mil/mybenefit/home/overview/Eligibility/DEERS
Education
DoD Education Activity http://www.dodea.edu/home
GI Bill: http://www.gibill.va.gov
Services PX : http://www.aafes.com
US Postal Service: http://www.usps.com
National weather Service: http://www.nws.noaa.gov
The location of the Dragon Store is in the battalion HQ BLDG 7622
in the S-2.