Fort Bliss Monitor

Community

Solid waste collection
Housing residents should use only the wheeled plastic (polycarts) containers issued with their quarters. The refuse contractor will also pick up plastic lawn/trash bags. However, do not place anything next to or in the area of the polycart container that you do not want to be disposed of — to include personal waste baskets, kitchen trash cans, recycle bins, etc. Large amounts of cardboard boxes will not be picked up; disposal should be coordinated through the Recycle Center, 568-1537. Tree limbs and brush must be less than five feet in length and bundled. Disposal of large items, such as furniture, appliances, should be coordinated through O. Perales, 568-3294. This does not apply to 801 North Hills Senior NCO Housing. Also, do not dispose of household hazardous waste with your refuse. Contact DOE, 568-5742 or the HAZMART, 568-0317 for information on hazardous material disposal.

Found property
The following items have been found and turned in: miscellaneous wallets, miscellaneous checkbooks, eyeglasses keys and sets of keys, a mountain bicycle, a PS2 video game, miscellaneous cellular phones, a black bag of clothesand a black briefcase.
The Provost Marshal Office, Found Property Section will hold these items to be claimed for 45 days. For information call 568-5551.

Red Cross training
Babysitting training will be held Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3620 Admiral St. and Nov. 13, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fort Bliss office. There are no charges for the classes, but participants must register.
Volunteer orientation will be held Nov. 2, from 9 to 11 a.m. Call 592-0208 for information or to register for the classes and orientation.

Veterans Day gala
The Veterans Day Gala that will take place at the Fort Bliss Museum and Study Center, Bldg. 1735, Nov. 4. This is a celebration to honor and recognize veterans from World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and Desert Storm. There will be an auction, plus prizes will be raffled before and during the event. For information, contact Edith Fanning at 568-2711.

801 Housing thefts
We have received a few e-mails from residents in the 801 Housing Area about a rash of thefts from cars in their neighborhood.
We have contacted the El Paso Police Department and confirmed that there has been a rise in theft in that area. The EPPD representative said that the national stastics show that violent crime is decreasing, while theft is on a rise.
The EPPD is increasing patrols in the neighborhood to help combat the break-ins. If someone suspicious is seen in a neighborhood, don’t hesitate to call the local police station to investigate. The EPPD representative advises individuals to install lighting to illuminate property neighborhoods to form neighborhood watch programs to help watch for suspicious activity.
Always remove items from your car and secure it to prevent thieves from breaking in. Items left in a vehicle are a temptation for vandalism and theft.

BNCOC graduation
The commandant, United States Army Noncommissioned Officers Academy, cordially invites you to attend the Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course graduation ceremony of Class 06-04, today at 1:30 p.m. at Soldier Hall. To RSVP, call or e-mail Sgt. 1st Class Christopher J. Copeland at copelandc@bliss.army.mil, DSN 978-2440 or 568-2440

NCO concert
The 62nd Army Band will present a noncommissioned officer led concert Oct. 29, 7 p.m., at Soldier Hall, Bldg. 2. Admission is free and open to the public. The concert will feature various concert band arrangements, marches and featured soloists under the conducting batons of selected band NCO’s. Questions about the concert may be directed to the Fort Bliss Public Affairs Office, 568-6056 or the 62nd Army Band, 568-2263 or 568-7001.

Thanksgiving assistance
Army Community Service is again sponsoring a Thanksgiving voucher program, which allows eligible Soldiers, retirees and their families to purchase food items at the Commissary to supplement their holiday meal. Nominations are considered on a case-by-case basis, with no rank restrictions. Soldiers with large families, recent loss of employment by the spouse and referrals by unit family readiness group leaders for families of deployed Soldiers are among the considerations. To be eligible, the following criteria must be met:
• The first sergeant or commander must nominate the Soldier by completing and signing the nomination memorandum. Retirees may self-nominate by delivering the completed form to ACS.
• The Soldier or retiree must be experiencing financial hardship.
For information, call Joseph Hess at 568-7088.

Job fair
The Association of the U.S. Army and the Army Career and Alumni Association are sponsoring a Job Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 21, at the Centennial Club. For information, call Randy Stovall at 568-7165.

Holiday bazaar
The Fort Bliss NCO Wives Club Holiday Bazaar is being held Nov. 6, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Nov. 7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Stout Gym, corner of Cassidy Road and Airport. Admission will be $1 for adults 18 and over and free for children. The Holiday Bazaar will have food vendors and more than 100 craft vendors. The public is cordially invited and the gate will be open to the public.

Redesignation ceremony
The Fort Bliss Resident Agency, will be redesignated as the 76th MP Det. There will be a redesignation ceremony at 10 a.m., Friday at Smith-Bliss Field. For information, call 568-1360, 568-1700, 568-7981 or 568-1700.

Customer evaluation
Go to http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa =site&site_id=435 and share your comments about Fort Bliss Customer Services with the Senior Leadership.

FCC hours of operation
Central Registration and FCC has moved to the ITR bldg. 1743 on Victory Ave. Hours of operation for Central Registration are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Hours of FCC are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Outdoor Adventures hours of operation is 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The Fort Bliss Information, Ticketing and Registration Office is open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, closing for lunch from 1 to 2 p.m., and closed Saturday and Sunday.
ITR is the on-post discount ticket outlet for many area attractions such at Western Playland and Wet ‘n’ Wild, as well as regional and national destinations including Disney World, Disneyland, Sea World, Six Flags and Fiesta Texas. ITR also offers hotel discounts and travel information. For information, call 568-7506 or stop by the ITR office in Bldg. 1743 on Victory Ave.

Leave program
Jason Phillips, WBAMC Outpatient Pharmacy, has been approved as a leave recipient under the Leave Transfer Program. Employees wanting to donate annual leave to Phillips may do so by submitting OF Form 630-A to Gudrun Weber, CPAC, 568-7077.

Brass bartending
Brass Bartending will resume at the Officers’ Club Friday. The U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy will be in the Down Under with Col. John E. Seward and Command Sgt. Major James E. Dale bartending. The promotion will continue through December, with all tips contributed to the appropriate unit fund. For information call 568-3415.

Host a Soldier
Every year hundreds of Soldiers in Advanced Individual Training at Fort Bliss spend Thanksgiving Day far from home and family. For more than 30 years, what would have been an uneventful day became a very special holiday, thanks to many El Paso area families.
The Thanksgiving Adopt-A-Soldier program matches Soldiers with civilian and military families Thanksgiving Day. Nov. 25, 1st Bn., 56th ADA Regt. invites El Paso families to share their homes and the Thanksgiving holiday with a Soldier.
Interested families should contact Spc. Mara Bequis at the battalion S-3 office at 568-4256 during working hours. Please call no later than Nov. 17.
The Thanksgiving Home Visitation program will begin at 9 a.m. Nov. 25 at Stout Gymnasium, Bldg. 2930. Host families are invited to join us for a brief opening ceremony. Following the ceremony, families will be introduced to their Soldiers for the day.
Thanksgiving Day is one of those special days of the year spent sharing a meal with family and friends. Thanks to the warmth and generosity of so many El Paso families, Fort Bliss' Soldiers in training will be able to say that 2004’s Thanksgiving Day was an extra special one for them.

Fall into Christmas
Come to the Country Junction’s Fall into Christmas special holiday event where handcrafted treasures, heirlooms and keepsakes will be sold. There will be doorprizes and refreshments. This event will be held Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Oct. 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
We are located at 1735 Marshall Road, next to the museum. Call us at 562-SHOP for more information.

Education meeting
The Texas Education Agency and Education Service Center - Region 19 will host a public meeting Oct. 27, from 4 to 7 p.m. at 6611 Boeing to gather information on special education issues. Although reservations are not required, they are strongly encouraged so that adequate facilities for the event are provided. Call 780-6506 or register on-line at www.tea.state.tx.us/special.ed/tcip/rsvp.html.

Outdoor Adventures
Fort Bliss Outdoor Adventures is pleased to inform you of some of its upcoming outdoor adventures.
Gila Cliff Dwellings and Cat Walk Hike: Saturday, price is $12, which includes bus transportation, admissions and lunch.
Carlsbad Caverns King Palace Tour: Oct 23, price is $35, which includes transportation, admission to Carlsbad Caverns, guided tour of the Kings Palace, tickets for Christmas on the Pecos River tour, and lunch. Individuals should bring warm clothes, camera and good walking shoes or hiking boots.
For information or to sign up for the trips, call Kirsten, 568-2784.

2005 Soldier Show
Nominations for performer and technician positions in the 2005 Army Soldier Show are being accepted for vocalists, dancers, musicians, specialty acts, lighting, audio, video, costume and stage technicians. Preference in selection is given to performers showing versatility in musical style and experience. Preference is given to technicians having experience and possessing a variety of skills. Technicians with past leadership and building experience, and mechanical or electrical aptitude will also be considered for positions such as stage manager, etc.
Nominations should be received no later than Nov. 30. and sent to U.S. Army Soldier Show, Attn: 2005 Selection Committee, PO Box 439, Fort Belvoir, Va. 22060.
All nominations must include the following: Name, rank, social security number, unit address, duty phone, email address, and area(s) of specialty for performer (singer, dancer, etc.) or area(s) of specialty for technician (lighting, audio, carpentry, electrical work, etc.), official Department of the Army photo and a copy of enlisted or officer record brief. For performer nominees, submit a 1/2 inch VHS or DVD showing musical styles, vocal range and special talents, with emphasis on musical variety. The following format is recommended: a spoken introduction, a minimum of two songs of contrasting styles, and a segment devoted to additional talents such as dance or instrumental performance. Musicians can also include an audio recording.
For technician nominees, a technical experience resume including experience in sound, lighting, construction, carpentry and stage management must be submitted. Performers may include technical expertise in their resumes.
All nominees must have a minimum of 90 days time in service remaining after completion of tour. Nominees must meet height/weight standards in accordance with AR 600-9. A copy of the most recent record Army Physical Fitness Test must be provided. Profiles will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Nominees must be deployable worldwide as the Army Soldier Show will tour overseas areas. Video auditions and technical review will take place mid-January and finalists will be notified by the U.S. Army Community and Family Support Center Army Entertainment Division through their respective regional headquarters, with units and installations receiving an information copy of the notification. Artistic inquiries may be sent to Victor. Hurtado@cfsc.army.mil, and military questions may be addressed to 1st Sgt. Stanley Randolph at DSN 656-4937 or (703) 806-4937.

Swimming lessons
The Replica Aquatic Center is accepting registrations for its upcoming November swim classes. All classes last 45 minutes. Monday/Wednesday lessons include: Preschool (class size 6) 3 p.m.; Level 1-2 (class size 6), 4 p.m.; Level 3-4 (class size 6), 5 p.m. and Level 5-6 (class size 6), 6 p.m. Saturday/Sunday lessons include: Adults (class size 6), 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Level 3-4 (class size 6), 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Level 5-6 (class size 6), noon and 3 p.m.; Level 1-2 (class size 6), 1 and 4 p.m. The cost is $25 per 8-lesson and students must pay when registering. For information or to register, call 568-7431.

Freestyle stroke clinic
Replica Aquatic Center will hold a Freestyle Stroke Clinic for Adults from 8 a.m. to noon, Oct. 30. Fort Bliss Barracuda Swim Team Head Coach, Wright Stanton, III, will teach the clinic. Please bring a VHS tape, food and drinks. The fee for the clinic is $20 and will be limited to 20 people. For information call Jane at 241-9414 or Robert at 549-3965.

Teen center
Fort Bliss now has a Teen center, located in Bldg. 635 (the old thrift shop). Upgrades to the interior such as electrical repairs, sprinkler systems, fire alarms and paint were completed. The remaining upgrades to the building will be completed by Fort Bliss teens and various other youth groups. The building was turned over to them at an open house held Sept. 25. Future work will be completed on weekends and after school. The goal is to have an official grand opening in the near future, however the facility will still be open Friday and Saturday until then from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. For information call 568-5437 or 568-1211.

Microchip your pet
The Fort Bliss Veterinary Treatment Facility offers microchips for privately-owned animals to help military pet owners meet the requirements of Fort Bliss Regulation 190-4 Protection and Control of Animals. Under the regulation, microchips are required for all pets living in government housing on post. Microchips are a safe, reliable, permanent means of identification for an animal. The microchip is injected under the pet skin, like a vaccination, It is fast and as relatively painless as a vaccine. The cost of the microchip is $22. Call 568-1780 or 569-2266 for an appointment.

Taco Tuesday
The Centennial NCO Club on Biggs Airfield introduces its “all-you-can-eat” Taco Tuesday Oct. 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. The evening will feature an assortment of hard-shell and soft beef and chicken tacos, rice, beans, chips and salsa, variety of desserts and a beverage. Margaritas and import beer will also be available for purchase. Pay only $7.95 for adults and $4 for children. For information or reservations, call 562-5969.

CFC
The 2004 Combined Federal Campaign is scheduled this month with a post goal of $350,000. Campaigns are most effective when the CFC message is carried to the lowest levels and all personnel understand the true purpose of the campaign. Many charitable organizations rely on contributions to the CFC to continue the good work they do. Your help is needed now, more than ever.
Framing Bliss
Framing Bliss will be closed Monday and open Tuesday. Also, the Do-It- Yourself price will go from the hourly fee of $2 an hour to $2.50 for the use of the facility. For information call 568-5563.

BRAVO!
The United States Army Community and Family Support Center, Army Entertainment Division is pleased to announce the production for the FY05 winter tour of BRAVO! Army Theatre Touring Company. BRAVO! Is an all Soldier touring theatrical company that will tour deployment areas in Southwest Asia and the Far East bringing the finest in the theatrical arts to Soldiers and other DoD deployed servicemembers.
This winter, BRAVO! will present The Complete History of America, 600 years of history in 6,000 seconds. The production will rehearse and open at Wallace Theatre, home of the Army Soldier Show at Fort Belvoir, Va. Rehearsal will be Nov. 8 through Dec. 9. The show will open Dec. 10. Interested active duty Soldiers should submit a complete packet to: CFCS Army Entertainment Division, Attention: BRAVO! Auditions, P.O. Box 439, Fort Belvoir, Va. 22060, no later than Oct. 15.

All nominations must include the following: Name, rank, SSN, unit address, duty phone, and ETS date a video cassette (1/2 inch VHS) of performer acting, singing, and dancing skills. The following format is recommended: a prepared memorized monologue at least three minutes and one performed song from a Broadway musical is required. Copies of Personnel Qualifications, DA Forms 2A and 2-1or ERB, DA 348, last weapons qualification, within six months, last PT test, and last Common Task Training Record and any medical profiles.
Nominees must be deployable worldwide, with no deployment restrictions for reasons of health, family or legal issue. Selectees will be notified by the US Army Community and Family Support Center Army Entertainment Division (USACFSC/AED) through their respective IMA Regions, with units and installations receiving an information copy of the notification. For information or questions, contact Tim Higdon at DSN 656-3698 or (703) 806-3698, cell (703) 380-4115, or email at timothy.higdon@cfsc.army.mil or Sgt. Tobin Atkinson at DSN 656-3702 or (703) 806-3702, or email at tobin.Atkin son@cfsc.army.mil.

Halloween parties
The Fort Bliss Bowling Center will host a Halloween costume contest and party Oct. 30. Bowl for just $1 a game from 6 to 9:30 p.m. The costume contest will take place at 8:30 p.m. in the center’s lounge. Prizes will be awarded for best costumes in two divisions: a youth division for ages 12 and under and a division for individuals 13 and up. First place winners in each division will receive a bowling ball and bag. Partiers are then invited to stay for center’s state-of-the-art sound and glow-in-the-dark light show, Thunder Alley, which begins at 10 p.m. For information, call 568-6272.
The “Metro Station, a Nightclub for all Enlisted Ranks,” located in the lower level of the Centennial, will also host a Halloween costume contest and party Oct. 30. There will be no cover from 9 to 11:59 p.m., after which a $4 cover will be charged from midnight to 5 a.m. Complimentary snacks will be served through midnight. The costume contest will be held at 11 p.m. and prizes will be awarded for the best costumes. For information, call 562-5969.
The Down Under Sports Bar, located in the lower level of the Fort Bliss Officers’ Club, will also conduct a Halloween costume contest and party Oct. 30. Complimentary snacks will be served; prizes will be awarded for the best costumes. For information, call 568-7013.
Battle of the bands
The United States Army Community and Family Support Center are looking for bands to compete for the 2004 Department of the Army level finals. Each region is afforded two entries (alternates are encouraged). Competition award certificate amounts are: 1st Place - $8,000; 2nd Place - $5,000; 3rd Place - $3,000; and 4th Place - $2,000. Monetary awards are presented to the winning band’s installation entertainment, BOSS, or recreation programs. Guidelines to be considered for participation are definition, eligibility, performance, awards, and escorts. The semi-finals/finals competition will be conducted Oct. 23 at Fort Eustis, Va. Questions concerning this contest should be directed to the USAED competition director, Cordell Hall, at (703) 806,3220, DSN 656-3220.

Karaoke nights
The Fort Bliss Bowling Center hosts karaoke nights for MWR patrons and guests Thursday and Friday nights. Karaoke King takes to the stage at 7:30 and plays until 11 p.m. Thursday and 12:30 a.m. Friday in the center’s lounge.
As a reminder, all non-active duty military guests, including family members and civilians, must be at least 21 to drink alcoholic beverages.
For information, call 568-6272. The Centennial Club on Biggs Airfield hosts karaoke nights for MWR patrons and guests Friday nights from 5 to 10 p.m. For information, call 562-5969.

Stress management
Feeling stressed out or overwhelmed about responsibilities at work or at home? Do you know how to relax? Come to the Stress Management class at the Family Assistance Center and learn how to better manage your stress. This one-day class will help you understand how your personality effects how you deal with stress. We will teach you how to create a stress management plan geared specifically for your personality type. In addition, it will help you learn how to better deal with the difficult personalities of co-workers, family, and friends. Participants will also be taught several stress management techniques based on the principals of Yoga and deep breathing. The next scheduled class will be Friday at the Family Assistance Center, Bldg. 2494, on Ricker Road. For information or to sign up for the class, call Lyn Matsey at 568-1132.

Italian nights
The Fort Bliss Officers’ Club hosts an “all-you-can-eat” Family Italian Night Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. The evening features a variety of pastas and sauces, meatballs, lasagna, salad bar, assorted desserts and a beverage. Officers’ Club members pay only $8.95 for adults and $4.50 for children. Nonmembers pay a 20 percent surcharge. For information or reservations, call 568-7013.

Kids on the Block
The Kids on the Block Puppet shows are available for performances free of charge. The performances cover a variety of topics such as bicycle safety, school safety, vehicle safety, child abuse, bullying and deployments. Shows can be performed for schools, FRG events/meetings, youth groups, daycare centers and scout troops. For information contact Lyn Matsey at 568-1132, or at the Family Assistance Center located at Bldg. 2494, on Ricker Road.

Down Under football
Catch NFL Sunday at the Down Under Sports Bar, located on the lower level of the Officers’ Club. See the biggest selection of NFL games – up to 14 regular-season games – available every Sunday beginning at 11 a.m., featuring marquee match-ups and the best chance to follow your favorite national football teams.
The Down Under Sports Bar will broadcast all your favorite gridiron matches, compliments of the club’s digital satellite entertainment service, on any of the club’s five television monitors.
The bar opens at 11 a.m. offering an assortment of domestic and imported bottled and draft beers. Commemorative pewter steins are also available for purchase.
For information, call 568-7013.

Free Spanish classes
Army Community Service offers Conversational Spanish classes on Friday from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the conference room. Participants should call 568-1132 or 569-7762 to register for the class. Free childcare is provided for participants. Children must be registered at the Child Development Center and participants must book their own childcare reservations by calling 568-1132. Classes are for ID cardholder’s age 18 and older.

Toddler/infant playgroups
The Family Assistance Center conducts Toddler and Infant Playgroups on Tuesday and Thursday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. The Toddler Playgroup ranges from ages 18 1/2 months to 3 years of age at the Logan Child Development Center. The infant playgroup is offered at the Youthplex on Fort Bliss every Thursday from 10 to 11. a.m. For additional information contact Esylen Stephens at 568-1132.

English as a second language
Army Community Service offers English as a Second Language class on Monday and Wednesday. Classes are from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Participants should call 568-1132 or 569-7762 to register for the class. Free childcare will be provided for participants. Children must be registered at the Child Development Center and participants must book their own childcare reservations by calling 568-1132. Classes are for ID cardholder’s age 18 and older.

Sign language classes
Army Community Service Relocation Assistance offers free Sign Language Classes for adults (18 years of age or older) Monday and Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. at Army Community Service, Bldg. 2494. Childcare for students is free at the Child Development Center. Children must be registered at the Child Development Center and reservations must be made by the student. For information or to register for the class call 568-7088.

Pub happy hour
Join us for happy hour every Friday at 4:30 p.m. at the Pub (located at the Centennial NCO Club). Great beverage prices and free nacho bar. For information call 568-9330.

Rod and Gun Club
The Fort Bliss Rod and Gun Club is located in Bldg. 3730 off Railroad Drive and Deer on Roy Johnson Lane. The kitchen opens on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The facility offers trap, skeet, rifle, pistol, archery, black powder, and plinking ranges, a five stand sporting clays range, pro shop, snack bar (open weekends) and banquet facilities. Concealed carry classes and instruction in shotgun, rifle, and pistol reloading are also available. For information call 565-4867.

Membership benefits
An Officers’ Club membership has many benefits and the club continues to extend a cordial invitation to members of the Fort Bliss community to join. Membership is open to all Fort Bliss officers and civilian personnel GS-7 and NF-03 and above, and CSMs. Members can also take advantage of MWR discounts:
Golf: 20 percent off all services, except food & beverage, maintenance fees
Rod and Gun: 20 percent off daily range fees, all annual memberships and all pro shop purchases, excluding firearms and ammunition
Auto Crafts: $5 off a regular oil change
Stout Aerobics: 20 percent off a monthly class pass
Bowling: 20 percent off all pro shop sales and bowl three games get one free
Kelly Park: $1 off mini golf round
Paintball: 20 percent off gun rental and paintballs
RV PARK: 20 percent off monthly storage fee
Outdoor rentals: 20 percent off trailer rental
• Lower bar prices
• Lower brunch prices
• Lower Beef and Burgundy prices
To become a member, call 568-4444 or stop by MWR headquarters, Bldg. 11 on Pershing Rd.

Domestic violence presentations
Domestic violence affects military readiness and families as well. It is a fact that children who witness domestic violence at home can become an abuser themselves. Now is the time to schedule your unit’s annual domestic violence prevention and awareness brief. Additionally, feel free to schedule your FRG on the issues and concerns of family violence. To schedule your unit or FRG for a presentation, call Joe Crawford with ACS at 568-4878.

MWR discounts
Fort Bliss Soldiers E-1 through E-9 are eligible for discounts and specials through MWR services and programs.
Auto Crafts: Free brake inspection (reg. 17.50) with any regular oil change for 2-wheel drive vehicles
Stout Aerobics: 20 percent off a monthly class pass (reg. $25)
Bowling: Bowl 3 games, get one free (reg. $5.70); free game with the purchase of the Snack Bar Special (reg. $1.90), Dollar games Monday and Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (reg. $1.90).
RV Park: 20 percent off daily trailer rental (reg. $30).
Framing Bliss: $5 off Do-It-Yourself Classes (reg. $30).
Outdoor Adventures: 10 percent off any trip cost (reg. $25-$450).
In addition to these great discounts, MWR is pleased to offer E-1 through E-9 soldiers, specials at the Underwood Golf Complex and Fort Bliss Rod and Gun Club. Weekday fees at the golf complex for E-6 and below are $6; weekends are $8. For E-7-E-9, pay only $12 on weekdays and $15 on weekends. If you would rather pay a monthly fees, E-6 and below pay $30 for weekday rates and $50 for weekends. Monthly fees for E-7 through E-9 pay weekday rates of $60 and $85 for weekends. Monday and Tuesday, pay $6 green fees and $4 cart rental. Wednesday through Sunday after 2 pm, pay ? price fee and cart rate. Save even more by purchasing a green fees card.
The Rod and Gun Club offers similar specials for their services. E-6 and below pay only $4 for range fees; E-7 through E-9 pay $6. Annual memberships for E-6 and below are $30 and $60 for E-7 through E-9. Memberships include a 10 percent discount at the club’s Pro Shop and a reduced rate of $3.25 per skeet and trap rounds. The club also offers E-1 through E-9 $1 off club rental guns. Save even more by purchasing a skeet and trap rounds card. For details, call 568-6741 or stop by MWR headquarters, Bldg. 11 on Pershing Rd.

Mickelsen Library
Mickelsen Library currently hosts Read Me a Story every Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. for children 2 to 5 years of age in the children’s room of the library. The library is also presenting Family Story Time for 2 to 6 year olds, from 10:30 - 11am. Parents or guardians must stay with their child through the duration of story-time, which will last about 30 minutes. Each week will feature a new theme, and story readings will include some movement, singing or crafts. Mickelsen Library is located in the E wing, lower level of Hinman Hall, Bldg. 2. For information, call 568-6156.

CDS Saturday openings
The Child Development Center provides special hours of operation Saturday at its main location in Bldg. 1730 on Haan Rd. Hours are 1 p.m. to 12 a.m. Cost for payday weekend care is $2.50 per hour; $2 for Tier I. Children, ages 2 months to 12 years, are eligible for the care. For information, call 568-5689.
Global address change
The CG’s information on the global address list has changed. If you have his information in your outlook contact list, delete the old entry and add the current one from the global address list. For information call the Help Desk, DOIM at 568-doim.

Lake Lucero tour
A ranger-guided trip to White Sands National Monument’s Lake Lucero, the source of the white sands, is scheduled for Oct. 30. Reservations are required and can be obtained by calling monument headquarters at (505) 679-2599 or 479-6124, Extension 236. A charge of $3 per person ages 17 and older, $1.50 for children and to holders of the Golden Age Pass. Golden Eagle Passports and White Sands Annual Pass do not apply for this special tour.
The trips will begin at 9 a.m. at the Small Missile Range Gate intersection with U.S. Highway 70, 25 miles west of White Sands National Monument headquarters, between mileposts 174 and 175. The tour will return to the Small Missile Range Gate around noon.
Participants will drive their own vehicles 17 miles over paved roads across the White Sands Missile Range to the Lake Lucero trailhead, then hike 3/4 mile to the lake.
All vehicles should have a spare tire and sufficient gasoline for the 34-mile round trip to the Lake Lucero trailhead. Each person should have sufficient drinking water, a snack if desired, sunglasses, sunscreen, stout walking shoes, and suitable dress for the weather. Photo identification is required for all adults participating on this tour.

Retiree Appreciation Day
The 2004 Fort Bliss Retiree Appreciation Day will be Oct. 23. Kick-off time is 9 a.m. at the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy located on Biggs Army Airfield.
All military retirees, their dependents, and military widows are encouraged to attend this special event. For information call 594-0444, or e-mail GorgasELP@ aol.com.

USMC Birthday Ball
The United States Marine Corps El Paso area reserve will celebrate its 229th birthday Nov. 5 with a ball at the El Paso Marriott from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets are available at the Marine Reserve Center, 4810 Pollard St. Tickets are $35 per person, which includes dinner and dancing. For information call 566-8697.

Compliance training
Environmental compliance training will be held in Bldg. 622 the following dates;
Oct. 19 - 20; Nov. 23 - 24; Dec. 14 - 15 (subject to holiday schedules); Jan. 25 - 26; Feb. 22 - 23; March 22 - 23; April 19 - 20; May; 24 - 25; June 21- 22; July 19 - 20; Aug. 23- 24; Sept. 20 and 21.
Daily training schedule will be: day 1 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Day 2 9 a.m. to noon.
There will be an exam at end of the course; with a passing grade a certificate will be awarded.
For information, call 568-6999.

Voting update
El Paso County Department of Elections will not have a mobile voting site at the Fort Bliss Federal Credit Union, Oct. 28. Mobile Voting will still be available at the AT&T Bldg., 12 Founders Blvd., Oct. 20, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. To get to the Mobile Voting site at AT&T, 12 Founders Street from Fort Bliss exit Fort Bliss on Cassidy Road (East) at Remagan Gate; turn left onto Airport Road; at the next stop light turn right onto Founders.



www.bliss.army.mil	Published for the Fort Bliss/El Paso, Texas Community	October 14, 2004

<map name="boxmap-b4"> <area shape="rect" coords="0, 589, 120, 600" href="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm/privacy-policy.html?o=1" > <area coords="0,0,10000,10000" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/redirect?tag=&creative=92501&camp=8117&link_code=dl1&path=subst/misc/amazon-cobrand-cc/v3/marketing-from-associates-step1.html/ref%3Db1_assoc_29" > </map>	Community Solid waste collection Housing residents should use only the wheeled plastic (polycarts) containers issued with their quarters. The refuse contractor will also pick up plastic lawn/trash bags. However, do not place anything next to or in the area of the polycart container that you do not want to be disposed of — to include personal waste baskets, kitchen trash cans, recycle bins, etc. Large amounts of cardboard boxes will not be picked up; disposal should be coordinated through the Recycle Center, 568-1537. Tree limbs and brush must be less than five feet in length and bundled. Disposal of large items, such as furniture, appliances, should be coordinated through O. Perales, 568-3294. This does not apply to 801 North Hills Senior NCO Housing. Also, do not dispose of household hazardous waste with your refuse. Contact DOE, 568-5742 or the HAZMART, 568-0317 for information on hazardous material disposal. Found property The following items have been found and turned in: miscellaneous wallets, miscellaneous checkbooks, eyeglasses keys and sets of keys, a mountain bicycle, a PS2 video game, miscellaneous cellular phones, a black bag of clothesand a black briefcase. The Provost Marshal Office, Found Property Section will hold these items to be claimed for 45 days. For information call 568-5551. Red Cross training Babysitting training will be held Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3620 Admiral St. and Nov. 13, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fort Bliss office. There are no charges for the classes, but participants must register. Volunteer orientation will be held Nov. 2, from 9 to 11 a.m. Call 592-0208 for information or to register for the classes and orientation. Veterans Day gala The Veterans Day Gala that will take place at the Fort Bliss Museum and Study Center, Bldg. 1735, Nov. 4. This is a celebration to honor and recognize veterans from World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and Desert Storm. There will be an auction, plus prizes will be raffled before and during the event. For information, contact Edith Fanning at 568-2711. 801 Housing thefts We have received a few e-mails from residents in the 801 Housing Area about a rash of thefts from cars in their neighborhood. We have contacted the El Paso Police Department and confirmed that there has been a rise in theft in that area. The EPPD representative said that the national stastics show that violent crime is decreasing, while theft is on a rise. The EPPD is increasing patrols in the neighborhood to help combat the break-ins. If someone suspicious is seen in a neighborhood, don’t hesitate to call the local police station to investigate. The EPPD representative advises individuals to install lighting to illuminate property neighborhoods to form neighborhood watch programs to help watch for suspicious activity. Always remove items from your car and secure it to prevent thieves from breaking in. Items left in a vehicle are a temptation for vandalism and theft. BNCOC graduation The commandant, United States Army Noncommissioned Officers Academy, cordially invites you to attend the Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course graduation ceremony of Class 06-04, today at 1:30 p.m. at Soldier Hall. To RSVP, call or e-mail Sgt. 1st Class Christopher J. Copeland at copelandc@bliss.army.mil, DSN 978-2440 or 568-2440 NCO concert The 62nd Army Band will present a noncommissioned officer led concert Oct. 29, 7 p.m., at Soldier Hall, Bldg. 2. Admission is free and open to the public. The concert will feature various concert band arrangements, marches and featured soloists under the conducting batons of selected band NCO’s. Questions about the concert may be directed to the Fort Bliss Public Affairs Office, 568-6056 or the 62nd Army Band, 568-2263 or 568-7001. Thanksgiving assistance Army Community Service is again sponsoring a Thanksgiving voucher program, which allows eligible Soldiers, retirees and their families to purchase food items at the Commissary to supplement their holiday meal. Nominations are considered on a case-by-case basis, with no rank restrictions. Soldiers with large families, recent loss of employment by the spouse and referrals by unit family readiness group leaders for families of deployed Soldiers are among the considerations. To be eligible, the following criteria must be met: • The first sergeant or commander must nominate the Soldier by completing and signing the nomination memorandum. Retirees may self-nominate by delivering the completed form to ACS. • The Soldier or retiree must be experiencing financial hardship. For information, call Joseph Hess at 568-7088. Job fair The Association of the U.S. Army and the Army Career and Alumni Association are sponsoring a Job Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 21, at the Centennial Club. For information, call Randy Stovall at 568-7165. Holiday bazaar The Fort Bliss NCO Wives Club Holiday Bazaar is being held Nov. 6, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Nov. 7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Stout Gym, corner of Cassidy Road and Airport. Admission will be $1 for adults 18 and over and free for children. The Holiday Bazaar will have food vendors and more than 100 craft vendors. The public is cordially invited and the gate will be open to the public. Redesignation ceremony The Fort Bliss Resident Agency, will be redesignated as the 76th MP Det. There will be a redesignation ceremony at 10 a.m., Friday at Smith-Bliss Field. For information, call 568-1360, 568-1700, 568-7981 or 568-1700. Customer evaluation Go to http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa =site&site_id=435 and share your comments about Fort Bliss Customer Services with the Senior Leadership. FCC hours of operation Central Registration and FCC has moved to the ITR bldg. 1743 on Victory Ave. Hours of operation for Central Registration are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Hours of FCC are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Outdoor Adventures hours of operation is 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Fort Bliss Information, Ticketing and Registration Office is open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, closing for lunch from 1 to 2 p.m., and closed Saturday and Sunday. ITR is the on-post discount ticket outlet for many area attractions such at Western Playland and Wet ‘n’ Wild, as well as regional and national destinations including Disney World, Disneyland, Sea World, Six Flags and Fiesta Texas. ITR also offers hotel discounts and travel information. For information, call 568-7506 or stop by the ITR office in Bldg. 1743 on Victory Ave. Leave program Jason Phillips, WBAMC Outpatient Pharmacy, has been approved as a leave recipient under the Leave Transfer Program. Employees wanting to donate annual leave to Phillips may do so by submitting OF Form 630-A to Gudrun Weber, CPAC, 568-7077. Brass bartending Brass Bartending will resume at the Officers’ Club Friday. The U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy will be in the Down Under with Col. John E. Seward and Command Sgt. Major James E. Dale bartending. The promotion will continue through December, with all tips contributed to the appropriate unit fund. For information call 568-3415. Host a Soldier Every year hundreds of Soldiers in Advanced Individual Training at Fort Bliss spend Thanksgiving Day far from home and family. For more than 30 years, what would have been an uneventful day became a very special holiday, thanks to many El Paso area families. The Thanksgiving Adopt-A-Soldier program matches Soldiers with civilian and military families Thanksgiving Day. Nov. 25, 1st Bn., 56th ADA Regt. invites El Paso families to share their homes and the Thanksgiving holiday with a Soldier. Interested families should contact Spc. Mara Bequis at the battalion S-3 office at 568-4256 during working hours. Please call no later than Nov. 17. The Thanksgiving Home Visitation program will begin at 9 a.m. Nov. 25 at Stout Gymnasium, Bldg. 2930. Host families are invited to join us for a brief opening ceremony. Following the ceremony, families will be introduced to their Soldiers for the day. Thanksgiving Day is one of those special days of the year spent sharing a meal with family and friends. Thanks to the warmth and generosity of so many El Paso families, Fort Bliss' Soldiers in training will be able to say that 2004’s Thanksgiving Day was an extra special one for them. Fall into Christmas Come to the Country Junction’s Fall into Christmas special holiday event where handcrafted treasures, heirlooms and keepsakes will be sold. There will be doorprizes and refreshments. This event will be held Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Oct. 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We are located at 1735 Marshall Road, next to the museum. Call us at 562-SHOP for more information. Education meeting The Texas Education Agency and Education Service Center - Region 19 will host a public meeting Oct. 27, from 4 to 7 p.m. at 6611 Boeing to gather information on special education issues. Although reservations are not required, they are strongly encouraged so that adequate facilities for the event are provided. Call 780-6506 or register on-line at www.tea.state.tx.us/special.ed/tcip/rsvp.html. Outdoor Adventures Fort Bliss Outdoor Adventures is pleased to inform you of some of its upcoming outdoor adventures. Gila Cliff Dwellings and Cat Walk Hike: Saturday, price is $12, which includes bus transportation, admissions and lunch. Carlsbad Caverns King Palace Tour: Oct 23, price is $35, which includes transportation, admission to Carlsbad Caverns, guided tour of the Kings Palace, tickets for Christmas on the Pecos River tour, and lunch. Individuals should bring warm clothes, camera and good walking shoes or hiking boots. For information or to sign up for the trips, call Kirsten, 568-2784. 2005 Soldier Show Nominations for performer and technician positions in the 2005 Army Soldier Show are being accepted for vocalists, dancers, musicians, specialty acts, lighting, audio, video, costume and stage technicians. Preference in selection is given to performers showing versatility in musical style and experience. Preference is given to technicians having experience and possessing a variety of skills. Technicians with past leadership and building experience, and mechanical or electrical aptitude will also be considered for positions such as stage manager, etc. Nominations should be received no later than Nov. 30. and sent to U.S. Army Soldier Show, Attn: 2005 Selection Committee, PO Box 439, Fort Belvoir, Va. 22060. All nominations must include the following: Name, rank, social security number, unit address, duty phone, email address, and area(s) of specialty for performer (singer, dancer, etc.) or area(s) of specialty for technician (lighting, audio, carpentry, electrical work, etc.), official Department of the Army photo and a copy of enlisted or officer record brief. For performer nominees, submit a 1/2 inch VHS or DVD showing musical styles, vocal range and special talents, with emphasis on musical variety. The following format is recommended: a spoken introduction, a minimum of two songs of contrasting styles, and a segment devoted to additional talents such as dance or instrumental performance. Musicians can also include an audio recording. For technician nominees, a technical experience resume including experience in sound, lighting, construction, carpentry and stage management must be submitted. Performers may include technical expertise in their resumes. All nominees must have a minimum of 90 days time in service remaining after completion of tour. Nominees must meet height/weight standards in accordance with AR 600-9. A copy of the most recent record Army Physical Fitness Test must be provided. Profiles will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Nominees must be deployable worldwide as the Army Soldier Show will tour overseas areas. Video auditions and technical review will take place mid-January and finalists will be notified by the U.S. Army Community and Family Support Center Army Entertainment Division through their respective regional headquarters, with units and installations receiving an information copy of the notification. Artistic inquiries may be sent to Victor. Hurtado@cfsc.army.mil, and military questions may be addressed to 1st Sgt. Stanley Randolph at DSN 656-4937 or (703) 806-4937. Swimming lessons The Replica Aquatic Center is accepting registrations for its upcoming November swim classes. All classes last 45 minutes. Monday/Wednesday lessons include: Preschool (class size 6) 3 p.m.; Level 1-2 (class size 6), 4 p.m.; Level 3-4 (class size 6), 5 p.m. and Level 5-6 (class size 6), 6 p.m. Saturday/Sunday lessons include: Adults (class size 6), 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Level 3-4 (class size 6), 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Level 5-6 (class size 6), noon and 3 p.m.; Level 1-2 (class size 6), 1 and 4 p.m. The cost is $25 per 8-lesson and students must pay when registering. For information or to register, call 568-7431. Freestyle stroke clinic Replica Aquatic Center will hold a Freestyle Stroke Clinic for Adults from 8 a.m. to noon, Oct. 30. Fort Bliss Barracuda Swim Team Head Coach, Wright Stanton, III, will teach the clinic. Please bring a VHS tape, food and drinks. The fee for the clinic is $20 and will be limited to 20 people. For information call Jane at 241-9414 or Robert at 549-3965. Teen center Fort Bliss now has a Teen center, located in Bldg. 635 (the old thrift shop). Upgrades to the interior such as electrical repairs, sprinkler systems, fire alarms and paint were completed. The remaining upgrades to the building will be completed by Fort Bliss teens and various other youth groups. The building was turned over to them at an open house held Sept. 25. Future work will be completed on weekends and after school. The goal is to have an official grand opening in the near future, however the facility will still be open Friday and Saturday until then from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. For information call 568-5437 or 568-1211. Microchip your pet The Fort Bliss Veterinary Treatment Facility offers microchips for privately-owned animals to help military pet owners meet the requirements of Fort Bliss Regulation 190-4 Protection and Control of Animals. Under the regulation, microchips are required for all pets living in government housing on post. Microchips are a safe, reliable, permanent means of identification for an animal. The microchip is injected under the pet skin, like a vaccination, It is fast and as relatively painless as a vaccine. The cost of the microchip is $22. Call 568-1780 or 569-2266 for an appointment. Taco Tuesday The Centennial NCO Club on Biggs Airfield introduces its “all-you-can-eat” Taco Tuesday Oct. 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. The evening will feature an assortment of hard-shell and soft beef and chicken tacos, rice, beans, chips and salsa, variety of desserts and a beverage. Margaritas and import beer will also be available for purchase. Pay only $7.95 for adults and $4 for children. For information or reservations, call 562-5969. CFC The 2004 Combined Federal Campaign is scheduled this month with a post goal of $350,000. Campaigns are most effective when the CFC message is carried to the lowest levels and all personnel understand the true purpose of the campaign. Many charitable organizations rely on contributions to the CFC to continue the good work they do. Your help is needed now, more than ever. Framing Bliss Framing Bliss will be closed Monday and open Tuesday. Also, the Do-It- Yourself price will go from the hourly fee of $2 an hour to $2.50 for the use of the facility. For information call 568-5563. BRAVO! The United States Army Community and Family Support Center, Army Entertainment Division is pleased to announce the production for the FY05 winter tour of BRAVO! Army Theatre Touring Company. BRAVO! Is an all Soldier touring theatrical company that will tour deployment areas in Southwest Asia and the Far East bringing the finest in the theatrical arts to Soldiers and other DoD deployed servicemembers. This winter, BRAVO! will present The Complete History of America, 600 years of history in 6,000 seconds. The production will rehearse and open at Wallace Theatre, home of the Army Soldier Show at Fort Belvoir, Va. Rehearsal will be Nov. 8 through Dec. 9. The show will open Dec. 10. Interested active duty Soldiers should submit a complete packet to: CFCS Army Entertainment Division, Attention: BRAVO! Auditions, P.O. Box 439, Fort Belvoir, Va. 22060, no later than Oct. 15. All nominations must include the following: Name, rank, SSN, unit address, duty phone, and ETS date a video cassette (1/2 inch VHS) of performer acting, singing, and dancing skills. The following format is recommended: a prepared memorized monologue at least three minutes and one performed song from a Broadway musical is required. Copies of Personnel Qualifications, DA Forms 2A and 2-1or ERB, DA 348, last weapons qualification, within six months, last PT test, and last Common Task Training Record and any medical profiles. Nominees must be deployable worldwide, with no deployment restrictions for reasons of health, family or legal issue. Selectees will be notified by the US Army Community and Family Support Center Army Entertainment Division (USACFSC/AED) through their respective IMA Regions, with units and installations receiving an information copy of the notification. For information or questions, contact Tim Higdon at DSN 656-3698 or (703) 806-3698, cell (703) 380-4115, or email at timothy.higdon@cfsc.army.mil or Sgt. Tobin Atkinson at DSN 656-3702 or (703) 806-3702, or email at tobin.Atkin son@cfsc.army.mil. Halloween parties The Fort Bliss Bowling Center will host a Halloween costume contest and party Oct. 30. Bowl for just $1 a game from 6 to 9:30 p.m. The costume contest will take place at 8:30 p.m. in the center’s lounge. Prizes will be awarded for best costumes in two divisions: a youth division for ages 12 and under and a division for individuals 13 and up. First place winners in each division will receive a bowling ball and bag. Partiers are then invited to stay for center’s state-of-the-art sound and glow-in-the-dark light show, Thunder Alley, which begins at 10 p.m. For information, call 568-6272. The “Metro Station, a Nightclub for all Enlisted Ranks,” located in the lower level of the Centennial, will also host a Halloween costume contest and party Oct. 30. There will be no cover from 9 to 11:59 p.m., after which a $4 cover will be charged from midnight to 5 a.m. Complimentary snacks will be served through midnight. The costume contest will be held at 11 p.m. and prizes will be awarded for the best costumes. For information, call 562-5969. The Down Under Sports Bar, located in the lower level of the Fort Bliss Officers’ Club, will also conduct a Halloween costume contest and party Oct. 30. Complimentary snacks will be served; prizes will be awarded for the best costumes. For information, call 568-7013. Battle of the bands The United States Army Community and Family Support Center are looking for bands to compete for the 2004 Department of the Army level finals. Each region is afforded two entries (alternates are encouraged). Competition award certificate amounts are: 1st Place - $8,000; 2nd Place - $5,000; 3rd Place - $3,000; and 4th Place - $2,000. Monetary awards are presented to the winning band’s installation entertainment, BOSS, or recreation programs. Guidelines to be considered for participation are definition, eligibility, performance, awards, and escorts. The semi-finals/finals competition will be conducted Oct. 23 at Fort Eustis, Va. Questions concerning this contest should be directed to the USAED competition director, Cordell Hall, at (703) 806,3220, DSN 656-3220. Karaoke nights The Fort Bliss Bowling Center hosts karaoke nights for MWR patrons and guests Thursday and Friday nights. Karaoke King takes to the stage at 7:30 and plays until 11 p.m. Thursday and 12:30 a.m. Friday in the center’s lounge. As a reminder, all non-active duty military guests, including family members and civilians, must be at least 21 to drink alcoholic beverages. For information, call 568-6272. The Centennial Club on Biggs Airfield hosts karaoke nights for MWR patrons and guests Friday nights from 5 to 10 p.m. For information, call 562-5969. Stress management Feeling stressed out or overwhelmed about responsibilities at work or at home? Do you know how to relax? Come to the Stress Management class at the Family Assistance Center and learn how to better manage your stress. This one-day class will help you understand how your personality effects how you deal with stress. We will teach you how to create a stress management plan geared specifically for your personality type. In addition, it will help you learn how to better deal with the difficult personalities of co-workers, family, and friends. Participants will also be taught several stress management techniques based on the principals of Yoga and deep breathing. The next scheduled class will be Friday at the Family Assistance Center, Bldg. 2494, on Ricker Road. For information or to sign up for the class, call Lyn Matsey at 568-1132. Italian nights The Fort Bliss Officers’ Club hosts an “all-you-can-eat” Family Italian Night Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. The evening features a variety of pastas and sauces, meatballs, lasagna, salad bar, assorted desserts and a beverage. Officers’ Club members pay only $8.95 for adults and $4.50 for children. Nonmembers pay a 20 percent surcharge. For information or reservations, call 568-7013. Kids on the Block The Kids on the Block Puppet shows are available for performances free of charge. The performances cover a variety of topics such as bicycle safety, school safety, vehicle safety, child abuse, bullying and deployments. Shows can be performed for schools, FRG events/meetings, youth groups, daycare centers and scout troops. For information contact Lyn Matsey at 568-1132, or at the Family Assistance Center located at Bldg. 2494, on Ricker Road. Down Under football Catch NFL Sunday at the Down Under Sports Bar, located on the lower level of the Officers’ Club. See the biggest selection of NFL games – up to 14 regular-season games – available every Sunday beginning at 11 a.m., featuring marquee match-ups and the best chance to follow your favorite national football teams. The Down Under Sports Bar will broadcast all your favorite gridiron matches, compliments of the club’s digital satellite entertainment service, on any of the club’s five television monitors. The bar opens at 11 a.m. offering an assortment of domestic and imported bottled and draft beers. Commemorative pewter steins are also available for purchase. For information, call 568-7013. Free Spanish classes Army Community Service offers Conversational Spanish classes on Friday from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the conference room. Participants should call 568-1132 or 569-7762 to register for the class. Free childcare is provided for participants. Children must be registered at the Child Development Center and participants must book their own childcare reservations by calling 568-1132. Classes are for ID cardholder’s age 18 and older. Toddler/infant playgroups The Family Assistance Center conducts Toddler and Infant Playgroups on Tuesday and Thursday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. The Toddler Playgroup ranges from ages 18 1/2 months to 3 years of age at the Logan Child Development Center. The infant playgroup is offered at the Youthplex on Fort Bliss every Thursday from 10 to 11. a.m. For additional information contact Esylen Stephens at 568-1132. English as a second language Army Community Service offers English as a Second Language class on Monday and Wednesday. Classes are from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Participants should call 568-1132 or 569-7762 to register for the class. Free childcare will be provided for participants. Children must be registered at the Child Development Center and participants must book their own childcare reservations by calling 568-1132. Classes are for ID cardholder’s age 18 and older. Sign language classes Army Community Service Relocation Assistance offers free Sign Language Classes for adults (18 years of age or older) Monday and Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. at Army Community Service, Bldg. 2494. Childcare for students is free at the Child Development Center. Children must be registered at the Child Development Center and reservations must be made by the student. For information or to register for the class call 568-7088. Pub happy hour Join us for happy hour every Friday at 4:30 p.m. at the Pub (located at the Centennial NCO Club). Great beverage prices and free nacho bar. For information call 568-9330. Rod and Gun Club The Fort Bliss Rod and Gun Club is located in Bldg. 3730 off Railroad Drive and Deer on Roy Johnson Lane. The kitchen opens on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The facility offers trap, skeet, rifle, pistol, archery, black powder, and plinking ranges, a five stand sporting clays range, pro shop, snack bar (open weekends) and banquet facilities. Concealed carry classes and instruction in shotgun, rifle, and pistol reloading are also available. For information call 565-4867. Membership benefits An Officers’ Club membership has many benefits and the club continues to extend a cordial invitation to members of the Fort Bliss community to join. Membership is open to all Fort Bliss officers and civilian personnel GS-7 and NF-03 and above, and CSMs. Members can also take advantage of MWR discounts: Golf: 20 percent off all services, except food & beverage, maintenance fees Rod and Gun: 20 percent off daily range fees, all annual memberships and all pro shop purchases, excluding firearms and ammunition Auto Crafts: $5 off a regular oil change Stout Aerobics: 20 percent off a monthly class pass Bowling: 20 percent off all pro shop sales and bowl three games get one free Kelly Park: $1 off mini golf round Paintball: 20 percent off gun rental and paintballs RV PARK: 20 percent off monthly storage fee Outdoor rentals: 20 percent off trailer rental • Lower bar prices • Lower brunch prices • Lower Beef and Burgundy prices To become a member, call 568-4444 or stop by MWR headquarters, Bldg. 11 on Pershing Rd. Domestic violence presentations Domestic violence affects military readiness and families as well. It is a fact that children who witness domestic violence at home can become an abuser themselves. Now is the time to schedule your unit’s annual domestic violence prevention and awareness brief. Additionally, feel free to schedule your FRG on the issues and concerns of family violence. To schedule your unit or FRG for a presentation, call Joe Crawford with ACS at 568-4878. MWR discounts Fort Bliss Soldiers E-1 through E-9 are eligible for discounts and specials through MWR services and programs. Auto Crafts: Free brake inspection (reg. 17.50) with any regular oil change for 2-wheel drive vehicles Stout Aerobics: 20 percent off a monthly class pass (reg. $25) Bowling: Bowl 3 games, get one free (reg. $5.70); free game with the purchase of the Snack Bar Special (reg. $1.90), Dollar games Monday and Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (reg. $1.90). RV Park: 20 percent off daily trailer rental (reg. $30). Framing Bliss: $5 off Do-It-Yourself Classes (reg. $30). Outdoor Adventures: 10 percent off any trip cost (reg. $25-$450). In addition to these great discounts, MWR is pleased to offer E-1 through E-9 soldiers, specials at the Underwood Golf Complex and Fort Bliss Rod and Gun Club. Weekday fees at the golf complex for E-6 and below are $6; weekends are $8. For E-7-E-9, pay only $12 on weekdays and $15 on weekends. If you would rather pay a monthly fees, E-6 and below pay $30 for weekday rates and $50 for weekends. Monthly fees for E-7 through E-9 pay weekday rates of $60 and $85 for weekends. Monday and Tuesday, pay $6 green fees and $4 cart rental. Wednesday through Sunday after 2 pm, pay ? price fee and cart rate. Save even more by purchasing a green fees card. The Rod and Gun Club offers similar specials for their services. E-6 and below pay only $4 for range fees; E-7 through E-9 pay $6. Annual memberships for E-6 and below are $30 and $60 for E-7 through E-9. Memberships include a 10 percent discount at the club’s Pro Shop and a reduced rate of $3.25 per skeet and trap rounds. The club also offers E-1 through E-9 $1 off club rental guns. Save even more by purchasing a skeet and trap rounds card. For details, call 568-6741 or stop by MWR headquarters, Bldg. 11 on Pershing Rd. Mickelsen Library Mickelsen Library currently hosts Read Me a Story every Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. for children 2 to 5 years of age in the children’s room of the library. The library is also presenting Family Story Time for 2 to 6 year olds, from 10:30 - 11am. Parents or guardians must stay with their child through the duration of story-time, which will last about 30 minutes. Each week will feature a new theme, and story readings will include some movement, singing or crafts. Mickelsen Library is located in the E wing, lower level of Hinman Hall, Bldg. 2. For information, call 568-6156. CDS Saturday openings The Child Development Center provides special hours of operation Saturday at its main location in Bldg. 1730 on Haan Rd. Hours are 1 p.m. to 12 a.m. Cost for payday weekend care is $2.50 per hour; $2 for Tier I. Children, ages 2 months to 12 years, are eligible for the care. For information, call 568-5689. Global address change The CG’s information on the global address list has changed. If you have his information in your outlook contact list, delete the old entry and add the current one from the global address list. For information call the Help Desk, DOIM at 568-doim. Lake Lucero tour A ranger-guided trip to White Sands National Monument’s Lake Lucero, the source of the white sands, is scheduled for Oct. 30. Reservations are required and can be obtained by calling monument headquarters at (505) 679-2599 or 479-6124, Extension 236. A charge of $3 per person ages 17 and older, $1.50 for children and to holders of the Golden Age Pass. Golden Eagle Passports and White Sands Annual Pass do not apply for this special tour. The trips will begin at 9 a.m. at the Small Missile Range Gate intersection with U.S. Highway 70, 25 miles west of White Sands National Monument headquarters, between mileposts 174 and 175. The tour will return to the Small Missile Range Gate around noon. Participants will drive their own vehicles 17 miles over paved roads across the White Sands Missile Range to the Lake Lucero trailhead, then hike 3/4 mile to the lake. All vehicles should have a spare tire and sufficient gasoline for the 34-mile round trip to the Lake Lucero trailhead. Each person should have sufficient drinking water, a snack if desired, sunglasses, sunscreen, stout walking shoes, and suitable dress for the weather. Photo identification is required for all adults participating on this tour. Retiree Appreciation Day The 2004 Fort Bliss Retiree Appreciation Day will be Oct. 23. Kick-off time is 9 a.m. at the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy located on Biggs Army Airfield. All military retirees, their dependents, and military widows are encouraged to attend this special event. For information call 594-0444, or e-mail GorgasELP@ aol.com. USMC Birthday Ball The United States Marine Corps El Paso area reserve will celebrate its 229th birthday Nov. 5 with a ball at the El Paso Marriott from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets are available at the Marine Reserve Center, 4810 Pollard St. Tickets are $35 per person, which includes dinner and dancing. For information call 566-8697. Compliance training Environmental compliance training will be held in Bldg. 622 the following dates; Oct. 19 - 20; Nov. 23 - 24; Dec. 14 - 15 (subject to holiday schedules); Jan. 25 - 26; Feb. 22 - 23; March 22 - 23; April 19 - 20; May; 24 - 25; June 21- 22; July 19 - 20; Aug. 23- 24; Sept. 20 and 21. Daily training schedule will be: day 1 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Day 2 9 a.m. to noon. There will be an exam at end of the course; with a passing grade a certificate will be awarded. For information, call 568-6999. Voting update El Paso County Department of Elections will not have a mobile voting site at the Fort Bliss Federal Credit Union, Oct. 28. Mobile Voting will still be available at the AT&T Bldg., 12 Founders Blvd., Oct. 20, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. To get to the Mobile Voting site at AT&T, 12 Founders Street from Fort Bliss exit Fort Bliss on Cassidy Road (East) at Remagan Gate; turn left onto Airport Road; at the next stop light turn right onto Founders.