November 6, 2015Vol. 6, No. 44 Fort Wainwright, Alaska

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BRIEF

The 5th annual Vet-erans Day Iraq and Afghanistan memo-rial roll call will be

Wednesday, Nov. 11, in UAF’s Constitution

Park to remember more than 6,800 ser-vice members killed in action in Iraq and

Afghanistan. The event is from 7:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. with read-ers reading names in 20-minute shifts and supervisors following

along for an hour each to ensure no names are missed. Anyone wishing to volunteer

can visit www.uaf.edu/veterans, call 474-

2475 or visit Student Veterans of UAF on

Facebook.

MemorialRoll Call

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Allen ShawFort Wainwright PAO

In many parts of the world Veterans Day is known as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day, marking the end of World War I.

President Wood-row Wilson first pro-claimed Armistice Day Nov. 11, 1919. He said, “To us in Amer-ica the reflection of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has faced us and because of the op-portunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of nations.”

Over the next 35 years the Unit-ed States Congress passed a resolution requesting a procla-mation to observe the

holiday and eventual-ly designated it a day to celebrate all veter-ans for their service by actually changing the name to Veterans Day.

Although it should not be confused with Memorial Day, which specifically honors

those who died in ac-tive military service, it is a special day of remembrance for vet-erans and often it’s an occasion spent recall-ing or paying tribute to a Soldier, Airman, Marine, Sailor or Coast Guardsman who was or

still are military to the core.

It could be a relative, friend, battle buddy or hometown hero; it’s just a special day to remember those who proudly served to pro-tect and defend the na-tion.

Veterans Day is Wednesday. It’s a day to reflect and say thank you for your Service. Here are a few of the stories shared by veter-

ans about veterans:Tony Richey, gov-

ernment purchase card coordinator, Region-al Contracting Office Alaska and Soldier from 1989 to 2010, remembered Sgt. 1st Class Michael Heil-brun.

“Michael or HB as I called him, was sta-tioned here from 1999 to 2001,” Richey said.

Veterans Day: A day to remember those who served proudly

“I was very proud of my dad’s service to our country and he was clearly proud of my service as well,” said Dan Gilson (left), garrison antiterrorism officer and member of the Military Police Corps from 1982 to 2003. Ralph, a multi-service veteran passed away Dec. 7, 2012. “The colors fly at half-staff ev-ery year on Dec. 7 to commemorate the bombing of Pearl Harbor but for me, there will be a much deeper meaning of the flag being at half-staff,” Gil-son said. (Courtesy photo)

On Veterans Day, Tony Richey, government pur-chasing card coordinator, Regional Contracting Office Alaska will be remembering the many broth-er-in-arms he served with, especially Sgt. 1st Class Michael Heilbrun, (second from the right with his eyes closed). The two Soldiers served together as part of the 1-17th Infantry Battalion from 1999 to 2001. Heilbrun passed away last year after battling prostate cancer. (Courtesy photo)

See VETERANS on page 2

On November 11 our nation honors military members past and present. Some of our vet-erans have made the ultimate sacrifice - to whom our debt can never be repaid. Veterans Day was first observed in 1919 to commemorate the Armistice Agreement ending World War I - the supposed “war to end all wars.” President Dwight D. Eisenhower broadened its meaning in 1954 when he offi-cially renamed it Veterans Day to recognize all those who had served. Our country’s military members remain spiritual-ly steadfast, inspiring us with their strength of character and

enduring contributions.Many of our Soldiers, civil-

ians, and their families will use this holiday to travel outside the local area to visit relatives, friends or enjoy a fall vacation.

Commanders and supervi-sors must ensure that our ser-vice members and civilians are informed on the potential haz-ards. Now is a good time to re-mind ourselves how to reduce the risks of driving in winter conditions. Slow down, plan ahead, and pay attention. Al-ways wear your seatbelt, and if you drink, don’t drive.

Seasonal hazards such as ice, frost, and decreased hours

of daylight contribute to the overall risk of accidents. The occurrence of any preventable accident is one too many.

Please have a safe and en-joyable Veterans Day holiday, while remembering our Amer-ican veterans, especially those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Garrison Commander’s Holiday Safety Message

Veterans Day 2015

Col. Sean C. Williams

Brandy OstanikMEDDAC-AK PAO

Over 1,500 ghosts, princesses, garden gnomes and super he-roes flooded through the doors of Bassett Army Community Hos-pital, Oct. 30, for the fourth official ‘Boo to the Flu’ event.

What began as a Family Readiness Group trick-or-treating activity over seven years ago for Medical Depart-ment Activity – Alaska staff and family mem-bers, has now turned into a full-blown com-munity event, which is exactly what the staff was hoping for.

Most events offered by MEDDAC-AK offer a little bit of fun with the majority of the empha-sis on health education, but Boo to the Flu is or-ganized to do just the opposite. While flu vac-cines were given to 129 beneficiaries during the two-hour event, candy, a haunted house and warm community gath-ering was the focus of the event.

“There were a lot of happy kids and many parents were thanking the staff as they walked out,” said Al Claxton, physical security offi-cer at MEDDAC-AK. “I think each year we get a little better at managing the numbers through

Bassett’s ‘Boo to the Flu’ event

See FLU on page 4See SPENDING on page 3

Teresa WhiteFort Wainwright PAO

No one wants want to be a Scrooge. No one is trying to be a Grinch. But, the holidays are upon us and many revel-ers wind up in a pinch. Finan-cial pinch that is. According to a Gallup survey, the average American adult plans to spend around $800 on gifts each holi-day season. It’s no surprise that those who do not plan for that expenditure often end up deal-ing with the debt of holidays past. No one wants to start the New Year with that kind of stress! So to help you avoid the holiday season debt pitfall, fol-low these tips:

Make a list and check it twiceThe most important thing is

to have a plan. It’s not like the

holidays are a surprise. If you haven’t already saved for this season, consider scaling back on the spending this year.

“I always suggest that peo-ple have a special savings ac-count for big tickets items like holiday gifts, a new car or va-cation,” said Monica Teel, Fi-nancial Readiness Program manager for Army Communi-ty Service. “Save throughout the year. Start again in Janu-ary with the goal of saving at least what you spent or plan to spend this holiday season. You can always decide if it needs to be more or less and adjust ac-cordingly.”

Take it a step further — don’t just make a financial plan, make a gift plan. Statistically, shoppers buy more items and spend money when they shop without a list.

It’s not always about who’s

naughty or nice Remember, only Santa

needs to worry about everyone getting gifts. Start by focusing on your immediate family like your spouse, children and par-ents.

“My family is so big that we draw names and have a holiday gift exchange amongst our-selves,” said Teel. “One year I might buy for an aunt and the next year it might be for some-one else. It saves money with-out leaving anyone out or feel-ing like I’m obligated to get all of my loved ones gifts.”

When money is tight, prior-itizing is important. If already living paycheck to paycheck, be creative; enrich the holiday experience by creating some-thing personal and crafty, or give “coupons” like a Get Out

Spend within reason, keep green in the season:Tips to avoid singing the holiday debt blues

MEDDAC Minute

Bassett’s ‘Boo to the Flu’

National American Indian Heritage Month

Observance

Melaven Swim Center Hours

Youth Soccer Registration

Youth Dodgeball Tournament

Bread Baking Event

Holiday Layaway and Shipping Dates

Eielson Combined Federal Campaign

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ALASKA POSTHome of the Arctic WarriorsEDITORIAL STAFF

Garrison CommanderSean C. Williams

Fort Wainwright PAO Mel Slater

Command InformationBrian Schlumbohm

Community-Media Relations

Allen ShawEditor

Teresa White Contributors

Brandy Ostanik, MEDDAC-AK PAO

Master Sgt. Karen J. Tomasik, 354th Fighter

Wing PAO

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“He was a part of 1-17th Infantry Bat-talion. He had served as a 92Y (supply specialist), and was in the Gulf War. He left Alaska and went to the non-commissioned officers school to be an instructor and spent his remain-ing few years there before he retired. A year or so after he retired, he had finally gotten married and was then diagnosed with prostate cancer. Even though he fought a long battle with it, he finally lost and passed away July 31 2012.”

I personally remember many proud veterans who celebrated their service and anyone who served, on a daily basis. Guys like my dad who was a young Soldier in the 101st Air-borne Glider Division who “landed” in Normandy. Frank Shaw was a lifer who went from the Army Air Corps to the Air Force. Dad was a Korean War and Vietnam War veteran. He was a military man.

Then there was my father-in-law Del, a Coast Guard and Vietnam veteran who never missed an oppor-

tunity to celebrate his service, patri-otism and his country. I purchased him a baseball cap that displayed the fact that he was a veteran and had it hand-beaded red, white and blue by an Alaska Native artist and adorned with a couple bear claws. He rarely took it off and loved it when someone asked him about it.

Dan Gilson, garrison antiterrorism officer and member of the Military Police Corps from 1982 to 2003, appreciated the opportunity to share a story about his favorite veteran.

“My dad, Ralph I. Gilson, was my hero,” he said. “My dad was a member of the New Hampshire National Guard from January 1951 through September 1951, when he was honorably discharged so that he could enlist in the U.S. Navy. He was honorably discharged from the Navy in September 1955 and he contin-ued his service by enlisting in the U.S. Air Force where he served from April 1957 through April 1961, when he was honorably discharged again. Finally, he enlisted with the Vermont

National Guard where he served from December 1977 through December 1978 when he received his final hon-orable discharge.”

Gilson said his dad considered himself a Sailor and spoke fondly of his service in the Navy. “My Dad was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. I cherish the fact that my dad and I both hold [held] life member-ships in the VFW and we are [were] brothers in the fraternity of service and am proud to say that we are [were]both veterans.” Gilson said he and his father exchanged cards and phone calls every Veterans Day. “I was very proud of my dad’s service to our country and he was clearly proud of my service as well.”

Gilson’s father passed away Dec. 7, 2012. “The colors fly at half-staff every year on Dec. 7 to commemo-rate the bombing of Pearl Harbor but for me, there will be a much deeper meaning of the flag being at half-staff,” he said. “Veteran’s Day comes and goes now without phone calls or

cards exchanged with my Dad but I know in my heart that my Dad is still proud of my service and, in my own way, I let him know that I am still proud of his service and that I love him.”

We could easily fill an eight-page newspaper with stories about great Americans who served proudly over the years and probably should someday. The stories shared are only a couple that are being remembered this Veterans Day.

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs estimates that more than 131,000 veterans are homeless on any given night and nearly twice that many experience homelessness over the course of the year. It is said that conservatively, one out of every three homeless men sleeping in a doorway, alley or box in our cities and rural communities has put on a uniform and served this country.

Each of them has a story and someone, somewhere at some time cared about them. Remember that on Veterans Day. They selflessly served.

Veterans: HonorContinued from page 1

Important Phone Numbers Emergency: 91124-Hour Nurse Advice Line: (800) 874-2273 Opt. 1Appointment Line: 361-4000Behavioral Health: 361-6059Benefits Advisor: 361-5656Immunizations: 361-5456Information Desk: 361-5172Patient Advocate: 361-5291Pharmacy Refills: 361-5803Tricare Online: www.tricareonline.comUnited Health Care: uhcmilitarywest.com, (877) 988-9378

Performance Triad Tip Sugar comes in many forms and

has nearly 100 different names. Words ending in “ose” or labeled “syr-up” or “sweetener” are usually sugars. Try going sugar free for 10 days and eat the rainbow of fresh fruits and veggies instead.

Wellness Center Appoint-ments

The Fort Wainwright Wellness Center is open for appointments. With health assessments, nutrition information, stress management ser-vices and physical fitness programs,

beneficiaries will find tools to take small but important steps to a health-ier future. To make an appointment or to inquire about services, call 361-2234.

Handling Food? Anyone serving food on post, in-

cluding bake sales, must have a valid food handlers card. The card, valid for one year, can be obtained from Preventive Medicine at building 4077, adjacent to Bassett ACH. The Food Handler’s course slides can be found and studied on our website at www.alaska.amedd.army.mil/Preventive_Med/Preventive_Medi-cine.htm. After reviewing the slides, a proctored test must be taken and passed with a 70 percent or better. Call 361-5182, for test times and more information.

Stay fit and informed A Performance Triad app has been

launched by Army Medicine to assist Soldiers and Family Members in cre-ating healthy nutrition, activity and sleeping habits. The app is free and is available by searching “Performance Triad” on your mobile device’s app store.

MEDDAC Minute

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Of Cleaning Your Room Free Card (expires in one day, of course) or a Night of Babysitting So That You Can Go Out With The Girls.

It’s beginning to look a lot like the holidays

The holiday season is filled with tempting sales like Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Take advantage of them by shopping around and looking for the best deals, but always keep your budget in mind.

“Many people are emotional shoppers during the holidays,” said Teel. “They’re in the spirit of giving, they rationalize that at least

they’re getting the item on sale, and they end up purchasing more than they can comfortably afford.”

Stay within your bud-get. If you find a better gift than the one you already purchased for someone, remember to save your receipts so you can take the first one back. As long as you stay within your bud-get, consider picking up items that are on sale throughout the year for big savings.

I’ll be home for Chrismukkwa

When figuring your budget, don’t forget to consider entertaining costs, like a big holiday

meal with family and friends.

“Hosting a group at your home can be cost-ly,” said Teel. “Why not make it a potluck? The host can offer to do the main dish while guests bring appetizers, side dishes and dessert.” Many people have their own holiday traditions and at least a couple of them are typically food related. Share that tra-dition with your family and friends.

Start a new tradition. Consider spending the holidays volunteering. “Do it with your fami-ly. Use the occasion to spread love and cheer to those less fortunate,” recommends Teel. “Serving others will not

only help them, it will enhance your holiday spirit, save money, be a solid example of good-ness for kids, and be a holiday memory that will last a lifetime for everyone involved.”

Have yourself a merry little Chrismukkwa

To avoid going over budget and experienc-ing buyer’s remorse, pay with cash; leave the credit and debit cards at home. Going over bud-

get will steal your joy in the long run and leave you apprehensive about the next bill or bank statement. In addition, “think about security,” advised Teel. “The hol-idays attract criminals aiming to steal identi-ties by getting ahold of credit and debit card numbers. Make sure to choose where and how you make purchases wisely, and monitor your transactions close-ly to avoid fraud.”

… And a happy

New YearFor assistance with

budgeting and debt management, Teel, an accredited financial counselor, offers both individual and class in-struction opportunities.

This month, she is of-fering a Basic Personal and Family Financial Readiness class, Nov. 18, at Army Communi-ty Service (bldg. 3401) from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Call 353-4369 to reserve your spot.

Spending: Plan ahead to avoid debt, big billsContinued from page 1

NEWS

Master Sgt. Karen J. Tomasik354th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

The 2015 Combined Federal Cam-paign is in full swing and the Eielson CFC team comprised of volunteers from the 354th Fighter Wing and 168th Air Refueling Wing is working to make 100 percent contact to pro-vide everyone the opportunity to give.

This year’s campaign continues through Nov. 24 with the theme of “You Can Change a Life,” and the CFC team is excited to announce the CFC rodeo on Nov. 6 and 7 at the Eielson Base Exchange.

Nearly a dozen local and statewide charities will be available to provide information about their organizations and the services they provide via con-tributions from things like the CFC.

“Anyone looking to make a dona-tion can do so via cash or check do-nation that can be accepted on the spot,” said 1st Lt. Eric Millen, the 354th Fighter Wing lead CFC repre-

sentative. “In addition, should any-one wish to make a payroll deduc-tion, the representatives from the CFC keyworker table will be standing by with pledge forms and extensive knowledge of the donation process and charity codes for the invited charities to make the contribution swift and easy.”

Wing leadership will kick off the event Nov. 6 at 11 a.m., and chari-ty representatives will have booths available with information between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. each day.

“Donating to the CFC is an ex-cellent way to participate in one of the largest and longest running con-solidated charity fundraisers in the Department of Defense,” explained Millen. “Together through our do-nations we can make a collective ef-fort to support all of the more than 22,000 charities approved for this year’s campaign. Every one of us is passionate about something that af-fects either our families or friends

and the CFC is an excellent opportu-nity to share your support in order to help make these charity organiza-tions successful.”

Contributing to this year’s CFC is easier than ever with online donation methods and paper pledge forms. Contributions can be done via check, cash and/or payroll deduction using paper pledge form which CFC repre-sentatives can help people complete.

Other options are online payroll deductions via MyPay and a one-time credit card payment utilizing the CFC Nexus website. If donating via the Nexus site, select the correct lead unit from Eielson among the three options listed: 354th Fighter Wing, 168th Air Refueling Wing or Clear Air Station.

“Please be sure to take a look at our local charity lists in order to help out worthy causes right here in the state of Alaska.”

One question that usually comes up is how charities get approved for the campaign.

“For charities to be approved and included in each year’s campaign charity list, they must meet CFC eli-gibility requirements, which are vali-dated by agencies working for CFC at the national level,” explained Millen. “If you would like to nominate a char-ity organization that you do not see on the complete charity list, please get with your unit’s CFC representative in order to up channel the charity’s information and begin the eligibility process.”

Participation in the Combined Federal Campaign remains voluntary. Representatives are striving to make 100 percent contact in order to pro-vide everyone with the opportunity to give.

Please take a moment to learn what the CFC is about from unit keywork-ers and how to donate if you choose to participate in supporting a charitable cause.

CFC Rodeo to provide Eielson chance to meet with local, state charity representatives

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the doors.”Lead organizers for this year’s

event, 1st Lt. Brian Lesko and Capt. Stefanie Whitaker worked with their committee to provide a better overall experience with an improved layout and activities along the candy route.

The women’s health department didn’t just hand out candy in their jail themed hallway but they offered the chance for guests to take mug shots and funny wanted posters of their kids. The radiology depart-ment also offered photo taking op-portunities with a groovy 70’s danc-ing background.

In the weeks leading up to the event, staff members donated bags of candy, and organized section themes such as The Lion King, Ad-

ams Family and Star Wars. “This event could not have been

successful without the many em-ployees volunteering to stay after work on a Friday night to decorate, hand out candy, build and staff the haunted house and offer the flu vac-cine,” said Whitaker.

“Our staff loved planning for the event and seeing so many members of the community enjoy the festiv-ities,” said Col. Tamara Crawford, MEDDAC-AK Deputy Commander for Nursing. “By donating not just candy, but most valuably their time, I think they succeed in making a difference to our Fort Wainwright Community.”

It was great to see the effort and pride put into this event from our staff, said Crawford.

Flu: Bassett HalloweenContinued from page 1

NEWS

The Nutrition Care Division provided healthy tips and recipes for families during the annual Boo the Flu event at Bassett Army Community Hospital, Oct. 30.

Staff from the emergency department, Capt. Mark Cenon, Capt. Julie Gabaletto, Lt. Charlotte Estvold and Katie Allen show off their pirate-themed candy station complete with a homemade trunk at the annual Boo the Flu event at Bassett Army Community Hospital, Oct. 30. Over 1,500 guests attended the event.

Costumed trick-or-treaters wait patiently for the next candy station at the annual Boo to the Flu event at Bassett Army Community Hospital, Oct. 30.

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IN BRIEF

COMMUNITY CALENDARFort Wainwright

Friday - 6thGROUP CYCLING, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Physical Fitness Center, build-ing 3709. Call 353-7223.

ROMP AND STOMP PLAY GROUP, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Last Frontier Community Activity Center, building 1044. Call 353-7755.

WIN-A-GAME BOWLING, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Cen-ter, building 3702. Call 353-2654.

LUNCH TIME RECREATIONAL STICK HOCKEY, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Physical Fitness Center, build-ing 3709. Call 353-7223.

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING ORIENTATION, Noon to 1 p.m., Melaven Fitness Center, building 3452. Call 353-1994.

INTRO TO BELAY, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Outdoor Recreation, building 4050. Call 361-6349.

Saturday - 7thPEDRO DOME SNOWSHOE, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Outdoor Recreation, build-ing 4050. Call 361-6349.

GROUP CYCLING, 10 to 11 a.m., Physical Fitness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.

MILITARY FAMILY APPRECIATION MONTH! 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-2654.

INTRO TO GOLD PANNING, Noon to 4:30 p.m., Outdoor Recreation, build-ing 4050. Call 361-6349.

OPEN RECREATIONAL ICE SKAT-ING, 1:30 to 4 p.m., Physical Fitness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.

WARRIOR ZONE MONTHLY POOL TOURNAMENT, 7 p.m., Warrior Zone, building 3205. Call 353-1087.

ROCK ‘N’ BOWL, 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-2654.

Sunday - 8thBOARD GAME NIGHT, Warrior Zone, building 3205. Call 353-1087.

OPEN RECREATIONAL ICE SKAT-ING, 1:30 to 4 p.m., Physical Fitness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.

OPEN RECREATIONAL HOCKEY, 4:15 to 6 p.m., Physical Fitness Cen-ter, building 3709. Call 353-7223.

Monday - 9thSAC RECOGNIZES AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., School Age Center, building 4166. Call 361-7394.

SAC RECOGNIZES VETERAN’S DAY, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., School Age Center, building 4166. Call 361-7394.

INTERVAL CONDITIONING, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Melaven Fitness Center, building 3452. Call 353-1994.

LUNCH TIME RECREATIONAL ICE SKATING, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Phys-ical Fitness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.

BASIC STRENGTH AND CONDI-TIONING, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m., Melaven Fitness Center, building 3452. Call 353-1994.

INSANITY CLASS, 5 to 6 p.m., Phys-ical Fitness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.

MONDAY MOVIE MARATHON, 5 to 11 p.m., Warrior Zone, building 3205. Call 353-1087.

Tuesday - 10thGROUP CYCLING, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Physical Fitness Center, build-ing 3709. Call 353-7223.

ROMP AND STOMP PLAY GROUP, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Last Frontier Community Activity Center, building 1044. Call 353-7755.

BUDDY CLIMB, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Outdoor Recreation, building 4050. Call 361-6349.

LUNCH TIME RECREATIONAL STICK HOCKEY, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Physical Fitness Center, build-ing 3709. Call 353-7223.

TRAINING HOLIDAY LASER TAG, 1 to 3 p.m., Last Frontier Communi-

ty Activity Center, building 1044. Call 353-7755.

TRIVIA TUESDAY, 7 p.m., Warrior Zone, building 3205. Call 353-1087.

Wednesday - 11thVETERANS DAY

EFFECTS OF DOMESTIC VIO-LENCE ON CHILDREN, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Army Community Ser-vice, building 3401. Call 353-4227.

VETERAN’S DAY BOWLING, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Center, building 3702. Call 353-2654.

WIN-A-GAME BOWLING, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Cen-ter, building 3702. Call 353-2654.

INTERVAL CONDITIONING, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Melaven Fitness Center, building 3452. Call 353-1994.

LUNCH TIME RECREATIONAL ICE SKATING, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Phys-ical Fitness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.

BASIC STRENGTH AND CONDI-TIONING, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m., Melaven Fitness Center, building 3452. Call 353-1994.

INSANITY CLASS, 5 to 6 p.m., Phys-ical Fitness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.

SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES SURVIVOR CONNECTION, 6 to 8 p.m., Varies. Call 353-4004 for loca-tion.

Thursday - 12thGROUP CYCLING, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Physical Fitness Center, build-ing 3709. Call 353-7223.

ROMP AND STOMP PLAY GROUP, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Last Frontier Community Activity Center, building 1044. Call 353-7755.

123 MAGIC, 11 a.m. to Noon, Soldier and Family Assistance Center, build-ing 3414. Call 353-7322.

WIN-A-GAME BOWLING, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Cen-

ter, building 3702. Call 353-2654.

LUNCH TIME RECREATIONAL STICK HOCKEY, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Physical Fitness Center, build-ing 3709. Call 353-7223.

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING ORIENTATION, Melaven Gym, Noon to 1 p.m., Melaven Fitness Center, building 3452. Call 353-1994.

TIME MANAGEMENT, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Soldier and Family Assistance Center, building 3414. Call 353-7322.

FREE BOUNCY HOUSE NIGHT, 5 to 7 p.m., Last Frontier Community Ac-tivity Center, building 1044. Call 353-7755.

INTRO TO BELAY, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Outdoor Recreation, building 4050. Call 361-6349.

TIPS AND TRICKS TO MAKE A YUM-MY AND HEALTHY LOAF OF HOMEMADE BREAD, 6 to 8 p.m., North Haven Communities, 4268 Neely Road.

Friday - 13thBUDDY CLIMB, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Outdoor Recreation, building 4050. Call 361-6349.

WIN-A-GAME BOWLING, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nugget Lanes Bowling Cen-ter, building 3702. Call 353-2654.

BASIC STRENGTH AND CONDI-TIONING, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m., Melaven Fitness Center, building 3452. Call 353-1994.

DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT, 5:30 to 9 p.m., Youth Sports and Fitness, building 1049 #2. Call 353-7482.

FAMILY FRIDAY NIGHT SNOW-SHOE, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Outdoor Recreation, building 4050. Call 361-6349.

OPEN RECREATIONAL ICE SKAT-ING, 5:30 to 7:45 p.m., Physical Fit-ness Center, building 3709. Call 353-7223.

Estate NoticeAnyone having claims against or who is

indebted to the estate of Spc. Tyrice Weaver, of Bravo Battery, 2nd Battalion, 8th Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division may contact Capt. Alan J. Cox, Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 2-8 FA, Fort Wainwright, Alaska 99703, (907) 353-1587.

NATIONAL AMERICAN INDIAN HERITAGE MONTHThe Fort Wainwright Equal Opportunity Office invites you to the National American Indian Her-itage Month Observance, Nov. 19, from 3 to 4:30 p.m., at the U.S. Army Reserve Center in building 3470, on Chippewa Avenue. Guest speaker will be Teisha Simmons, Campus Director for the Interior Alaska Campus at UAF. RSVP no later than Nov. 9 to Spc. Frazer at kimberly.m.frazer.mil@mail.mil or Master Sgt. Shriner at charles.d.shriner.mil@mail.mil.

SWIM CENTER OPEN The Melaven Swim Center hours of operation:Tuesday through Friday, 5 to 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. to

3 p.m. Saturday, 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (lap swim/les-sons) and 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (open swim). Soldier drown proofing can be scheduled on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m. Call 353-1995 to schedule times.

ABANDONED CARSThe Fort Wainwright Police Department is report-ing more than 50 abandoned or suspected to be abandoned vehicles (e.g. they haven’t moved in a while and/or registration has lapsed, etc.) on post. These vehicles and any in the future have been or will be tagged with a vehicle abandonment form that’s attached to one of the vehicle windows. Own-ers of these vehicles are granted 72 hours from the time they are tagged to move, reregister and/or to contact the authorities (contact information is on the form) with an update, questions or concerns before the vehicle is towed. For more information, call 353-7526.

JOBSIn search of a new job? Fort Wainwright is looking for you! Visit www.usajobs.gov for a full listing of federal jobs.

HOLIDAY LAYAWAYThe Fort Wainwright Exchange is bringing back fee-free layaway for early holiday shopping. Start-ing now, the Exchange will waive the $3 service fee for items that are placed on layaway and paid for by

Dec. 24, including toys and bikes. Purchases of $25 or more are eligible for the layaway plan. A deposit of 15 percent is required to hold items on layaway at the Exchange. Shoppers can visit the Fort Wain-wright Exchange customer service for complete program details and eligibility information. CHAPEL SERVICES Southern Lights Catholic Mass Sunday at 9 a.m. and Monday at 6:30 p.m. Contact: CH (MAJ) James Peak, (907) 361- 4269 or james.j.peak. mil@mail.mil Southern Lights Chapel is located on the corner of Neely Road and 8th Street, building 4107.

Northern Lights Divine (Liturgical) Service Sunday at 8:30 a.m. Contact: CH (CPT) Matt Christensen, (907) 353- 4610 or matthew.c.christensen2.mil@mail.mil Protestant Service Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Contact: CH (MAJ) Philip Jeon, (907)353-6100 or chul.w.jeon.mil@mail.mil Northern Lights Chapel is located on the corner of Rhineland and Luzon Avenue, building 3430.

HOLIDAY SHIPPING DATESTo get it there before Dec. 25, send no later than...Domestic:Saturday, Dec. 19 (first class mail)Monday, Dec. 21 (priority mail) Wednesday, Dec. 23 (priority mail express)

International:Friday, Dec. 11 (priority mail international) Tuesday, Dec. 15 (priority mail express interna-tional) Monday, Dec. 21 (global express guaranteed)