Belvoir Buzz Magazine - Winter 2011

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Careers and Employment Opportunities at Fort Belvoir!

NAF Human Resources Offi ce5800 Putnam Road, Bldg. 320

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm M–F(703)704-4872(703)704-3032

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NAF job openings are posted at the NAF HR Offi ce—on a large bulletin board to your immediate left when entering the

building. They are also posted online:www.cpol.army.mil

Ever think of starting a career or working here at Belvoir?

Take a look at what’s available!

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Open Continuous NAF Positions:Child and Youth Program Assistant

Clerk/Administrative Assistant Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor/Recreation Aide

Laborer/Custodial Worker Food Service Worker/Waiter/Cook/Bartender

* Specialty Positions in All Fields are Posted Online *

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Directorate of Family andMorale, Welfare and Recreation

Director, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation William F. ParsonsNAF Resources Manager Kim MillsMarketing Director Debra TaylorSponsorship and Advertising Coordinator Robyn MartinWeb Developer Michael Synclare Marketing Specialist, Cover Design Mary HorningMarketing Specialist, Graphics and Layout Molly Baker

The Belvoir Buzz, a free publication, is published four times a year with 7,000 copies distributed around Fort Belvoir and in MWR facilities. All program dates, times and fees printed in The Belvoir Buzz are subject to change without notice. Advertisements in The Belvoir Buzz do not constitute DoD, Army, or Federal Government endorsement of the advertiser. The Belvoir Buzz is also available online at www.belvoirmwr.com.

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Clubs...............................................................................5 Officers’ ClubChild, Youth & School Services.......................................6 School Liaison Office SKIESUnlimited Youth Services Youth Sports and FitnessArmy Community Service...............................................16 Survivor Outreach Survices (SOS) Employment Readiness Program (ERP) Army Family Team Building (AFTB) Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Financial Readiness Program (FRP) Mobilization/Deployment/Family Readiness (MOB/DEP/FR) Relocation Readiness ProgramRecreation......................................................................25 Arts and Crafts and Automotive Shop Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) Bowling Center Community Center/Leisure and Travel Services Fitness Centers Golf Outdoor Recreation Pools Van Noy LibraryHours of Operation/Contact Numbers...........................38

MWR Quarterly Leisure Guide to Fort BelvoirJanuary~February~March 2011, VOL. 09 / No. 1

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The Fort Belvoir Officers’ Club is an elegant building with breathtaking views of the Potomac River, but there is so much more to enjoy than just the beautiful scenery! Visit www.belvoirmwr.com to find a full list of benefits and a membership application. Membership is open to all Officers and DoD civilians equivalent to GS–7 and NF–3 and above.

A Dinner Show with Maverick Productions / January 14 / 6 pmAdam & Eve Dairies—A Warm and Wonderful Comedy. Dinner is from 6–9 pm and the show begins at 7:30 pm. For more informa-tion, please call 703.780.0930 ext 600. Event subject to change based on talent availability.

Dinner while Laughing Out Loud / March 25 / 6 pmEnjoy dinner while listening to an up-and-coming comedian. Din-ner is from 6–9 pm and the show begins at 7:30 pm. For more information, please call 703.780.0930 ext 600. Event subject to change based on talent availability.

Bridal Fair / February 26 / 11 am–2 pmAttention all brides! We bring together over 50 vendors to give you ideas and help with yout wedding planning. Vendors include DJs, linens, cakes, bands, photographers, videographers, jewelry, make-up, gowns, tuxedo’s travel and more. If you are a bride-to-be, this is the place to be! For more information please call Tracey Capelety at 703.780.0930 ext. 608.

Love on the Potomac / February 14 / 6 pm Have a special Valentine’s Day dinner with your loved one at the Of-ficers’ Club. Your gourmet meal costs $80 per couple and includes a glass of wine with dinner and entertainment in the Mount Vernon Room, overlooking the Potomac. This dinner is by reservation only; reservations begin January 10; please call 703.780.0930 ext. 600.

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The Fort Belvoir Officers’ Club is an elegant building with breathtaking views of the Potomac River, but there is so much more to enjoy than just the beautiful scenery! Visit www.belvoirmwr.com to find a full list of benefits and a membership application. Membership is open to all Officers and DoD civilians equivalent to GS–7 and NF–3 and above.

Dinner while Laughing Out Loud / March 25 / 6 pmEnjoy dinner while listening to an up-and-coming comedian. Din-ner is from 6–9 pm and the show begins at 7:30 pm. For more information, please call 703.780.0930 ext 600. Event subject to change based on talent availability.

Bridal Fair / February 26 / 11 am–2 pmAttention all brides! We bring together over 50 vendors to give you ideas and help with yout wedding planning. Vendors include DJs, linens, cakes, bands, photographers, videographers, jewelry, make-up, gowns, tuxedo’s travel and more. If you are a bride-to-be, this is the place to be! For more information please call Tracey Capelety at 703.780.0930 ext. 608.

Love on the Potomac / February 14 / 6 pm Have a special Valentine’s Day dinner with your loved one at the Of-ficers’ Club. Your gourmet meal costs $80 per couple and includes a glass of wine with dinner and entertainment in the Mount Vernon Room, overlooking the Potomac. This dinner is by reservation only; reservations begin January 10; please call 703.780.0930 ext. 600.

Taste of Belvoir / March 11 This is an event you do not want to miss! For more information and reservations, please call 703.780.0930 ext. 600.

Fort Belvoir Officers’ Club Building 20, 5500 Schulz Circle Telephone: 703.780.0930 Reservations: Ext. 600

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The CYSS goal is to assist each child by promoting his/her intellectual growth, physical ability, and social skills.

Under the regulatory guidance of AR 608-10, CYSS programs are offered as a supplement to the family, not as a substitute. Therefore, they seek the fam-ily’s involvement and welcome questions and com-ments.CYSS offers various programs to support children and families with child care, recreation, social-ization, and child development for children ages

4 weeks–19 years. The Child Development Centers (CDCs) offer full day and hourly child care programs

for ages 6 weeks–5 years old. School Age Center (SAC) offers a variety of care, to include part day preschool and

full day, hourly, and before and after school care for school age children. The Family Child Care (FCC) program offers full day, hourly, before and after school, and extended hours care for ages 6 weeks–12 years old. The Youth Services (YS) program offers an after-school middle school program, open recreation, health, fit-ness, and social opportunities for 6th grade and up, free of charge.

Child Development Centers (CDC’s)Army CYSS Programs have been described as “a model for the na-tion,” and they do the best to deserve that accolade! Both of our centers are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The rates are competitive with other programs of comparable quality. Hourly care is also available at South Post CDC Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–4:30 pm. Reservations may be made up to four weeks in advance. If you want to know about the daily lesson plans, schedules and routines, child growth and development issues, or what constitutes a quality day care experience for children, just ask! CYS registration is required. Contact parent Central Services at 703.806.0791 for registration and enrollment information today, or visit our web site at www.belvoirmwr.com/cys.

Markham School Age Center (SAC)SAC has immediate openings for Kindergarten–6th grade for before

Child, Youth & School ServicesBuilding 950, 9500 Barlow Road

Telephone: 703.805.9114/9116/9118

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Child, Youth & School ServicesBuilding 950, 9500 Barlow RoadTelephone: 703.805.9114/9116/9118


and after school care and all-day care on school closure days. SAC complements the school day with a state-of-the-art computer lab and homework center. Staff coordinates with school personnel to ensure support with school assignments. During the school year, SAC is proud to offer part day preschool and prekindergarten programs for children 3–5 years old. Curriculum emphasizes physical well-being, language usage, attentiveness, imagination, knowledge about the world and social emotional development.SPRING BREAK CAMP! April 18–22, 2011– Registration for Spring Break Camp begins January 10.

Strong Beginnings Pre-K Program targets school readiness and focuses on social, emotional, academic and physical development of each child preparing to en-ter kindergarten. Students’ progress is tracked daily and reported to parents in a coordinated effort ensure that children are reaching expected school readiness goals. During a typical morning, students focus on Mathematics, Language/Literacy, Science/Technology or Social Studies. The children also engage in fun interactive learning stations that provide individual experiences in Creative Expression, Art, Woodworking, Cooking, Water/Sand, and Music/Movement. Part-day and full-day program options are available for children en-tering kindergarten next year. Contact Parent Central Services for registration and enrollment information at 703.806.0791.

The Army Family Covenant strongly supports this initiative to help provide families with quality care for military children.

Family Child Care (FCC) Work from HomeFort Belvoir FCC is looking for child care providers. Some benefits are: • Earn income while staying at home.• Receive support from Child, Youth and School (CYS) Services.• Long-lasting, portable career: FCC training and experience are transferable to other installations and CYS Services programs.• Opportunities for professional growth: FCC providers supported

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by FCC program in attaining Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) and National Association of Family

Child Care (NAFCC) Accreditation.• Monetary subsidies linked to types of care offered.For more information, please contact the FCC office at 703.805.9137/9134/9112.

Eligibility Requirements for CYSS ProgramsOpen to current DoD personnel—active duty, re-tiree (sports and youth activities) and DoD civilians.

CYS Service fees are on a sliding scale based on in-come. Note: retirees are only eligible for our sports and

SKIES Unlimited programs. Comparable off-post program fees are between $230 and

$274 per week with non-refundable registration fees up to $150. Please call 703.805.9118 for more information.

RegistrationRegistration is required to participate in all CYS Services programs and activities and it’s FREE. To help facilitate the registration pro-cess, please bring with you the following information: • Three local emergency contacts (other than parents) • Shot records • Physical (30 days given to bring this in) • LES/pay stubs (only needed for childcare) • Cash, check, or Visa/MasterCard for feesFor Sports programs, the following is also required: • Birth certificate • Sports physicalFor more information contact Parent Central Services office at 703.806.0791.

Child & Youth Services In Your NeighborhoodStaff from CYS Services bring free arts and crafts activities to the housing community centers. For more information, please call 703.805.1906/9117.

Child, Youth & School ServicesBuilding 950, 9500 Barlow Road

Telephone: 703.805.9114/9116/9118

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Child, Youth & School ServicesBuilding 950, 9500 Barlow RoadTelephone: 703.805.9114/9116/9118


Family Time Computer LabMarkham School Age Services (SAS) invites you and your family to come use the computer lab. The lead teacher of the computer lab is present for any questions. The lab is open on the 2nd & 4th Saturday of every month from 9:30 am–1:30 pm. For more information, please con-tact the Markham SAS at 703.805.9100.

Volunteers NeededWe are looking for volunteers to help educate our chil-dren by reading to them and encouraging interest in vari-ous activities. Call 703.806.0791 for details.

Hired! Apprenticeship ProgramA workforce preparation and apprenticeship program designed to meet the employment and career-exploration needs of CYSS teens 15–18 years of age. Hired! Apprentices commit to working 15 hours per week with employ-ers on the installation while concurrently participating in workforce prepara-tion/career exploration workshops over a 12 week term. Terms occur during Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. Youth must complete the necessary appli-cation process and meet all prerequisites to be eligible for the program. For additional information contact Wendy O’Sullivan, Hired! Program Coor-dinator, 703.805.4515.

Hired! WorkshopsHeld on Thursday’s from 4–5 pm covering Workforce-Preparation (re-sumes, applications, job searching, interviewing) and Post-Secondary Edu-cation Exploration (interest inventories, exploring jobs, college/scholarship exploration, career portfolios).

The EDGE! Do you have what it takes to be a chef? Want to get your creative wheels spinning? Need to get in shape for an upcoming sport? Join in the fun and get the after school EDGE! CYS Services partners with various MWR Activities to offer exciting after school activities for middle and high school aged youth (6th–12th grade). EDGE! program activities are offered be-tween 3–6 pm. Please call 703.805.1906 or check www.belvoirmwr.com/cys for more information.

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This service was created to enhance the educational envi-ronment for children of parents assigned to Fort Bel-

voir. The School Liaison Officer is Mary Jo Chapman, [email protected].

The School Liaison Officer is available to assist mili-tary Families with transitions to the local schools. Child, Youth and School Services encourages pa-trons to utilize these services as we are dedicated to maintaining a positive and productive relationship

between our Families and the schools that service them.

Fairfax County Public Schools serving Fort Belvoir Belvoir Elementary School: http://www.fcps.edu/FtBelvoirES/

Woodlawn Elementary School: www.fcps.edu/WoodlawnESWhitman Middle School: http://www.fcps.edu/WhitmanMS/Mount Vernon High School: http://www.fcps.edu/MtVernonHS/

Surrounding County WebsitesPrince William County: www.PWCS.eduStafford County: www.stafford.schoolfusion.us/

Tutor.comFree* homework help available 24/7 with tutor.com - all subjects, all the time!* This program is provided by the Department of Defense. Go to www.tutor.com/military/get-access to see a complete list of who is eligible to access the program.

School Support Services9500 Barlow Road

Telephone: 703.805.9119

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Schools of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration,& Skills.

School of Arts• Piano Lessons: Ages 6–18 / $100 per month / Monday 3–7 pm in 30 minute sessions / Thursday 4–7 pm in 30 minute sessions / Community Center• CDC Preschool Jazz: Ages 3–5 / $45 per session / Thursday 9:45–10:15 am at SPCDC / Thursday 10:30–11:00 am at NPCDC Ballet: Please call for instructors and dance dress code.• Pre-Ballet: Ages 5–6 / $55 per month / Thursday / 4:15–5:15 pm / SAS• Ballet 1: Ages 6–8 / $55 per month / Monday / 3–4 pm / SAS• Ballet 2&3: Ages 7–9 / $55 per month / Thursday/ 5:15–6:15 pm / SAS• Teen Ballet: Ages 12–18 / $55 per month / Monday / 4:15–5:15 pm / YS• Pre-Point Ballet: Ages 11–18 / $55 per month / Monday 5:15–6:15 pm / YS

Dance Combos: Please call for instructors and dance dress code.• School Age Tap/Jazz: Ages 1st–6th grade / $55 per month / Monday / 5–6 pm / SAS• School Age Ballet/Jazz: Ages 1st–6th grade / $55 per month / Monday / 6–7 pm / SAS• Preschool Ballet/Tap: Ages 3–5 / $45 per month / Tuesday / 10–10:45 am / SAS• Preschool Ballet/Jazz: Ages 3–5 / $45 per month / Tuesday / 10:45–11:30 am / 1:45–2:30 pm / SAS• Preschool Ballet/Tap: Ages 3–5 / $45 per month / Saturday / 9:30–10:15 am / 10:15–11 am / YS• Kinder Ballet/Tap: Ages 5–6 / $45 per month / Saturday / 11–11:45 am / YS


SKIES Unlimited9500 Barlow Road

Telephone: 703.805.9114/9116/9118

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• Kinder Ballet/Jazz: Ages 5–6 / $55 per month / Wednesday / 5–6 pm / SAS

• Preschool Ballet/Jazz: Ages 3–5 / $45 per month / Wednesday / 6–6:45 pm / SAS • Hip Hop: Ages 1st–6th grade / $45 per month / Wednesday / 6:45–7:30 pm / SASSchool of Sports• Karate: Ages 6–18 / $55 per month / Monday & Thursday / Beginners 6:30–7:30 pm / Advanced 7:30–8:30 pm / SAS Gym

• Lil Dragons Karate: Ages 3–5 / $40 per month / Saturday / 10 am, 10:45 am, 11:30 am or

12:15 pm / SAS• Taekwondo: Ages 6–18 $55 per month / Tuesday

& Thursday Beginners 6:15–7:15 pm / Advanced 7:15–8:15 pm / Saturday Sparring for all participants 10 am–12 noon / Youth Center

School of Academics & Life Skills• Knight with Mom: March 19 from 4:30–9 pm in the Potomac Room at the Officers’ Club. A fun filled night for mothers and sons. Pictures start at 4:30 pm and dinner starts at 5:30 pm. $60 for the first couple and $12 for each additional Knight. Tickets are available at the CYSS Parent Central Service’s Office and must be purchased by March 15.

SKIESUnlimited Instructors NeededFor information or applications for paid or volunteer instructors, please go to Markham School Age Services, building 950, or call Sheila Ly, SKIES Director, at 703.805.9146. Or you can fax your name, address, e-mail and interests to 703.805.9113, attention Sheila Ly, SKIESUnlimited Director, and they will e-mail you an application.

Youth Services5850 Langfitt LoopTelephone: 703.805.4515


Youth Services sponsors a variety of programs offering youth opportunities in life skills, citizenship, leader-ship, leisure, arts, mentoring and support services.

Youth Center Open RecreationFor middle and high school youth; registration is required, 703.805.9118/4515.

Spring Break Camp / April 18–22, 2011 Registration begins January 10.

Youth Services Activity Calendar • January 7: Musical Choice Karaoke, 6:30–8:30 pm• January 8: Game Show Night, 6–10 pm• January 13: Hired! Workshop - Application Forms, 4–5 pm• January 20: Hired! Workshop - Work Behaviors, 4–5 pm• January 27: Hired! Workshop - Resumes, 4–5 pm

• February 3: Hired! Workshop - Interviewing I, 4–5 pm• February 10: Hired! Workshop - Interviewing II, 4–5 pm• February 11: Valentine’s Day Karaoke, 6:30–8:30 pm• February 12: Valentine’s Day Dance, 6–10 pm• February 17: Hired! Workshop - Career Portfolio, 4–5 pm• February 24: Hired! Workshop - Interest Inventory, 4–5 pm

• March 3: Hired! Workshop - Exploring Jobs/Duties, 4–5 pm• March 10: Hired! Workshop - Preparing for College, 4–5 pm• March 11: Lip sync and Karaoke, 6:30–8:30 pm• March 12: St. Patrick’s Lock-In, 7 pm–7 am• March 17: Hired! Workshop - Exploring Career Websites, 4–5 pm• March 26: March Madness, 6–10 pm

Parents’ Night Out: January 8, February 12, March 12Call 703.806.4344 for times and costs.

Kids’ Night Out: January 8, February 12, March 1Call 703.805.9100 for times and costs.

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The Youth Sports and Fitness Program offers various oppor-tunities for children to participate in sports to help en-

courage healthy, lifelong habits for children ages 3–18 years.

Little League Baseball: ages 5–16 yrs; $60; enroll January 5–March 12 for April–June season.Off-Post Girls Softball: ages 7–13 yrs; $60; enroll January 5–March 12 for April–June season.Spring Soccer: ages 5–12 yrs; $55; enroll January 17–

March 25 for April–June season.Track & Field: ages 5–18 yrs; $55; enroll January 31–

May 20 for April–August season.Smart Start Soccer: ages 3–5 yrs; $20; enroll February 28–

April 15 for the May–June season.Smart Start Baseball: ages 3–5 yrs; $20; enroll February 28–April 15 for the May–June season.Smart Start Golf: ages 3–5 yrs; $20; enroll February 28–April 15 for the May–June season.

Run for Your Health: ages 5–17 yrs; FREE; open enrollment for year-round participation. For registration call 703.805.9118.

A current sports physical and birth certificate are required to register for all sports programs. The Start Smart Programs require current im-munization records. For sports information call 703.805.1257/9139.For registration information call 703.805.9118.


Youth Sports and Fitness9500 Barlow Road, Building 950

Telephone: 703.805.9139

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Army Family Covenant......Keeping the Promise

Supporting Those Who Serve

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ACS assists the military community by developing, coordinating and delivering services which help promote self-reliance, resilien-cy and stability during war and peace. ACS classes and training are designed to equip Soldiers and Families with the skills, knowl-edge and support needed to face the challenges of military life.

Information & Referral ProgramThe ACS I&R Program provides information regarding military and civilian community resources. I&R maintains an extensive, integrat-ed resource file of sources to which personnel may be referred if im-mediate, direct assistance is not available. For I&R services stop by the front desk at ACS, bldg 200 or call 703.805.5056/3413/4590.

Our mission is to educate the community about the SOS Program and advocate on behalf of all Fami-lies who have suffered the loss of a Soldier. We strive to build a unified support program which embraces

and reassures Survivors that they are continually linked to the Army Family for as long as they desire.

We provide an avenue of resouces to include support groups, newsletters, information briefs and social ac-

tivities. This program has provided a Support Coordinator to help you with any issues you have and will give your support as you come to terms with your loss. A Financial Counselor will also assist you with any questions you may have regarding your finances.

Upcoming Classes & GroupsFor reservations or more information, please contact 703.805.1794/1827/4590.

Survivor Outreach Survices (SOS)9800 Belvoir Road, Bldg 200

Telephone: 703.805.1827

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Army Community Service (ACS)9800 Belvoir Road, Bldg 200

Telephone: 703.805.4590

Employment Readiness Program 9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200Telephone: 703.805.2605/3126


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The ERP provides information for career/life planning and job search development. Eligibility: Active duty military, reserve com-ponents and their family members, DoD civilians and military service retirees and their family members. Call 703.805.4590 to register for the orientation/workshops/seminars and to access the many career and employment services of the program.

Employment Readiness Orientation / Tuesdays from 12:45–2:30 pmOverview of local area employment topics, from federal jobs to resume assistance. Registration required; call 703.805.4590.

January 2011January 6: ABC’s of Federal Employment, 10 am–noonJanuary 13: Federal Resume Preparation, 10 am–noon January 24: ADECCO Recruiting Session, 10 am–2 pm

February 2011February 3: ABC’s of Federal Employment, 10 am–noonFebruary 10: Federal Resume Preparation 10 am–noonFebruary 28: ADECCO Recruiting Session, 10 am–2 pm

March 2011March 3: ABC’s of Federal Employment, 10 am–noonMarch 10: Federal Resume Preparation, 10 am–noonMarch 21: ADECCO Recruiting Session, 10 am–2 pm

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AFTB offers 34 FREE classes assisting military Families, (to in-clude all branches active or reserve, DoD civilians, retirees, and Family members) in understanding and thriving within the Army and military. AFTB provides unit training and individual classes or concept blocks upon request. Classes are held in the ACS Class-room, Bldg. 200.

AFTB Program Manager (POC) Colandra Sealey: [email protected] / [email protected]

AFTB Level I Friday, January 7, 9:30 am–3:30 pmWednesday, February 9, 9:30–3:30 pm

Thursday, March 3, 9:30 am–3:30 pmLevel I covers the basics of Army Life, including the prop-

er use of acronyms, Chain of Command, Military and Community Resources, plus more.

AFTB Level IIWednesday–Thursday, February 16–17, 9:30 am–3 pmWednesday–Thursday, March 16–17, 9:30 am–3 pmLevel II presents 14 courses including: Building a Cohesive Team, Managing Group Conflict and

more.

AFTB Level IIITuesday–Thursday, January 11–13, 9:30 am–3 pm

Level III presents 10 courses including: Leadership Styles, Coaching and Mentoring, Understanding Needs and more.

ACS Instructor Training CourseMonday–Tuesday, March 7–8, 9:30 am–1 pm New training course to prepare you to become an effective and certi-fied ACS Instructor.

ACS Briefer Training CourseWednesday–Thursday, March 9–10, 9:30 am–1 pm Learn techniques to prepare you to become an effective briefer.

Army Family Team Building (AFTB)9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200

Telephone: 703.805.5556

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iceExceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200Telephone: 703.805.5435

EFMP provides support to military Families with special needs. The program offers activities for children enrolled in the program.

EFMP Bowling/ January 8, February 12, March 12 EFMP Families bowl for free from 1–3 pm. Enrollmet required; call 703.805.5435 or stop by ACS to register.

EFMP Parent Support Group On the first Thursday of each month, from 6:30–8:30 pm for parents with children with special needs; call to sign up.

Adaptive Aquatics Swimming Classes / Benyaurd Indoor PoolJanuary 5–February 9 / Wednesdays 5–5:45 pm February 16–March 30 / Wednesdays 5–5:45 pmA great opportunity for children ages 5–18 years to experi-ence developmental swimming instruction from a water safety instructor. Register today at ACS.

EFMP Open Swim / Saturdays / 1–5 pmThe enrolled Family member and a caregiver swim free during open swim. Please call EFMP office for details.

NEW / EFMP Start Smart Basketball / WednesdaysJanuary 12–February 16 / Specker Field HousePriority is given to children unable to participate in typical sport activities. Not your typical Start Smart, the Start Smart instructor will modify the activities based on the abilities of the participants. Enrollment is required.

NEW / Friday Family Night Out / 3rd Friday of the MonthJanuary 21, February 18, March 18Meets from 6:30–8:30 pm at ACS. Provides EFMP Families time to get together for a comfortable evening of activities, games, karaoke, Wii sports and a potluck. Call 703.805.5435 to sign up.

Respite CarePlease contact the EFMP office for eligibility and more information.


Army Family Action Plan (AFAP)Army Volunteer Corps Program

9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200Telephone: 703.805.4152

AFAP is a grassroots level forum for Soldiers, Family Members, Civilians, and Retirees to identify Global quality of Life issues and propose solutions that build self-reliance. The AFAP process further unites the Belvoir community and keeps all levels of the chain of command informed. Delegates from units and or or-ganizations on installations represent America’s Army Family by identifying, developing, and prioritizing unit/organization/com-munity/installation Global quality of life issues.

2011 AFAP SymposiumNovember 18–19 from 8 am–4 pm at Barden Education Center.

Become an AFAP VolunteerDo you have suggestions on how to improve the quality of life

on Belvoir? Becoming an AFAP Volunteer gives you an op-portunity to learn and work within the AFAP process.

For more information on how to become an AFAP Volunteer please contact Faitheleen Henderson at 703.805.4152 or [email protected].

Army Volunteer Corps ProgramReasons for Volunteering1. Contribute to community

2. Meet new people3. Network

4. Gain sense of achievement5. Gain job experience and enhance your resume

Test a career field to see if you like it and learn what training may be needed. Explore new interests, get documented work, acquire experience for your resume while meeting and networking with new contacts. Installation volunteer opportunities are available with Army Community Service, Red Cross, Library, National Museum and Outdoor Recreation.

For more information contact Faitheleen Henderson, Installation Army Volunteer Corps Manager, at 703.805.4152 or [email protected] or DSN:655-4152.

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iceFamily Advocacy Program (FAP)9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200Telephone: 703.805.2631

The objectives of FAP are to prevent spouse and child abuse, to encourage the reporting of all instances of such abuse, to ensure the prompt assessment and investigation of all abuse cases, to pro-tect victims of abuse, and to treat all Family members affected by or involved in abuse. FAP also provides education services in child abuse, spouse and Family violence, and parenting and stress management.

Sexual Assault Response Coordinator /Victim Advocacy ProgramEMERGENCY, 24-Hour Number: 703.919.0986

Sailing Solo / January 11, 25; February 8, 22; March 15, 29From 12–1 pm at ACS join the single parent support group. Pre-registration required 703.805.2631/2693.

Active Parenting Now / January 11, 18, 25 / 5 pm A three week parenting series for parents with children ages 5–12. Pre-registration required, 703.805.2631/2693.

Love & Logic Parenting / February 8, 15, 22 / 5 pm A five week series that provides simple techniques to help parents have less stress raising responsible kids. Pre-registration required, 703.805.2631/2693.

Active Parenting Teens / March 15, 22, 29 / 5 pmA three week parenting series for parents with teens. Pre-registration required, 703.805.2631/2693.

Infant Massage Class / 1–2:30 pm Thursdays every other month. Call 703.805.4547 to register.

Baby Bundles / 10 am–12 noon First Wednesday every other month. Call 703.805.4547 to register.

Play Morning / 10 am–12 noon / Outdoor Recreation Group meets every Tuesday. Call 703.805.2693 for more information,


Financial Readiness Program (FRP)9800 Belvoir Road, Building 200

Telephone: 703.805.4590

The FRP offers educational classes to help develop financial skills in a variety of areas and to build wealth. In addition to classes, we provide one-on-one financial counseling to assist with per-sonal financial situation. Most classes are held at ACS, Bldg 200. Reservation required; call 703.805.4590 to register.

Upcoming ClassesCall to register and confirm class location.

January 2011January 13 /First Termers Money Management, 8 am–4 pmJanuary 19 / Dollars and Sense, 1–4 pmJanuary 19 / Financial Services and Acount Management, 1–4 pm

January 26 / Steps to Homeownership, 4–6 pm

February 2011February 2 / Budgeting for Babies, 10 am–noon

February 10 / First Termers Money Management, 8 am–4 pmFebruary 20–27 / Military Saves Week

March 2011 March 10 / First Termers Money Management,

8 am–4 pmMarch 16 / Dollars and Sense, 1–4 pm

March 16 / Financial Services and Acount Management, 1–4 pm

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When you need an award or medal framed at the last minute, do it in style with ready-mades at the Frame Shop! Simply insert your certificate or medal, close

the frame and you’re ready to go!

Quality • Value • Convenience

Ready-made Frames, Flag Boxes & Shadow Boxes for Award Ceremonies

MWR FRAME SHOP now offers


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iceMobilization/Deployment/Family Readiness (MOB/DEP/FR)9800 Belvoir Road, Bldg 200Telephone: 703.805.5683/1834

Military members are mission focused; military Families are mis-sion essential! Mob/D’s goal is to support the Soldier before, dur-ing and after deployment, as well as to educate their Family to be self-reliant, resilient and connecting them with resources.Mob/D serves all military members (Active, Reserve, National Guard), deployable DoD Civilians and their Families by offer-ing Pre/Post Deployment workshops, support, and education on resources available. Operation Military Kids backpacks are available for all school age children who have a parent deploying, DVDs to help children understand deployment are also available.

This program is also responsible for education and support of Family Readiness Groups (FRG) in and around the Fort Belvoir installation. Unit FRGs must be trained and registered with this office in order to request permission to fundraise and to attend the monthly FRG Roundtables.

The Casualty Response (CARE) Team is also avail-able through the Mob/D office. This group of trained volunteers can go into a home immedi-ately after the death of a Soldier or their immedi-ate Family member to help run the household so the Family can deal with the crisis. Monthly WorkshopsFRG Roundtable / January 6, February 3, March 3 10:30 am–12 noonPre-Deployment / January 10, February 14, March 14 10:00 am–12 noonReset/Reunion / January 24, February 28, March 21 9–10:30 amReset/Reintegration / January 24, February 28, March 21 10:30 am–12 noonFRG Workshop / February 17 9 am–12 noonFamily Readiness Support Assistant (FRSA) Training January 20: 9 am–12 noon March 17: 9 am–3 pm

Arts and Crafts Instructors

MWR’s Kawamura Arts & Crafts Center is constantly on the lookout for artists and crafts people who are willing to share their craft by teaching a class!

You could be a future instructor if you can teach any of the following—oil painting, watercolor, charcoal, scrapbooking, floral arranging, glass etching, knitting, crochet, needlepoint or other crafts.

For more information, call 703.806.4647


Relocation Readiness Program9800 Belvoir Road, Bldg 200

Telephone: 703.805.5058/3436

The Relocation Readiness Program provides relocation counseling, a lending closet and other services. Military Homefront, www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil, is the official DoD web site for reliable Quality of Life information. With the exception of the monthly Newcom-ers’ Orientation, all classes require advance reservations. For more information, please call the Relocation Office at 703.805.5058.

Newcomers’ Orientation Held at ACS the first Monday of each month from 9–11 am.

Welcome to Germany Class provides essential information on preparing to move to Ger-many. 9:30–10:30 am; call for more information and to register.

Welcome to Korea Class provides info on preparing to move to Korea. 1:30–

2:30 pm; call for more information and to register.

Hearts Apart Supportive group setting for waiting Families. Free childcare provided with advance notice.

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Arts and Crafts & Auto Shop—The Kawamura Arts & Crafts Center9290 Gunston Road, Building 1462Main Telephone: 703.806.4655 Auto Telephone: 703.806.4088


Accomplished or up-and-coming artists and crafts people can develop their artistic skills or discover new ones in the The Kawamura Arts & Craft Center. It houses the self-help Frame Shop, Wood Shop and Auto Shop, as well as The General’s Store. The Frame Shop offers custom framing—you can do your own framing, take a class or have us do it for you! The Multi-Craft Area offers stained glass classes, jewelry classes and now drawing classes. The Wood Shop offers patrons a woodworking safety class and the capabilities of lathe turning, pen turning, bowl turning, furniture, toy, ornament construction and more. The Automotive Shop offers basic automotive maintenance classes. Customers can also make arrangements for simple engine tune-ups, brake jobs and auto detailing. Visit The General’s Store for plaques, trophies and flag boxes. See page 39 for telephone numbers and hours of operation for all shops.

NEW Drawing ClassesJoin us for “Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain.” This tech-nique, drawing what you see, is commonly used to teach drawing to all age levels, amateur to professional. Classes are Wednesday 6:30–9:00 pm. Five sessions are $100.00. The book, Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain, by Betty Edwards, drawing pencils and sketchbooks are available at the Frame Shop counter for discounted prices. Limited class size—register today by calling 703.806.4655.

NEW Automotive Maintenance ClassesIf you’re interested in learning how to better maintain your ve-hicle, the Auto Skills Center is now offering a comprehensive series of classes on everything to do with your car, truck or motorcycle. Classes are held on Mondays and Tuesdays. For a specific list of training classes and days offered, call 703.763.6676. To register, call 703.806.4088.

Framing Class ScheduleBasic framing techniques are taught the 3rd Satur-day of the month from 8 am–noon. $60 includes an 8 x 10 kit containing a picture, mat board, foam core, glass, moulding and mounting materials.

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9290 Gunston Road, Building 1462Main Telephone: 703.806.4655 Auto Telephone: 703.806.4088

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Stained Glass Class ScheduleSeven sessions: Thursdays, 6:30–9 pm. Call for details. Jewelry Class Schedule Call 703.806.4655 for dates and prices• Jewelry Basics Class• Wire Basics Class

Pen & Bowl Turning ClassLearn the basics of using a lathe and how to turn a pen or bowl—by the end of class you will have a completed project! Call 703.806.4654 for details, dates and pricing.

Mandatory Woodworking Safety Class and Auto Skills Safety ClassCall 703.806.4088/4645 for more information.

The BOSS Center offers a place for socializing and recreating with fellow service members. If you just need a place to relax there are large screen TVs, DVD players, darts, computers and a pool table. For all events, email [email protected] for details.

BOSS Ski/Snowboard Trip to Whitetail, PATrips scheduled for January 8 and February 16.

BOSS Dinner at Bonefish Grill January 21 at 6 pm.

BOSS Dinner at Cheesburger in ParadiseFebruary 18 at 7 pm.

BOSS Dinner at Pat Troy’sMarch 11 at 6 pm.

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS)

Abbott Road, Building 2115 Check the Facebook Fort Belvoir BOSS Page

• Earrings Workshop• Cha-Cha Bracelet Class

Bowling Center5975 Middleton Road, Building 1199Telephone: 703.805.2991


ALL NEW! Come experience the newly remodeled Fort Belvoir Bowling Center. Featuring our all new one hundred inch video projection systems, enhanced cosmic lighting package and much more! In your busy life there is enough stress, so our birthday par-ty options make planning your child’s special day hassle free. Our newly remodeled Equipment Zone provides a full line of bowling equipment, including some great holiday gift ideas for bowlers and non-bowlers. The Strike Zone Eatery has a variety of tasty choices and homemade daily specials on weekdays. Join us on Fri-day and Saturday nights for Cosmic Bowling, a party atmosphere that can be enjoyed by everyone!

Customer Appreciation Fridays Every Friday enjoy Unlimited Cosmic Bowling with free shoe rental from 9–midnight for only $12 per bowler.

Red & Blue Head Pin DayAll day Sunday - get a free game when you bowl a strike at the col-ored headpin. Bowling center staff must witness.

Military Appreciation NightEvery Monday from 5:30–10 pm there is a special night of bowling to thank our active duty service members and their Families. Buy 2 games and the 3rd is on us! NEW: Kids under 10 bowl free!

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Grab-and-Go Sandwiches!

PAINTBALLMarch 16 E-mail [email protected] for more info!

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The Fort Belvoir Community Center is the information head-quarters for Fort Belvoir recreation resources, and includes the Leisure Travel Services (LTS) Office. It provides recreational op-portunities for all authorized patrons and has some of the latest games and areas to play them in, such as the newly constructed game room complete with multiple Nintendo Wii Systems.

Instructional Programs, Classes, and WorkshopsDrum Classes/Conga Classes: $75 per month, per person.Guitar Classes/ Piano Classes: $75 per month, per person.Yoga: $8 per class (pay-as-you-go), per person every Monday. Do not eat 2–3 hours before class, wear comfy clothes, bring a yoga mat.

Ballroom RentalPlanning an event and need a great venue? The Community Cen-ter hosts weddings, birthdays, retirement ceremonies and meetings. Book your event soon; call 703.805.3714 for pricing and details.

Leisure Travel Service (LTS) OfficeLocated in the Community Center, the LTS Office is the one-stop shop for all of your leisure travel needs. If you are looking for a week-end getaway, discounted tickets, discounted hotels, or a trip to far off lands—look no further. Our personalized services will provide you with tickets, tours, information, and more. VacationsLTS has many great working relationships with a variety of travel

companies and resorts around the world. Military discounted rates are available to active duty, retirees, DOD civilians, reservists

and family members accompanied with a military ID card. Visit Armed Forces Vacation Club, www.AFVClub.com,

for great deals. Log on and use installation #189 for all current rates and specials. TicketsDiscounted tickets are offered to many attractions, hotels and motels in the area and throughout the country. Below is a sampling of discounted tickets available for area attractions at the LTS Office.

Fort Belvoir Community CenterBuilding 1200, Taylor Road

Center Telephone: 703.805.3714

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• Spy Museum• AMC Movie Tickets• Luray Caverns• Tourmobile Sightseeing• Madame Tussauds• Amusement Parks

CruisesLet the staff at the LTS Office plan a cruise for you. From the Car-ribean to the Mediterranean, your cruise options are endless! Mili-tary specials start as low as $199 per person. Call 703.805.3714 to get sailing on an exciting cruise vacation.

Special DealsAnheuser-Busch: Saluting our Armed Forces and Their FamiliesThroughout 2011, members of the military and up to three di-rect dependents may enter any one of Anheuser-Busch’s SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, or Sesame Place parks with a single-day complimen-tary admission; just register at Herosalute.com.

Disney Armed Forces SaluteWalt Disney World resort salutes the U.S. Military with a discount 4-Day Ticket. Active and Retired U.S. Military personnel may purchase up to six of the 4-Day Disney Armed Forces Salute tickets for $135 per ticket. Events and Trips / Sign up at Community CenterMilitary Insignia Show / February 6Buy, sell, trade or collect various Military Memorabilia from all over the world. Vendor set-up from 6–8 am; customers attend from 8 am–1 pm.

NYC Excursion / March 26Explore NYC for just $45 per person. The bus departs from the Community Center at 8 am and returns around 10:30 pm.

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• Baltimore Aquarium • Grayline Tours• Colonial Williamsburg • Jamestown/Yorktown Combo • The Newseum• Mount Vernon Estate & Garden


Wednesday Night Karaoke / Community Center Lounge Sing your heart out every Wednesday night from 6-9 pm! Free finger foods will be available. For more information, call 703.805.3714.

Special Events For more details and upcoming programs, call 703.805.4382 or visit www.belvoirmwr.com and sign-up for MWR News.

BUNCO is Back / January 10, February 6, March 7Have fun playing this game at the Community Center Lounge at 5:15 pm. Call 703.805.3714 to reserve your seat at the table!

Murder Mystery Dinner Theater / March 17–18See Murder 101 at the Community Center. Call 703.805.4382 for pricing and ticket details.

TroutFest Returns Spring 2011Enjoy fishing at Outdoor Pool #1 during TroutFest. Call 703.805.4382 for cost, dates and times.

Fort Belvoir Community CenterBuilding 1200, Taylor Road

Center Telephone: 703.805.3714

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Watch for upcoming Bunco dates! Located at the Community Center.

JANUARY 10 • FEBRUARY 6 • MARCH 7

Graves Fitness Center Abbott Road, Building 2116; 703.806.5368The Body Shop 12th Street, Building 1023; 703.806.3100Specker Field House 12th Street, Building 1182; 703.806.3100Wells Field HouseGoethal Road, Building 1810; 703.806.5093


Here’s to your health! Come try a class or just work out.

Intramural SportsTo register your unit, contact the Intramural Coordinator, Geneva Martin, at 703.806.5093. • Volleyball Organizational Meeting: February 18 League plays March 8–April 30 • Racquetball Organization Meeing: February 11 Tournament March 1–12

Functional Fitness Training Program Participate in this free six week program to help reach your full fit-ness potential. For upcoming session dates/times and to register, please call Herb at 703.806.3100.

Couples’ Fun Run/Walk 5K / February 12 / 2 pm Register a team of two; there are awards for each category. Early registration is $20 per couple; after January 5 $30 per couple. Please call 703.806.3100/5368 for more information.

Spring Run / April 10 / 8 am 5 Mile and 5K certified courses. Early registration is $15; after March 25 $20. Register online or call Sheila Edwards 703.806.5589/5368.

Ongoing Aerobics ProgramCurrent Session: January 3–February 25Various classes are offered each week. Each session is $64 for 10 weeks of unlimited access or $5 per class. Half off after January 20–only $32 for five weeks! R

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GolfBeulah Road, Building 2910

Telephone: 703.806.5878Web site: www.belvoirgolf.com

Fort Belvoir’s Golf Club welcomes all eligible MWR patrons! The club features two 18-hole championship golf courses. The club-house offers an inviting place to relax and enjoy great food and drink after a round of golf, while providing beautiful views of the surrounding natural setting. The clubhouse offers a buffet lunch Monday through Friday and is also available for meetings, golf group outings, and catered events such as weddings, retirements, and promotions—call the Catering Department, ext. 103, for more information. Check www.belvoirgolf.com for golf news!

Weather InformationPlease be aware that the golf club may close earlier than the posted hours because of weather, or other conditions beyond their control.

Golf Pro Shop / 703.806.5878 ext.108/109The golf club is open year round and operation hours change with the seasons. The golf club features Woodlawn and Gunston golf courses, practice range and short game practice areas; a great golf-ing experience. The golf club offers tee times for daily play, and also features a golf outing program for large and small golf outings. Green fee rates change with the season. Please call the Pro Shop for infor-mation and see our web site at www.belvoirgolf.com.

Enjoy Our Clubhouse Lounge / Open DailyEveryone is welcome. Enjoy our three large HD TVs and follow your favorite sporting events. The lounge offers excellent a la carte items as well as a good selection of beers from around the world. Call for

hours and specials. www.belvoirgolf.com

Daily Lunch Buffet / Monday–FridayEveryone is invited to enjoy our outstanding food qual-ity and service that is our daily lunch buffet offered Monday–Friday. Seating is limited so we encourage parties of 6 or more to call ahead. Lunch hours are 11:00 am–1:30 pm and prices are $10 per person (full buffet & beverage) or $8 per person for the buf-fet soup, salad and dessert. Parties of 15 and more are

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Outdoor RecreationWarren Road, Building 778Telephone: 703.805.3081 Hunt Check Station: 703.805.3688


The Fort Belvoir Outdoor Recreation Program offers a long list of outdoor recreation equipment for rent at modest per-day rates and outdoor adventure experiences. Call, visit us or the web, www.belvoirmwr.com/hunting-odr, to see available equipment and pric-ing. Outdoor Recreation has a classroom that can be reserved and rented for private and non-official functions. Call for more info.

We want to know what you want!If you are interested in participating in local bike outings, kayak and canoe programs and lessons, or trips to the Nationals games this spring call the programmer at 703.805.1143.

2011 Ski, Snowboarding and Tubing Trips to LibertyJoin Outdoor Recreation as we hit the slopes of Liberty Mountain Pennsylvania this winter. Get bundled up for a day of skiing, snow-boarding or tubing. You and the family could try something new with Liberty’s ski & snowboarding lessons. ODR has all the ski & snowboarding rental equipment you could need—even snow suits. Any equipment you rent from ODR is loaded onto the bus for you. $15 per person is for round trip transportation on the MWR bus (remember to bring your favorite movie to watch on the bus). If you would like more details call 703.805.1226. Scheduled dates are as follows: January 8, January 22, February 5, February 19, March 5

ODR Trailblazers on Hikes in VA and MDJanuary 15: Open House at ODRFebruary 12: Show Shoe Hike in PA or local, depending on weatherMarch 19: Billy Goat Trail HikeMarch 26: Sugar Loaf Mountain

Virginia Wine Tasting / February 12, March 20Call 703.805.1226 for information and pricing.

Mountain Biking Excursion / February 12, March 11A brand new Mountain Bike fleet is ready to be used this winter. Join us at a local park to learn how to take on the rugged Virginia terrain. $40 per person for a 4–6 hour trip.

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Luray Caverns Trips / February 26, March 27Visit the most popular cave in Eastern America and experience the natural wonder of Luray Caverns. Trip departs ODR 7 am and re-turns around 5 pm. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under.

Sweetheart Paddle & Breakfast/ February 13Join ODR at Accotink Bay for a morning Sweeheart Paddle and spe-cial picnic breakfast.

Beginner Ski & Snowboard Trips / NEW in 2011Want to ski, but not sure how? Take our beginner trip to Liberty Mountain, PA. The cost includes round trip transportation in our luxury 14 passenger bus, rental of the resort’s ski or snowboard equipment, a beginner lesson and an all day lift ticket limited to be-ginner terrain. Must be age 8 or over to participate in this program. Depart ODR at 7 am and return at approximately 7 pm. Call for pricing. Dates planned: January 10, January 31, February 28.

Winter Rentals / Monday–Friday 9 am–6 pmThe Issue Center is stocked and ready for the rental of skis, snow-boards, ski bibs and snowboard helmets this season. Enjoy the rea-sonable rental fees and avoid long lines at the ski resort—come rent with us. The rental price list is available and hours of operation are available for viewing and printing on www.belvoirmwr.com.

Ski & Snowboard Maintenance for Personal Winter EquipmentThe Issue Center fine tunes, edges and waxes personal skis and

snowboards. The full service cost is $30. A good iron wax that will last you the entire season for just $10.

Discounted Winter Ski Lift TicketsDiscount Ski/Snowboard lift tickets are available for Liberty, Round Top and Whitetail Ski Resorts.

Archery Center and Outdoor Archery RangesAll archery ranges are open during the winter months.

Archery rental equipment is available. For operating

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Beginner Archery Classes Beginner classes are conducted every Monday from 6–8 pm; regis-tration begins before class at 5:30 pm. Archery equipment is includ-ed in the class fee. Call 703.805.3688 for additional information.

Waterfowl Season / 703.805.3688Waterfowl hunting began September 1, 2010. Information for hunting seasons is posted on the Hunting information board in the Fort Belvoir Archery Center (FBAC)/Hunting Check Station (HCS) lobby, building 778. Waterfowl hunters must have in their possession all licenses, permits, duck stamps and Harvest Informa-tion Program (HIP) numbers as prescribed in hunting regulations published by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisher-ies (VDGIF) prior to registration. Maps and details can be found at http://www.belvoirmwr.com/hunting-odr/index.html .

Deer Hunting Season / 703.805.3688The extended deer season runs from Monday, January 3–March 26. The HCS opens initially during the extended season on Monday–Friday from 1 pm until one and a half hours after sunset. On Satur-day, the HCS is open from 9 am until one and a half hours after sun-set. Following the end of Waterfowl season (normally mid-February) the HCS only operates from 1 pm until one and a half hours after sunset on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Waterfowl Season / 703.805.3688Waterfowl hunters must have in their possession all li-censes, permits, duck stamps and Harvest Information Program (HIP) numbers as prescribed in hunting regulations published by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (VDGIF) prior to reg-istration. Maps and details can be found at http://www.belvoirmwr.com/hunting-odr/index.html

For more information on hunting programs contact the Hunt Check Station, Bldg 778, at 703.805.3688.


Benyaurd Indoor Pool23rd and Gunston, Building 182

Telephone: 703.805.2620

Visit www.belvoirmwr.com/pools for more class opportunities.

Ongoing ClassesPlease call the pool for class costs and additional information.Water Aerobics: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9–9:50 am / Shallow Water 10–10:50 am / Deep WaterActive Water Running: Tuesday, Thursday 5:30–6:30 pmLearn to Swim: call the pool for details and upcoming datesDiscover Scuba: call the pool for details and upcoming dates

Special Pool EventsFloat-n-Movie / January 21 / 6–8 pmFloat and watch The Reef; $2.50 for adults and $1.50 for kids.

Super Pool Carnival / February 5 / 10 am–12 noon Come have fun at the indoor pool! A $6 entry fee applies, but get $1 off if you wear your favorite football team clothing—high school, college or pro. Call the pool for details.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification / February 11–26$160 covers the cost of course, books and materials. Registration begins January 11.

Float-n-Movie / March 11 / 6–8 pmFloat, relax and enjoy the movieTreasure Island; $2.50 for adults

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Van Noy Library5966 12th Street, Building 1024Telephone: 703.806.3323

Wi-Fi now available! Let us know if you cannot find what you need in our collection. The library is open to military stationed at Belvoir (including TDY) and their Family, members of armed forces and their Families, retired military and their Families, and DoD civilians. Please check www.belvoirmwr.com for our hours of operation.

Story Time / Tuesdays and Thursdays Starting January 11Story time at Van Noy is every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10–11 am. Children ages 1–5 are the targeted audience, although younger and older siblings are always welcome!

Adult Book Club / One Saturday a Month / 9:30–10:30 amJanuary 15: The Blessings of the Animals by Katrina Kittle February 12: If I’d Killed Him When I Met Him by Sharyn McCrumb March 12: Every Last Cuckoo by Kate Maloy

Teen Book Club / One Saturday a Month / 4:45–6:30 pmCheck out belvoirmwr.com for book selections.

“Murder in the Library” / January 29 / 6–8 pmA library program for teens who are 12–18 years old. Please call the library for additional information.

Patriotic PAWS Chance is a therapy dog and LOVES to have children read to him. He visits Van Noy Library one Saturday a month from 11am–12:30 pm. If you would like to make a date to read to Chance, please call the library! R

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Army Community Service (ACS) Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road.............703.805.4590 Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) 703.805.4152 Army Family Team Building (AFTB) 703.805.5556 Army Volunteer Corps (AVC) 703.805.4152 Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) 703.805.2967 Employment Readiness Program(ERP) 703.805.2605/4547/3126 Family Advocacy Program (FAP) 703.805.2693/4590 Financial Readiness Program (FRP) 703.805.5556 Fort Belvoir Relocation Program 703.805.3436/5058 Soldier and Family Assistance Center (SFAC) 703.805.4590 Hours: Monday–Friday; 7:30 am–4:30 pm

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) Bldg. 2115.................608.669.5192

Bowling Center Bldg. 1199, Middleton Road...........................................703.805.2991

Strike Zone Hours:.......................................................................703.805.3483

Pro Shop Hours:...........................................................................703.805.3300

Child and Youth Services (CYS) Bldg. 950, Barlow Road.....703.805.9114/9116/9118 North Post Child Development Center (NPCDC) 703.806.6540 South Post Child Development Center (SPCDC) 703.806.4347 Family Child Care (FCC) 703.805.9137 School Age Services (SAS) 703.805.9100 School Liaison Office 703.805.9119 Youth Services 703.805.4515 Youth Sports and Fitness 703.805.9139 Community Center Bldg. 1200, Taylor Road...........................................703.805.3714 LTS Office Hours:........................................................................703.805.3714

The Lounge........................................................................703.805.3714/8472

Fitness Centers Specker Field House (Reservations Only)......................................703.806.3100 Wells Field House..........................................................................703.806.5093 Graves Fitness Center..................................................................703.806.5368

Operational Hours/Contact Numbers

10 am–10 pm10 am–12 midnight10 am–7 pm;

Monday–ThursdayFriday–Saturday

Sunday

11 am–9:30 pm11 am–11:30 pm11 am–6:30 pm

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Sunday

CLOSED1–8 pm10 am–6 pm9 am–3 pm

Sunday and Monday Tuesday–Thursday

FridaySaturday

8 am–7:30 pm8 am–5:30 pm9 am–5:30 pm

Monday–SaturdaySunday

Federal Holidays

5:30 am–9 pm9 am–5 pm9 am–5 pm

Monday–FridaySaturday–SundayFederal Holidays

The Body Shop..................................................................................703.806.3100

Golf Bldg. 2920, Beulah Road.................................................................703.806.5878 Tee Times (Requires PIN Number)....................................................703.806.5892 Kawamura Community Center Arts and Crafts Bldg. 1462, Gunston Road..............................................703.806.4655 Automotive Shop:...............................................................................703.806.4088

Frame Shop Hours:............................................................................703.806.4655

General’s Store Hours:........................................................................703.806.4659

Wood Shop Hours:............................................................................703.806.4654

Lodging Bldg. 470, Gaillard Road............................................................703.704.8600 Marina Hudson Road......................................................................703.781.8282/5465

Officers’ Club Bldg. 20, Schulz Circle.....................................................703.780.0930

Outdoor Recreation Bldg. 778, Warren Road.........................................703.805.3081 Equipment Issue Center Hours: Hunting and Archery Center Hours..................................................703.805.3688

Pools Benyaurd Indoor Pool.......................................................................703.805.2620 Outdoor Pool # 1 (South Post).........................................................703.805.2853 Outdoor Pool # 3 (North Post).........................................................703.806.5013

Southside Grill ......................................................................................703.806.2095

Van Noy Library Bldg. 1024, 12th Street..................................................703.806.3323

4 pm–9 pm4 pm–10 pm

Wednesday–ThursdayFriday

Army Community Service (ACS) Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road.............703.805.4590 Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) 703.805.4152 Army Family Team Building (AFTB) 703.805.5556 Army Volunteer Corps (AVC) 703.805.4152 Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) 703.805.2967 Employment Readiness Program(ERP) 703.805.2605/4547/3126 Family Advocacy Program (FAP) 703.805.2693/4590 Financial Readiness Program (FRP) 703.805.5556 Fort Belvoir Relocation Program 703.805.3436/5058 Soldier and Family Assistance Center (SFAC) 703.805.4590 Hours: Monday–Friday; 7:30 am–4:30 pm

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) Bldg. 2115.................608.669.5192

Bowling Center Bldg. 1199, Middleton Road...........................................703.805.2991

Strike Zone Hours:.......................................................................703.805.3483

Pro Shop Hours:...........................................................................703.805.3300

Child and Youth Services (CYS) Bldg. 950, Barlow Road.....703.805.9114/9116/9118 North Post Child Development Center (NPCDC) 703.806.6540 South Post Child Development Center (SPCDC) 703.806.4347 Family Child Care (FCC) 703.805.9137 School Age Services (SAS) 703.805.9100 School Liaison Office 703.805.9119 Youth Services 703.805.4515 Youth Sports and Fitness 703.805.9139 Community Center Bldg. 1200, Taylor Road...........................................703.805.3714 LTS Office Hours:........................................................................703.805.3714

The Lounge........................................................................703.805.3714/8472

Fitness Centers Specker Field House (Reservations Only)......................................703.806.3100 Wells Field House..........................................................................703.806.5093 Graves Fitness Center..................................................................703.806.5368


10 am–10 pm10 am–12 midnight10 am–7 pm;

The Body Shop..................................................................................703.806.3100

Golf Bldg. 2920, Beulah Road.................................................................703.806.5878 Tee Times (Requires PIN Number)....................................................703.806.5892 Kawamura Community Center Arts and Crafts Bldg. 1462, Gunston Road..............................................703.806.4655 Automotive Shop:...............................................................................703.806.4088

Frame Shop Hours:............................................................................703.806.4655

General’s Store Hours:........................................................................703.806.4659

Wood Shop Hours:............................................................................703.806.4654

Lodging Bldg. 470, Gaillard Road............................................................703.704.8600 Marina Hudson Road......................................................................703.781.8282/5465

Officers’ Club Bldg. 20, Schulz Circle.....................................................703.780.0930

Outdoor Recreation Bldg. 778, Warren Road.........................................703.805.3081 Equipment Issue Center Hours: Hunting and Archery Center Hours..................................................703.805.3688

Pools Benyaurd Indoor Pool.......................................................................703.805.2620 Outdoor Pool # 1 (South Post).........................................................703.805.2853 Outdoor Pool # 3 (North Post).........................................................703.806.5013

Southside Grill ......................................................................................703.806.2095

Van Noy Library Bldg. 1024, 12th Street..................................................703.806.3323

5:30 am–8 pm9 am–5 pm9 am–5 pm

Monday–FridaySaturday–SundayFederal Holidays

CLOSED10 am–6 pm12 noon–6 pm

MondayTuesday–Saturday

Sunday

CLOSED11 am–5 pm1–5 pm

Saturday–MondayTuesday, Wednesday, and Friday

Thursday

CLOSED1–5 pm (Safety class 6–8 pm)1–9 pm10 am–6 pm12 noon–6 pm

Monday–TuesdayWednesday

ThursdayFriday

Saturday–Sunday

Monday–Tuesday: CLOSED; Wednesday–Sunday: 9 am–5:30 pmMonday–Tuesday: CLOSED; Wednesday–Sunday: 8 am–4:30 pm

9 am–6 pmCLOSED

Monday–FridaySaturday, Sunday, and Federal Holidays

Hours change seasonally, please call.

10:30 am–2 pmCLOSED

Monday–FridaySaturday, Sunday, and Federal Holidays

Operational Hours/Contact Numbers

July–Sept 15:Sept 16–May 15:

CLOSED11 am–9 pm10 am–9 pm9 am–6 pm

Monday–TuesdayWednesday–Thursday

FridaySaturday–Sunday

10 am–7 pm9 am–6 pm8:30 am–5 pm

Tuesday–ThursdayFriday

Saturday

Special Event Coming in March!

Murder Mystery Dinner TheaterMurder Mystery Murder Mystery

April 18 at 4:30 pm

Tickets can be purchased at the Community Center.

For more info, call 703.805.3714

UPCOMING MWR EVENT

Murder Mystery Dinner TheaterMurder Mystery Murder Mystery

April 18 at 4:30 pm

Tickets can be purchased at the Community Center.

For more info, call 703.805.3714

UPCOMING MWR EVENT

Check www.belvoirmwr.com

for details as they become available.


Fort Belvoir’s Garrison Commander, COL Strycula, signs the FMWR Employee and Customer Covenant on December 9, 2010.

EMPLOYEE AND CUSTOMERCovenant

We are committed to providing quality through service excellence to our Soldiers and Families commensurate with the quality of service to our Nation.

We understand that we create value for our customers through predictable, consistent, efficient and customer focued service.

FMWR Chooses Excellencein Serving the Family and MWR Customer

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