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HOLIDAY BREAK OPEN ICE SKATINGDecember 22, 2012-January 7, 2013

1330-1600

Closed Christmas & New Years Day.Free Skate Rental December 24 and 31.

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER Bldg. 3709 | 353-7223

SANTA SCORCHERDecember 22, 1000Two hour fitness class that will have four, 30-minute sessions of Turbo Kick, Spin, Yoga, and Zumba.No cost. Limited to the first 28 participants who sign up.

HOUR OF POWER: GROUP STRENGTH Tuesdays & Thursdays:12–12:45 p.m.

TURBO KICKWednesdays: 5–6 p.m.

YOGA FOR ATHLETES Tuesdays 6-7 p.m.Saturdays 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

YOGA FOR BEGINNERSThursdays 6–7 p.m.

CORE TRAININGMonday & Wednesdays 5:30–6:30 a.m.

FITNESS CLASSESAll fitness classes are held at the PFC. For more information, call 353-7223/9137.

FIT MAMA PREGNANCY GROUP Tuesdays 11 a.m.

GROUP CYCLINGMondays & Wednesdays:12 p.m.Tuesdays & Thursdays6:30 a.m. & 5 p.m.Saturdays: 10 a.m.

ZUMBAMondays & Thursdays: 6 p.m.Saturdays: 1 p.m.Zumba classes are $7 each or purchase a 10 punch class card for $70 and receive the 11th class at no cost.

YOUTH SPORTS Bldg. 1049 #1 | 353-7482

Indoor Soccer Ages Reg. Dates Parent’s Meeting Season Cost

5-18 10/22-1/4 1/16, 5:30 p.m. 1/22–4/6 $55

Coaches needed! If you are interested in being a volunteer coach, please call 353-7482.

Developmental indoor SoccerDevelopmental Indoor Soccer is a program in which parents are involved with their children in helping them to develop the basic skills of Indoor Soccer, while helpingus to promote a healthy and active lifestyle. Each session is limited to 15 participants.

Ages Reg. Dates Session Cost

3-4 10/22-1/4 1/28–3/7 $20

All youth must be registered with CYS Services and have an up-to-date physical on file in order to enroll for any sport. To register, go to Parent Central Services,

Bldg. 1049, Suite 2. For more information, call 353-7482 or 353-7713.

Sessions Available:

Mondays: 6-6:45 p.m.

Tuesdays: 6-6:45 p.m.

Wednesdays: 6-6:45 p.m.

Tuesdays: 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Wednesdays: 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Thursdays: 6-6:45 p.m.

December 5,5:30-8:30 p.m.

Physical Fitness Center

The celebration includes ice skating, door prizes, a visit from Santa, children’s activities, and entertainment. Don’t miss out! For more information call 353-7223.

HOURS OF OPERATIONFriday .................................................................. Noon to 8 p.m.Saturday and Sunday ...................................... Noon to 8 p.m. Monday - Wednesday ................................................ CLOSEDThursdays in February and March 2013 ........... 4 to 8 p.m.

CONTACT INFORMATIONRecorded Ski Info ......................................................353-7053Equipment Issue .........................................................353-6795Ski & Snowboard School .........................................353-9131Manager/Lodge Rental ...........................................353-1998

HOLIDAY HOURS/SCHOOL BREAKDec. 21 - Jan. 6 Christmas Break .................. Noon to 8 p.m.Jan. 21 Martin Luther King Day ..................... Noon to 8 p.m.Feb. 18 President’s Day ................................... Noon to 8 p.m.Mar. 8–17 Spring Break ................................. Noon to 8 p.m.Christmas Eve & New Years Eve .................... Noon to 4 p.m.Christmas Day & New Years Day .................................ClosedMarch Madness .......................................March 29–31, 2013Last Day of Ski Season ................................March 31, 2013

BIRCH HILL SKI/SNOWBOARD AREA2012/2013 SEASON

* PERSONAL SLEDS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON BIRCH HILL! ID CARD MUST BE SHOWN TO RECEIVE PASS.

LIFT PASS FEES DoD Card Holder

E1-5/GS1-5NF1-2

DoD Card Holder E6-9/01-4

GS6-13/NF3-5

Non-DoDCard Holder

Adults all day ..........................$17 ..................................$22................................ $35Adults after 4 p.m. ..................$11 ..................................$17................................ $25Youth (7-17) all day ...............$13 ..................................$17................................ $25Youth (7-17) after 4 p.m. ......$9 ....................................$11................................ $206 & Under or 70+ ..................Free ................................. Free ............................... $7Bunny Hill ..................................$8 ....................................$8 .................................. $8

YOUTH SKI DAYSJanuary 19-21, March 10-12, and March 13-15, 2013DoD Card Holders: $120 Non DoD Card Holders: $130

DOG SLED CLINIC RIDES January 13 and February 10, 2013 Call 353-9131 for information.

EQUIPMENT RENTAL (includes a bunny ticket) DoD Card Holder Rate Rate 1 Rate 2 Non DoD Card Holder Rate Rate 1 Rate 2Alpine Ski System $20/all day $13 after 4 p.m. Alpine Ski System $22/all day $15 after 4 p.m.Snowboard & Boots $20/all day $13 after 4 p.m. Snowboard & Boots $22/all day $15 after 4 p.m.Snowboard Boots $11/all day $8 after 4 p.m. Snowboard Boots $13/all day $10 after 4 p.m.Board Only $17/all day $11 after 4 p.m. Board Only $19/all day $13 after 4 p.m.

SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL DoD Non DoD Card Holders Card HoldersPrivate Lessons $65 $75Group Lessons $45 $55

Downhill ski and snowboard lessons are offered throughout the season on Saturdays and Sundays at 12 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Each session lasts 90 minutes and includes equipment rental and lift ticket. For more information or to make a reservation, call 353-9131.

MILITARY SKI TRAININGFridays ................................................................ 1 to 3:30 p.m.

**SEASON PASSES EARLY BIRD REGULAR (10/22- 11/25) (11/26–3/31, 2013) Family Pass ...................$470 ........................ $525Adult Pass .....................$195 ........................ $250Youth Pass (17 & under) ...$140 ........................ $195

** Available to all authorized users except non-military affiliated civilians. Season passes are non-refundable.

BIRCH HILL SKI/SNOW BOARD AREA Bldg. 1172 | p:353-1998

The Tube Hill is open Saturdays and Sundays 1300-1900 and (special days for winter break) December 26, 28, January 2, 4.No experience is necessary simply hop in your tube, push off,and enjoy the ride down one of our 800 foot long runs. A tube lift makes the ride back to the top easy. There are risks associated with this activity including, but not limited to: speed; changing weather; terrain; surface and sub-service conditions; collisions with other tubers, natural and man-made objects; and lack of directional and speed control.

By purchasing a tubing ticket you assume the risk of all injuries!*Minimum age requirement is 5 years old and height requirement is at least 40 inches tall. Five and six years old must be accompanied by an adult in a separate tube.

Remember, this is a Snow Tube Park and when closed may not be used as a sledding hill!

BIRCH HILL EVENTS:Family Tubing DayDecember 15Set fee of $20 for DoD card holder families, $30 for non. IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY

3rd Annual Christmas Eve PartyDecember 24 in the Lodge.

Rail Jam CompetitionDecember 29: 1400 --free event sign-up (does not include lift pass or equipment).

TUBE HILL LIFT PASS FEES (Includes Lift Pass and Tube)

1 Hour $7 $8 $92 Hours $11 $12 $133 Hours $15 $18 $20

15 Hour punch card $77All tubing passes and punch cards expire March 31, 2013. There will be no refunds for unused passes or punch cards*. The Tube Hill closes at -20 degrees for your safety.

DoDCard HolderE1-5/GS1-5

NF1-2

DoDCard Holder E6-9/01-4GS6-13/NF3-5

Non-DoDCard Holder

ICE CLIMBING12/1, 1/18, 0700-1800Cost: $25/personExperience Alaska in a whole new way; ice climb with us on frozen waterfalls! No experience needed, our guides will have you swinging ice tools and kicking crampons right up these frozen pillars in no time! We provide all equipment. You just need to bring food, water and warm clothes!

SNOWMACHINE THE WHITE MOUNTAINS12/1, 1/5, 0800-1700$75/personTake a snow machine run to the White Mountains National Recreation Area. Trip departs from the ORC at 8:30 am. We will provide transportation, snow machines and helmets. Be sure to bring your camera, warm coat, gloves, boots, daypack with bungee cord, lunch, snacks and drinks.

LUNCH SKI AND SOUP12/6, 1/10, 1200-1300Cost: $5/personTake advantage of the fleeting daylight by joining us at lunch for a ski around our Glass Park Trails. Skis, boots, poles and hot soup for lunch are provided. We will also have staff on hand if you need a quick ski lesson!

SNOWMACHINE SAFETY COURSE12/8, 1/120900 and 1300No cost. For ages 18+ Participants will be issued a Snow Machine Safety Card at the conclusion of the course. This class is required to rent snow machines from the Outdoor Recreation Center.

WITW SNOWSHOE AND SOAK12/8, 0900-1700$20/personMust be 18+ to enter the rock pool for this trip.In our first Women in the Wilderness trip of the season, we’ll be strapping on the snowshoes and venturing out into the Chena State Recreation Area. After our snowshoe hike, we’ll head to the Chena Hot Springs Resort where we’ll be able to soak in the outdoor rock pool. We provide transportation, snowshoe equipment and instruction. Remember warm clothes, lunch, water, swimwear and a towel for the hot spring! STILES CREEK SNOWMACHINE TRIP12/15, 0800-1700Cost: $75/personWe will provide transportation, snowmachine and helmet. Bring your lunch, snacks, drinks and cold weather clothing. If the temperature drops below -10 degrees we will try to postpone to a warmer date.

CHENA RIVER SKI12/15, 1000-1700Cost: $10/personCome out and enjoy a day skiing on the river with our staff. All cross country ski equipment is provided and we can even give you a lesson to get you started. Bring warm clothes, water and lunch in a small backpack.

FAMILY ½ DAY SNOWSHOE12/16, 1300-1500Cost: $5/personBeat the winter blues by bringing the family out for an afternoon of snowshoeing. We provide all equipment, you just need to bring your warm clothes and water!

FAMILY SNOW MACHINE RUN12/16, 1/13, 1300-1500Drivers must be 18+Cost: $25/operator. No cost for passengers (must be age 8+).Our staff will take the lead as you experience your backyard in a new way! Be sure to bring your camera, warm coat, gloves, boots, daypack with bungee cord, snacks and drinks. We will provide Snow machine and helmets.

XC SKI AT BIRCH HILL12/19, 1300-1600Cost: $5/personCome along and ski some of the best XC trails around at Birch Hill. We provide and equipment and instruction if you need it. Bring along warm clothes and some water!

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTERBldg. 4050 | 361-6349

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FORT WAINWRIGHT SNOWMACHINE RUN12/19, 20, 26, 271300-1500Drivers must be 18+Cost: $25/operator. No cost for passengers (must be age 8+).Our staff will take the lead as you experience your backyard in a new way! Be sure to bring your camera, warm coat, gloves, boots, daypack with bungee cord, snacks and drinks. We will provide Snow machine and helmets.

INTERIOR ALASKA ICE FISHING12/22, 0800-1700 Cost: $45/person.An Alaska State Fishing License is required!If you are new to ice fishing then here is your chance to see how it’s done. We will provide transportation, rod & reel, bait, ice fishing hut with wood stove and the know-how to get you started. If the temps drop to -20 degrees or lower we will attempt to postpone to a warmer day.

EXPLORE THE LOCAL SKI TRAILS12/12, 1/12, 1100-1500Cost: $5/person.Glide along with us and check out trails you may not have known about. We provide all the ski equipment you need as well instruction if you’ve never skied before. Warm clothes and water are a must for this fun day on skis!

FULL MOON SKI12/28, 1800-2100Cost: $10/person.Get out for an enjoyable evening under the full moon as we ski around the Fairbanks Area. Bring warm clothes, head lamp and water. We provide all ski equipment and instruction for this trip.

WICKERSHAM DOME SNOWSHOE12/29, 0900-1600Cost: $10/person.Head north of Fairbanks and snowshoe Wickersham Dome with Outdoor Rec. No experience necessary. We provide snowshoes and instruction. All you need to bring is water, lunch and warm clothes.

COMPEAU’S TRAIL SNOW MACHINE TRIP12/29, 0800-1700Cost: $75/person.The staff at the Outdoor Recreation Center will be making a snow machine run on the Compeau’s Trail in the Chena River State Recreation Area. The trail begins down in the river valley and eventually winds its way to the ridge tops. We will provide transportation, snow machine and helmet. You bring your lunch, snacks, drinks, boots, gloves and cold weather clothing. If the temperature drops below -10 degrees we will try to postpone to a warmer date.

XC DAY SKI1/19, 0900-1600Cost: $10/person.There simply is no better way to explore the winter landscape of interior Alaska than by cross country ski. We will head out to some fantastic trails to explore and enjoy the brief winter sunlight. Never skied before? No problem! Our staff will have you gliding along in no time. Ski equipment is provided, you simply bring warm clothes, water and lunch.

FAMILY ½ DAY SKI1/20, 1300-1500Cost: $5/person.Get the family out for a fun afternoon trying out cross country skiing in Glass Park. No experience necessary. Bring warm clothes and water, we provide the skis and snow!

ANGEL CREEK OVERNIGHT1/19-20, 0800-1700Cost: $160/personOn this trip we will snow machine the trails off Chena Hot Springs Road by day, at night you can relax at the lodge or take a warm soak at the Hot Springs. We provide transportation, snowmachines, helmets, lodging and meals. You bring warm clothing, boots, gloves and a towel if you plan to take a warm soak. Reservations must be made by January 4th!

WITW - THE WHITE MOUNTAINS1/26, 0800-1700Cost: $75/person.A Women in the Wilderness snowmachine run to the White Mountains National Recreation Area. Meet our staff at 8 am. at the ORC. Trip departs at 8:30 am. We will provide transportation, snowmachines and helmets. Be sure to bring your camera, warm coat, gloves, boots, daypack with bungee cord, lunch, snacks and drinks.

ALYESKA SKI/SNOWBOARD ADVENTURE1/25-27, departs at 5 p.m.Cost: $200/person.Alyeska is a world class ski/snowboard destination that has an average of almost 650” of snow a year! We will drive down on Friday evening and ride powder all day Saturday. On Sunday we will return to Ft. Wainwright. We provide transportation, lodging and a lift ticket. You provide your own food, ski/snowboard gear (bring your own or rent), and warm clothes.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING LESSONSPlease call to arrange lessons with the instructor at 361-2652.Age: 10+Cost: $5/personLessons are offered all winter long starting in November and equipment is provided. Sessions run between 45 minutes and an hour. If the temperatures hits below -10°F, lessons will be postponed to a warmer date.

AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER

For all your auto needs.

TOW TRUCK SERVICESavailable 24 hours

590-1716

353-7436Bldg. 3730

Stop by to learn how to winterize your vehicle!

STORY HOUR & CRAFTS12/7, 1600National Miner’s DayThe history of the miner is the history ofour country. We’ll have stories and a cookie-mining activity. Yum!

12/14, 1600So many holidays! Come for an hour to relax, listen to somecheery stories and make some holiday crafts with your children.

No Story Hour December 21 and 28.

Share the gift of literacy with your family through the holidays and beyond!For our Soldiers:

The holidays are coming and most of us are far from family. Make an appointment to read a story on camera to send to your brother, sister, daughter, son, etc. for the holidays! We provide the spot, the camera, the book and the DVD you just take it to the Post Office to send. What a great gift idea!

ARE YOUR PAPERS DUE?Are you nearing the end of the semester? Tutoring is available at the Library by appointment. Please call 353-4137 for more information.

MULTICULTURAL STORY HOUR: FRANCAIS!12/5, 1630Bonjour! Comment allez-vous? Hear SPC Amari from the 1-28 INF a story in French. We’ll decorate our passports and try some verytasty cultural cookery!This is a free event open to all Soldiers, their Families and all DoD Cardholders.

POST LIBRARYBldg. 3700 | 353-2642

Weekend Hours: Friday and Saturday

2200 to 0400

Training Holiday Weekend Hours:Thursday through Sunday 2200 to 0400

353-6610For a free ride home.

Brought to you byBetter Opportunities for Single Soldiers.

SADDSOLDIERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING

POOL TOURNAMENTDecember 1, Sign Up at 1800, play starts at 1900

TEXAS HOLD ‘EMDecember 8, Sign Up at 1800, play starts at 1900

NOT SO SILENT NIGHTWINTER PARTYDecember 8, 1800-2300The Warrior Zone, Bldg. 3205(Open to DoD card holders ages 18+)

BRIGADE-WIDECANNED FOOD DRIVECollections will take place all month long at every company. Please drop off items with a B.O.S.S. representative.

Please note that all events and activities are offered to B.O.S.S. members.For more information, call 353-7648.

THE WARRIOR ZONE BIRTHDAY AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS PARTYDECEMBER 15, 8 P.M.

Live DJ, free food, great drink specials, and tons of giveaways.

THE WARRIOR ZONEBldg. 3205 | 353-1087 The Warrior Zone is open to DoD card holders ages 18+

ACS TREE TRIMMINGDecember 7, 1300FRG Leaders are welcome to bring an ornament to put on the ACS Holiday Treethat represents their unit.

What are Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS?Family and MWR locally funds dividends to Units for the collective benefit of all unit

members for off-duty morale, welfare and recreational purposes; all unit members must have the opportunity to participate in the activity supported with unit funds dividends.

The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation, through the NAF Support Management Division, maintains all Unit Funds. Please call the Unit Funds Advisor for more information and instructions on establishing and maintaining Unit Funds (907) 353-7765.

Family and MWR UNIT FUNDS Family and MWR Unit Funds Advisor

Bldg. 1045 basementFort Wainwright, AK 99703

(907) 353-7765WAINDFMWRFMO@us.army.mil

Want to set up a Private Organization on Post?In order to be recognized as a Fort Wainwright Private Organization you must establish and

submit the required Private Organization packet. For information and packet processing, please contact the Family and MWR Private Organization Advisor at 353-7740.

Family and MWR Private Organization AdvisorBldg. 1045 basement

Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 (907) 353-7740

ACS will be closedDecember 24, 31.

All ACS classes are held in the training room of building 3401 unless otherwise noted. They are offered at no cost. Advance registration is required. Class may be cancelled if minimum of 5 participants is not met.

For more information, call 353-4227.

AFTB BIRTHDAYDecember 14, 1100-1300Food Court, PX

EFMP RESPITE CAREExceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) respite care is a program that provides a temporary rest period for Family members responsible for regular care of persons with disabilities. Eligibility is based on EFMP enrollment and EFM’s medical or educational condition.For info, call 353-4243.

NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION & INFORMATION FAIRDecember 12, 0900-1530LFCAC, Building 1044Garrison Newcomers Orientation provides information for Soldiers, Family members and Civilians new to FWA within 60 days. Mandatory for Soldiers. Spouses and Civilians are strongly encouraged to attend.

NEW YEAR’S EVE ROCK & BOWL12/31, 2000-0200Ring in the New Year with live music, Cosmic Bowling, food & drink specials with complimentary hors d’ oeuvres, party favors, and of course, a countdown and a toast to ring in 2013. Reservations required.

FREE GAMES FOR A’S!Weekdays, 1500-2100Show us an ‘A’ on an assignment or report card and we give you a free game! For students in grades K through 12.

HOLIDAYWINE TASTINGGold Rush Lounge 12/6, 1700-1900Cost: $15/personJoin us after work for a fantastic sampling of local and national wines with perfectly paired snack-a-tizers. Chat with winemakers and vendors, discover that perfect bottle for your holiday celebrations and enter to win door prizes.

NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTER

Bldg. 3702 | 353-2654

ARMY VS NAVY12/8, 1100Fom Lincoln Field in Philadelphia, enjoy drink and appetizer specials in the Gold Rush Lounge.

SOLDIER BOWL!12/12, 1700-2100All active duty Soldiers bowl for free! Bring your friends and have some fun as we recognize you for your selfless service.

WINTER BOGO!12/22It’s the first day of Winter and we know you’re all ready to play inside! Enjoy Buy One, Get One Free (BOGO) Bowling all day.

THIS MONTH’S MOTHER LODE CAFE SPECIAL: FANTASTIC FRENCH DIP!Fill up on tender roast beef piled high on a six-inch hoagie roll served au jus with side salad and large fountain drink. All for only $8.

LUNCHTIME FUN WITH HEAD-PIN BOWLING!1100-1400Let us serve your lunch lane side while you try your skill at striking a frame with a colored head-pin to win a free game! Just $2.50 per game, shoes included.

GOLD RUSH LOUNGEDrink Special: Christmastini! American Harvest Organic Vodka layered with Goldschlager and a candy cane stir stick!

Enjoy our big screen TVs with great appetizers and a fine selection of craft beers on tap, top shelf liquors, comfy couches, free billiards and Wi-Fi!

Enjoy our special Wednesdays After Work Hungry Hour, 1700-1900. Half-price appetizers including our all new Buffalo Wings!

COSMIC BOWLFriday & Saturday nights, 2000-0100Join us for an awesome entertainment experience! With a live DJ Saturday nights, stylish Cosmic Bowling is a non-stop, high-fiving, total sensory overload, and an unforgettably good time.

Birthday Party, Hale & Farewell, Off-Sites, Organization Day, Unit FUNctions! We host them all right here at your Nugget Lanes Bowling Center. Call for info or stop by for a personal tour and meeting with one of our FUNction specialty planners. Two new private party rooms are ready! Come check ‘em out!

YOUTH CENTER MINECRAFT LOCK-IN1/2, 1800-2400For grades 6-12. Space limited, permission slips required. Do you enjoy creating new worlds in Minecraft? Spend the night withother youth that love to play the game. Food and games are offered all night long!

PARENT APPRECIATION DINNER AT THE YOUTH CENTER12/7, 1800-2000Join us for a delicious dinner and explore the youth center and learn about the activities available for your child. Meet the staff or simply come and hang out with your 6th - 12th grade youth. Call 361-5437 for more information.

Confidential Assistance for short time problem resolution: marriage/relationship stress, anxiety,

depression, grief, and other daily life issues.

MFLCMilitary & Family Life Consultants

388-2553

Domestic Violence Victims have options. Call 799-9770.

To report incidents of Child or Domestic Abuse,contact 353-7535 (24/7).

For Sexual Assault reporting, please call 353-7272 (24/7).

ABUSE.

CHRISTMAS SCHOOL BREAKDecember 26-28, January 2-4 For participants in grades 6-12.How are you going to spend your Christmas vacation? Laying around watching TV? No! Come to the Youth Center and have some fun.

12/26: North Pole Swimming Pool12/27: Tubing at Birch Hill12/28: Go Karts1/2: North Pole Swimming Pool1/3: Reindeer Farm1/4: Snowmachining (ages 16+1/5: Horseback Riding

All participants will meet at the Youth Center at 1430. All participants will need a permission slip.

YOUTH SERVICES Bldg. 4109 | 361-5437

GINGERBREAD HOUSE COMPETITIONNow through 12/8, 1700Youth Center, Bldg. 4109Represent Ft. Wainwright youth at the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner Gingerbread House Competition! We will be planning, designing and building a gingerbread extravangza.

TOWN HALL MEETING12/14, 1830Youth Center, Bldg. 4109Leadership opportunities! Come to a meeting at the youth and have your voice heard about issue affecting you in the youth center, on post, and as a military youth.

DISCO ROLLER SKATING12/24, 1300-1800Too excited to sit still? Skate to music and disco lights at the Youth Center. Parents always welcome!

All field trips are held after 12 p.m. Permission slips required. Please check CYSS Wainwright Youth center Facebook page for updates.

FAMEFAMEFamily Activity and Motivational Exercise

* FITNESS SESSIONS:The fitness instructor will offer two sessions:M, W, F 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.and 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.

Sessions are held at Melaven Fitness Center at no cost. For more information on class schedules call 353-9137.

CHILD CARE: Child, Youth & School Services provides limited child care for FAME programs.Child care is provided on site at Melaven Gym.

Cost: $35 per month per child per sessionWhen: M, W, F9 to 10:30 a.m., or 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Minimum of 5 registered to offer classes. Children must be pre-registered at Parent Central Services, Bldg 1049,8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration begins the 20th of the month for the next month’s sessions. AFC Benefits for families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Warriors, or Fallen Soldiers may be used to pay for this care.For more information on child care, please call 353-7713.

FAME Exercise and Child Care programs are closed for federal and training holidays and on “No School” days.

CYSS child care during your workouts.*

Now atMelaven

Gym!

$35

GINGERBREAD HOUSE MAKINGDecember 20, 1700-1900It’s that time of year again when visions of candy canes and sugar plums dance in our heads! That can only mean one thing; it’s time to build Gingerbread houses for all of Fort Wainwright to see. Come by the LFCAC to put a Gingerbread house together with our staff. A display case will also be made available if you would like to share your creation with the community. A limited number of kits and decorating supplies will be available free of charge so sign up early. This will be a fun family affair and we hope to see you here!

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHTDecember 171730-1930(dependent on length)Join the LFCAC for a fun night of Family entertainment on a 16’ x 20’ screen. All movies rated G or PG.

CHESS CLUBDecember1, 8, 15, 22, 291500-1700The club will provide an informal setting for those who love the game to meet, play and discuss strategies while getting to know others that have an interest in chess as well.

BOUNCY HUT NIGHTDecember 10, 271700-1930Ages 4-12, no cost.Two bouncy huts are now available at the LFCAC so now both smaller and bigger children can have their own hut. What could be cooler? Parents must be present to supervise their children as child care personnel will not be on hand.

LFCAC Bldg. 1044 | 353-7755

EMOTION COACHING12/7, 12/14, 1130-1230LFCAC, Bldg. 1044This workshop provides an in-depth look at the process of emotion coaching and assists parents and caregivers in helping children understand and deal with their emotions in healthy ways.This program is a partnership with ACS and CYSS.

HOMEMADE BABY FOOD CLASS12/15, 1000-1200CDC I, Bldg. 4024This two hour, hands-on workshop will teach you the tips, tricks and guidelines of introducing solid foods to your infant. Topics discussed will cover general nutrition guidelines, when to introduce different types of foods, allergies and reactions in your child to watch for, several methods of preparing and storing your own

CYSS OUTREACH SERVICES Bldg. 1049 #2 | 353-7713

CDC II Bldg. 1049 #2 | 353-7713

Workshops and Classes are a partnership with ACS and CYSS.

Reminder: Part Day Pre-School and Hourly Programs are closed duringFNSB Winter Break, 12/24–1/4.These programs will resume 1/7(2-Day Pre-School resumes 1/8).

SNOW ON SNOW ON SNOW!12/17 &18, 1000Parents of Part Day Pre-School and Hourly Care: Enjoy some fun in the snow with yourchildren making snow bricks, snow angels, and sledding (Events moved inside the gym if temperatures are below 0 degrees)!

baby food with hands on practice, and the do’s and don’ts of infant feeding. Participants will receive a food mill and a collection of baby food recipes. This program is a partnership with ACS and CYSS.

LITERACYMAKE IT & TAKE IT12/20, 1100-1300LFCAC, Bldg. 1044Opportunity for parents to expand the tools used in developing literacy skills with young children. There will be a variety of stations and information available on topics to include: letter recognition, pre-writing skills, sight word development, rhyming, and pre-reading activities. Class will be held at LFCAC. Call to reserve a spot, supplies limited.

BABYSITTER’S COURSE12/27, 1000-1600Youth Center, Bldg. 4109This course offers participants certifications

in American Heart CPR for infants, children and adults, American Heart First Aid, and the 4H Babysitter’s Course. Open to adults and youth ages 13 and older. Successful completion of the course offers participants the option of being added to the CYSS Babysitter’s List.

ROMP AND STOMP PLAYGROUPThis Month’s Focus: Family and FriendsMondays and Thursdays,0930–1130LFCAC, Bldg. 1044.For more information, call 353-7372.

LEAPS FOR LEARNINGTuesdays, 1030-1200Murphy Hall, Bldg 1045. $50/per child. This parent and child class is designed to expand early learning skills for children 2-5 years of age. For More information please call 353-7372.

PARENT’S NIGHT OUT12/11, 1745–2045CDC I, Bldg. 4024Register and pay by December 4. $15/child. Snack provided.

PARENT’S DAY OUT12/15, 0900-1300$20/child. Meal provided. Register and pay by December 7.

Parent’s Day Out and Parent’s Night Out child care will be provided at the Child Development Center I, Bldg. 4024. All children must be registered with CYSS to receive services. For more information call 353-7713. Army Family Covenant benefits are available for Families of Deployed Soldiers, Wounded Soldiers or Fallen Soldiers.

SKIES UNLIMITED AND EFMP PARTNER PROGRAM1/11, 1800-1900. Cost: $5/child. Skies Unlimited and EFMP come together to offer families a meet and greet, discussion group for parents and children. Parents can meet others and learn what is happening in the community while the children participate in a craft activity. Join us every 2nd Friday of each month for more information call 353.4243.

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!1/12, 19, 261000-1130Murphy Hall, Bldg. 1045 Cost $50 (ages 11-18) Students will explore the use of video recording to express themselves through video diaries. Video cameras will be provided.

HAIKU ILLUSTRATION 1/3-4, cost: $25.1430-1600 (ages 6-11)1600-1730 (ages 12-18)Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd.Students will explore Japanese style poetry with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern and create small illustrations on washi paper. Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.

POTTERY I 1/5, 12, 19, 261600-1730Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd.$60/student (ages 8+) This class will include all materials and supplies students will need to learn basic wheel work. Space is limited so please sign up early. Parents may participate for a $15 materials fee.

POTTERY II:1/12, 19, 261730-1900Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd.$40/student (ages 11-18)Students will continue learning pottery skills to aid them with working on the pottery wheel. Students are required to have completed pottery I to sign up for this class. All supplies included. Space is limited so please

Sign up today for December SKIES classes. To register, call 353-7713. For information on specific classes, call 353-3220. Please note that times and locations are subject to change.

sign up early. Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.

POTTERY: OPEN STUDIO 1/5, 12, 19, 261200-1600Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd.$20 punch card (4 studio visits)(ages 11-18)Students are required to have completed Pottery l to use this studio time. Punch cards can be obtained through Parent Central Registration. *Students under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult while working in the studio.

BEGINNING CROCHET1/16, 23, 301630-1800, (ages 9-18)Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd.$45/student (ages 8+)Students will learn the foundation stitches needed to crochet. Supplies and materials will be provided to complete a final amigurumi robot also known as a “Crobot”.Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.

TRAVEL THE WORLD WITH MISS FIELDS “THE FIELD TRIP LADY”1/10, 1000-1045Murphy Hall, Bldg. 1045$5/student (ages 2-5)Take a “Ohh la la, Hula” virtual journey to the “Hawaiian Islands”. Learn fun facts about the culture while interacting in creative activities.

CLAY SCULPTURES 1/17, 24, 311700-1830, (ages 6-11)Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd.$45/student.Students will learn how to build hollow clay sculpture. Clay pieces will be fired and ready to paint on the last day of class. Parents may participate for a $10 materials fee.

ICE SKATING CLASSES$50/month/student-(total 4 lessons)(ages 3-5; 6-18)PFC Ice Rink, Bldg. 3709

Wednesdays:1/2, 9, 16, 23ORFridays:1/4, 11, 18, 25

Ages 3-5: 1600-1630Ages 6-18: 1645-1715 Skate rental is included.All children under 6 years or age require a helmet (parents must provide).

Students are also welcome to sign up for both Wednesday and Friday classes for $100.To sign up, call 353-7713.

SKIES EXPLORATION (for ages 2-5 yrs)Murphy Hall, Bldg. 1045.Cost: $45Wednesdays:1030-1115and 1130-1215Saturdays:1130-1215.Enjoy a variety of art, cooking, and scienceactivities.

SKIES MOVE IT, MOVE IT(for ages 2-5 yrs)Murphy Hall, Bldg. 1045Cost: $45Wednesdays: 1300-1345Saturdays: 1030-1115This is a movement and physical activityclass that will encourage your young child to move, shake and wiggle their way to fun!

SNEAK PEAK1/5, No cost.Bldg. 3727, Neely Rd.1200-1500Find out what’s happening next month at SKIES. A free make & take will be available for school age children. We have activities for parents and children of all ages. Enjoy a cup of cocoa and a free Make & Take.

Get the January Edge!All programs are from 4:30–6 p.m.

TEENS (ages 11-18):ACRYLIC PAINTING: No costClasses on Jan 4,11 and 25th. Let your artistic talent flow. We will meet at the YC and will be transported to the old arts and crafts building and back.

ZAP’EM LASER TAGJan 4,11 and 25th. come have some fun at the LFCAC with us. We will meet at the YC and will be transported to the LFCAC and back.

YOUTH (ages 6-10):ZAP’EM LASER TAG: $20Jan 10,17,24 and 31st. Let’s get out and have some fun. We will meet at the LFCAC at 4:30.

SAS WINTERSPACECAMPSchool Age Center (SAC), Bldg. 4166December 24-January 4, 2013Grades K-6

ACTIVITIES:This year’s SAS camp offers activities including: glow water, planetarium, glow t-shirts, rocket launch, star gazing, rocket building, glow putt, and numerous facility games.

FIELD TRIPS:Laser Tag (grades 4-6)December 26, 1300

Glow Putt (grades 1 and 2)December 27, 1300

Glow Putt (kindergarten)January 2, 1300

Glow Putt (grades 2-3)January 3, 1300

CHILDREN’S SPACE GALA SHOWCASEJanuary 4, 2013, 1230-1500Stop by and see the presentation of all projects produced by the children.

Registration:Families must register children at Parent Central Services Building 1049Chena Road353-7713

Fees:Monthly/weekly/hourly fees apply and are based on the Department of Defense (DoD) mandated Total Family Income categories.

Offering Full-Day, Part-Day, and Hourly Care Programs for children in grades K-6.

Interested in becoming an Army FamilyChild Care Provider?

New provider briefing:First Wednesday of every month 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Bldg. 1049 #1

• Obtain Children off our CYS list.• FREE training/Career Opportunities/transfers to your next installation.• Stay at Home and receive an income up to $4,500 or more. • Become a member of our Provider support group.• We help provide the materials to set up your home

For information, call 353-6266/9544.

Christmas Holiday ClosuresFAMILY AND MWR

New Years Holiday ClosuresFAMILY AND MWR

FACILITY MON DEC. 24 TRAINING HOLIDAY TUES. DEC. 25 CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYArmy Community Services (ACS) Closed Closed Automotive Skills Center Closed ClosedBirch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area 1200-1600*(subject to weather) ClosedChena Bend Golf Course Closed for season CYSS Central Registration Closed ClosedCDC I Verified Duty only ClosedCDC II Closed ClosedFamily Child Care Closed ClosedFischer Skeet Range Closed ClosedFamily and MWR Administration 0800-1700 Closed Last Frontier Community Activity Center 0800-1700 Closed Melaven Gym Closed ClosedMelaven Pool Closed for renovations. Reopens March 30, 2013Nugget Lanes Bowling Center Closed ClosedOutdoor Recreation Center Closed ClosedPhysical Fitness Center (PFC) 0800-1700 ClosedPFC Ice Rink 1330-1600 ClosedPost Library Closed ClosedSchool Age Center Open for verified duty only ClosedYouth Center 1300-1800 ClosedSKIES Unlimited Closed ClosedEDGE Programs Closed ClosedThe Warrior Zone 1600-2300 Closed

FACILITY MON. DEC. 31 TRAINING HOLIDAY TUES. JAN. 1 NEW YEARS HOLIDAYArmy Community Services (ACS) Closed Closed Automotive Skills Center Closed ClosedBirch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area 1200-1600*(subject to weather) ClosedChena Bend Golf Course Closed for season CYSS Central Registration Closed ClosedCDC I Open for verified duty only ClosedCDC II Closed ClosedFamily Child Care Closed ClosedFischer Skeet Range Closed ClosedFamily and MWR Administration 0800-1700 ClosedLast Frontier Community Activity Center 0800-1700 ClosedMelaven Gym Closed ClosedMelaven Pool Closed for renovations. Reopens March 30, 2013Nugget Lanes Bowling Center 1600-0300 ClosedOutdoor Recreation Center Closed ClosedPhysical Fitness Center (PFC) 0800-2000 ClosedPFC Ice Rink 1330-1600 ClosedPost Library Closed ClosedSchool Age Center Open for verified duty only ClosedYouth Center 1300-1800 ClosedSKIES Unlimited Closed ClosedEDGE Programs Closed ClosedThe Warrior Zone 1600-2300 Closed

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ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS) Bldg. 3401, p 353-4227 M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sa-Su ClosedFAP: Bldg. 1049 #5, p 353-7317SOS: Bldg. 1049 #4, P 353-4004 AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS CENTER Bldg. 3730, p 353-7436 M 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. T-W Closed Th-F 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sa 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Su 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.Tow Service (24 hrs): 590-1716

BIRCH HILLSKI & SNOWBOARD AREA Bldg. 1172, p 353-1998 F, Sa, Sun 12 to 8 p.m. Designated holiday breaks 12 to 8 p.m.

DW Grill now at Birch Hill! p 353-2706 F-Su, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

CHENA BEND GOLF COURSE AND SNACK BAR Closed for the season.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER I (CDC I)Bldg. 4024, p 361-4190 M-F 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER II (CDC II)(temporarily moved to SAC (Bldg. 4166) due to renovations.

Hourly Care: M-F 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

CYSS PARENT CENTRAL SERVICESBldg. 1049 #2, p 353-7713/7826 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. W 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa, Su Closed

FISCHER SKEET RANGE Bldg. 1172, p 353-7869 F 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sa 12 to 5 p.m. Su 12 to 5 p.m.

LAST FRONTIER COMMUNITYACTIVITY CENTER (LFCAC)Bldg. 1044, p 353-7755 LFCAC M-Th 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. F 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sa 1 to 9 p.m. Su 1 to 6 p.m. LASER TAG: Th 3 to 7 p.m. F 3 to 8 p.m. Sa 1 to 8 p.m. Sun 1 to 5 p.m. BUBBLY BREW M-F 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

POST LIBRARY Bldg. 3700, p 353-2642 M 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. T-F 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sa 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

MELAVEN PHYSICALFITNESS CENTERM-F 5 a.m. to 8 p.m.Sa 12 to 5 p.m.Su CLOSED

MELAVEN INDOOR POOLBldg. 3452, p 353-1995Closed for renovations

NAF CIVILIAN PERSONNELBldg. 1045, p 353-6356 M-F 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 4 p.m. Sat, Sun Closed

NUGGET LANES BOWLING CENTERBldg. 3702, p 353-2654 NUGGET LANES: M-T Closed W-Th 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. F-Sa 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Su 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. GOLD RUSH LOUNGE M-T Closed W-Th 5 to 10 p.m. F-Sa 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Su 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. MOTHER LODE CAFE M-T Closed W 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Th 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. F 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; 5 to 9 p.m. Sa 1 to 9 p.m. Su 1 to 6 p.m.

OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER (ORC)Bldg. 4050, p 361-6349 T-Th 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. F 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Su-M ClosedFor programs call361-4089 or 361-2652.

PHYSICAL FITNESS CENTER (PFC)Bldg. 3709, p 353-7223 (effective 9/4) M-F 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sa, Su 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.PFC ICE RINKBldg. 3709, p 353-7223 F 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. Sa, Su, Holidays, School Breaks 1:30 to 4 p.m.CLOSED on Thanksgiving,Christmas Day, New Years Day

PRIVATE ORGANIZATION ADVISORBldg. 1045, p 353-7740 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sa, Su Closed

SCHOOL AGE CENTER (SAC)Bldg. 4166, p 361-7394 M-F 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

SFACBldg. 3414, p 353-7322 M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sa, Su Closed

SCHOOL SUPPORT SERVICESBldg. 1045, p 361-9377 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

UNIT FUNDSBldg. 1045, p 353-7765 M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sa-Su Closed

WARRIOR ZONEBldg. 3205, p 353-1087 M, W, Th 4 to 11 p.m. T 4 to 11 p.m. (gaming only, bar and kitchen is closed) F-Sa 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Su 1 to 9 p.m.

YOUTH CENTERBldg. 4109, p 361-5437 (effective 9/4) M-Th 2 to 8 p.m. F -Sa 2 to 10 p.m. Su Closed

YOUTH SPORTSBldg. 1049 #1, p 353-7482 T-F 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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