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Take a Walk in the Park... if you dare! The annual Theatrical Nightmare production of a Walk in the Dark is here! Prepare to be scared — or go in daylight for a not-so-scary time. Check out Family-friendly harvest-themed events this month, along with outdoor trips fall favorites.

food6 Renovations done your way! MWR eateries are reflecting new styles and ways of dining out, enhancing your experience.

fun8 Party, play & enjoy good times October events include bowling tourneys, a wine & canvas event, football specials, gaming tourneys and a live performance by Jerrod Niemann.

feature12 Come out for frights & fun Choose from a variety of Halloween events and parties that celebrate the kid in all of us — there’s something for everyone!

adventures16 Fall adventure season is here Your favorite fall trips are back! Plus, register for new campouts and photography workshops.

sports, fitness & aquatics20 Can you survive zombies? Take on the challenge of surviving the JBLM Zombie Apocalypse 5K Run.

20 Sign up for challenges Compete in Commander’s Cup races and be a ninja in Alpha Warrior Military Demo.

youth22 Play, learn and grow Youth have special treats waiting with events, parties, classes and sports.

military & Family readiness24 Be the voice of change Learn how to help yourself or a friend who’s abused and share your community spirit at JBLM.

26 Fun with Family programs Register for annual Family treasure hunt, book your organizational parties and find a new class to help you blossom.

libraries28 Join free clubs, attend parties Your JBLM libraries offer special-interest clubs, Halloween parties, storytimes and more — for free.

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Fall is a great time to explore the Pacific Northwest! The outdoor experts from the

Northwest Adventure Center offer trips and workshops to get you outside and having

fun. Turn to page 16 to learn about seasonal favorites — a trip to Ape Cave or a moun-

tain biking excursion — and new trips like campouts and photography classes. Find

the ones you like and register at JBLMmwrRegistration.com.

If you’re hungry, flip to page 6 for details about improvements coming to the Club

at McChord Field and what’s waiting for you at MWR eateries — an outdoor party

space at Whispering Firs Golf Course and catering options at multiple locations. Look-

ing for fun with your food? Head to Lewis Main’s Sam Adams Brewhouse and Lewis

North’s Warrior Zone for big-screen sports viewing and delicious food and drink spe-

cials. Warrior Zone also has tourneys, games and food deals outlined on page 9.

If you like to be scared — or even if you don’t — check out Theatrical Nightmare’s A

Walk in the Dark (details on page 12). There’s a not-so-scary time for younger visitors

and those who want a tamer haunted house experience.

Lastly, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Turn to page 24 to learn

how you can join Armed Forces Community Service to take a stand to stop abuse and

help yourself or someone you know.

Cooler temperatures bring fall fun, from outdoor trips & great food to football viewing & Halloween frights

JBLM Family & MWRDirector, Family & MWR William E. Harvey

Creative director Toby Bartley

Promotions director Kelly Wetzel

Editor & graphic designer Kimberly Rowe

Writer/graphic designer Patti Jeffrey

Contributors Jessica Gomez and Jackie Kelly

Contributing photographers Scott Hansen, Tiffany Jones, Lional Kam, Kaweka Stoney and Sports staff

For commercial sponsorship or advertising inquiries, off-base businesses should contact Angela Frasier at 253-966-2256.

The JBLM “FOCUS” is an unofficial information source published monthly. All activities described herein, which are open to authorized patrons and, where applicable, guests, are subject to change; contact the activity for confirmation. Opinions are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent Family & MWR, Joint Base Lewis-McChord or any U.S. government entity. The use of a commercial sponsor logo or mention of a commercial sponsor or other organization does not constitute U.S. government endorsement. Submissions are welcome but may be edited for accuracy, clarity and style.

Visit us at JBLMmwr.com or fb.com/JBLMFamilyMWR.William E. HarveyDirector, Family & MWR at JBLM

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Take a fresh look at the ClubThe Club at McChord Field is complet-

ing the final touches of its year-long renovation. After the reopening, you’ll see more small conference spaces and a completely revamped area inside the res-taurant that creates a more streamlined customer flow. The menu is healthier and fresher as well.

“Customers are sure to enjoy healthy options with a built-in salad bar that features both salad staples and a variety of the day,” business operations manager Roger Disbrow says. “We’re also offering a

variety of premade sandwiches for dining

in or taking out, which can be heated

panini-style. We have a new pasta station

to-order that cooks the customer’s choice

of pasta and sauce while they watch. And

we’re definitely keeping customer favor-

ites at the grill, such as hamburgers and

chicken breast sandwiches.”

During the Club’s renovation, cater-

ing has still been available for patrons in

the ballrooms and conference areas. The

Club’s regular events, such as the annual

Thanksgiving Day buffet, haven’t been

affected.

The renovated restaurant is open to

everyone for weekday lunches. See the

complete menu at JBLMmwr.com.

The Club at McChord Field is located at

700 Barnes Blvd. at McChord Field.

Call 253-982-5581 for more informa-

tion.

Book your holiday parties nowThe Club is a popular venue for private,

unit, squadron and office holiday parties

with its large ballrooms, new conference

space, lounges and fireside room (with its

own bar, stage and room for dancing).

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You’re seeing renovations at MWR eateries that

reflect new styles and ways of dining out — and that’s a very good thing!

The new Samuel Adams Brewhouse

JBLM has seven big screens for viewing

NFL, ESPNU, SEC games and UFC. A

variety of Samuel Adams brews are

on tap, along with a few local brews.

Cocktails are also served in the bar.

The concept pairs brews and decor

that reflect the original Samuel Adams

Brewery in Boston, Mass. — aging bar-

rels with wood staves, exposed brick and

copper kettles — reminiscent of an old

brewhouse where friends would gather

after a hard day’s work to unwind and

have fun.

The menu offers favorite bar appetizers

and hearty sandwiches, sliders, pizzas

and burgers.

The adjacent dining room is being

offered as a small conference space with

WiFi, with food catered from American

Lake Conference Center. During popu-

lar events, such as sports playoffs and

championships, the space may become

an overflow seating area.

Sam Adams is at 2400 Bitar Ave. and

Division at Lewis Main. For more details,

call 253-964-2012.

Whispering Firs debuts new outdoor party space

Picture a spacious patio that wraps

around the back of the clubhouse with

toasty fireplaces and lots of seating

overlooking the golf course. A covered

outdoor kitchen with a grill, cooler and

kegerator is located at the far end, close

enough to connect with Habañero Mexi-

can Grill’s kitchen without disturbing

patrons.

“We have the ability to be flexible and

creative, feeding golfers outdoors at large

tournaments and, on weekends, catering

to customers like what you see at outdoor

food-trucks,” business operations man-

ager Roger Disbrow says.

The outdoor living area is open to

everyone who dines at Habañero, not just

golfers. Come see for yourself!

Whispering Firs Golf Course and

Habañero Mexican Grill are located at

895 Lincoln Blvd. at McChord Field. Call

253-982-2124 for more information.

A new Samuel Adams Brewhouse JBLM to be built at Eagles Pride

Yes, you heard right — Samuel Adams

Brewhouse is creating another hot spot

for dining at Eagles Pride Golf Course

(this location is open to the general

public, as well as golfers).

The Caddy Shack has permanently

closed for renovations that will be

completed in mid-2017. Watch for more

information next spring!

Catering all around JBLMNow’s the time to book all your

holiday parties if you wish to use the

venues available at JBLM. American

Lake Conference Center’s catering office

books parties not only on the prem-

ises, but books events at Samuel Adams

Brewhouse JBLM’s conference room

and the Bistro at Russell Landing (while

it’s closed for regular business Oct. 15–

March 30).

For menus, pricing and options, visit

AmericanLakeConferenceCenter.com or call

253-964-1209/966-3988.

The Club can accommodate parties

from 35–450 that include room rental

equipment and supplies. If you’re a Club

member, you can book the Club mem-

bers’ room for free (the lounge across

from the barber shop). If you’re not a

member, ask how to become a Club mem-

ber by calling the Club. Applications are

available at the Club office.

Discover all the options for your party,

including menus, online at JBLMmwr.com.

If you want to host a party that reflects

your style, yet is easy on your budget, call

the catering office at 253-982-8175.

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Enter Bowl Arena Lanes’ no-tap team tournaments

Have fun competing with other teams

at Bowl Arena Lanes’ new no-tap team

tourneys Saturdays, Oct. 15, Nov. 19 and

Dec. 10. Teams can be mix or match, and

play is a 90-percent handicap of 220.

Check in at noon, practice until 12:30

and start the three-game competition at

12:45.

The cost is $100 per four-person team

($25 per person); cash only. Reserve your

lanes now by calling 253-967-4661.

Bowl Arena Lanes is located at Lewis

Main at 2272 Liggett Ave.

Wine & Canvas combines fun & artRelease your inner artist — no experi-

ence needed! Reserve your spot for the

Club at McChord Field’s Wine & Canvas

event Friday, Oct. 21, 6–8:30 p.m.

You’ll get instruction and can see

samples of finished paintings to inspire

you. The cost is $30 for appetizers, a glass

of wine and all art supplies. Club mem-

bers save $3.

Call 253-982-5581/0718 for more

details and reservations. (You must be age

21 or older to attend.) The Club’s located

at 700 Barnes Blvd.

Pick winning teams for Football Frenzy

Samuel Adams JBLM and the Warrior

Zone are teaming up to bring you Foot-

ball Frenzy fun and prizes all season.

Visit either location for entry forms,

pick who you think the winners will be

for each week’s matchup, and you could

win weekly prizes!

At the end of the season, you’ll have a

chance to win an official NFL jersey from

the team of your choice (one winner per

location).

Dress up in your Bavarian best for the costume contest and come out to experience authentic food, brew and live entertainment at JBLM’s Oktoberfest Saturday, Oct. 1 in the MWR Fest Tent at Lewis Main from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Visit JBLMmwr.com/oktoberfest for complete details.

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Arts & Crafts Center October Clip ‘n Save Coupons

Arts & Crafts Center at McChord Field • 1121 Barnes Blvd. • 253-982-6726

Free Book-Binding Class(discount applies to instruction only)

Limit one coupon per customer. Valid only when presented in person.

No photocopies accepted. No cash value. Coupon is good Oct. 1–31, 2016.

Limit one coupon per customer per class. Valid only when presented in person.

No photocopies accepted. No cash value. Coupon is good Oct. 1–31, 2016.

Free Sculpting Class (discount applies to instruction only)

Drop by to watch games on the big

screens at either location while you enjoy

brew and food specials during happy

hour.

Sam Adams is at 2400 Bitar Ave. and

Division at Lewis Main. For more info,

call 253-964-2012.

The Warrior Zone is on the corner of

17th and D streets at Lewis North. Call

253-477-5756 for more details.

Party & play at the Warrior ZoneDrop by the Warrior Zone at Lewis

North seven days a week for fun, games

and parties. This month features:

• Season 7 premiere of “The Walking

Dead” in the theater at 6 and 9 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 23.

• A howlin’ good time Halloween party

Saturday, Oct. 29 at 9 p.m. with live

music and a costume contest.

Also join ongoing and televised events

at the Warrior Zone:

• Tuesdays, eight-ball pool tournament

at 6:30 p.m.

• Friday nights, Trading Card Game

Night at 9.

• Saturdays, PC: League of Legends at

2 p.m., Dungeons & Dragons meet up

at 5 and anime in the VIP room at 8.

• Sundays, NBA2K17 practice at 6 p.m.

• Televised events include UFC 204 Sat-

urday, Oct. 8, NFL games on Mondays,

Thursdays and Sundays, ESPNU, soccer

and NASCAR.

The WZ is on the corner of 17th and

D streets, open to ages 18 and older only.

For more info, call 253-477-5756.

Warrior Zone pairs food & funWhen you come out for events at the

Warrior Zone, take advantage of great-

tasting food and drink specials:

• Saturday, Oct. 8 during UFC 204, buy

a bratwurst or cheeseburger meal with

two sides for $5.50 on the patio.

• During the Halloween party Saturday,

Oct. 29, buy a pulled pork ($6) or hot

dog ($4.50) meal on the patio (each meal

includes baked beans or potato salad).

• Monday night football special: Flavored

margarita pitchers are only $6.50, and

buy a seven-inch pepperoni pizza with

six Buffalo wings for only $10.95.

• The first five people to sign up for a

gaming tourney receive $2 off a meal

in The Zone.

• Happy hour weekdays from 5–7 p.m.,

drafts beer pitchers are $2 off and a

draft beer cup or bottled beer is $1 off.

The WZ is on the corner of 17th and

D streets, open to ages 18 and older

only. For more info, call 253-477-5756.

Enjoy October at Sam AdamsSamuel Adams Brewhouse JBLM invites

you to watch sports, enjoy house events

and grab food and drink specials!

• “Boogie at the Brewhouse” Friday,

Oct. 7 from 8 p.m.–midnight. No cover

charge for DJ music.

• Come in for UFC 204 fights Saturday,

Oct. 8. Cover is $5.

• Listen to country-western singer Jerrod

Niemann live Wednesday, Oct. 26 and

get an autograph in the meet-n-greet!

• Enjoy the football season right here!

Catch all the NFL action Monday,

Thursday and Sunday nights live on big

screens, as well as ESPNU for Saturday

college games.

• Samuel Adams Brewhouse has a mug

room! Want your own mug? The Arts

& Crafts Center will personalize a mug

for you with your unit crest or squad-

ron logo, plus your name on the back

for only $18.50! Stop by the Arts &

Crafts Center, 1121 Barnes Blvd. at

McChord Field and order your mug

today! (Call 253-982-6723 for details.)

• Enjoy 16 brews on tap, plenty of food

and more! Happy hour is 4–6 p.m.

Get half-off appetizers, $2 off Sam

Adams draft pitchers and $1 off

domestic draft pitchers.

Sam Adams is at 2400 Bitar Ave. at

Division Drive at Lewis Main. For more

details, call 253-964-2012.

The Club appreciates it membersClub members — you’re being

appreciated at a free luncheon at the

Club at McChord Field Tuesday, Oct. 18

from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Family members and

guests can also attend for $5 each. No

reservations are needed.

The Club is at 700 Barnes Blvd. For

more information, call 253-982-5581.

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Hosted by CMT radio and TV personality

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Oct. 21, 22, 28 & 29, 7–11PMOct. 20 & 27, 7–10PM

Not-so-scary: Oct. 29, 3–5PM$10: ages 13 & older • $7: ages 12 & younger • $2: Not-so-scary walk

Call 253-967-5636 for more info.

Oct. 20 & 27, bring a new, unwrapped toy, coloring book & crayons or games for Santa’s Castle & pay

only $5 admission.

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Choose from events that make you scream with fright or pure delight — there’s something for everyone!

Dare to go on a Walk in the DarkConsider this fair warning: If you want

to scream like a baby, laugh hysterically

and feel ultra creeped out, this haunted

tour’s for you.

JBLM’s annual Theatrical Nightmare is

an interactive horror theater where you

become part of the show. Dare to enter

“A Walk in the Dark” at Shoreline Park, a

live Halloween event produced by BOSS

Oct. 21, 22, 28 and 29 from 7–11 p.m.

and Thursdays, Oct. 20 and 27, 7–10 p.m.

at the end of Shoreline Beach Road at

Lewis North.

If you love haunted tours so much that

you can’t leave the little kids at home, a

not-so-scary time for younger children is

available Saturday, Oct. 29 from 3–5 p.m.

The freaks won’t seem so frightening and

the daylight will ward off the walking

dead.

Thursdays, Oct. 20 and 27, donate a

new, unwrapped toy, coloring book with

crayons or a game for Santa’s Castle and

you’ll pay only $5 per person.

The cost for other nights is $10 per

person ages 13 and older and $7 for ages

12 and younger. The not-so-scary day

costs $2 per person.

Due to the large number of people go-

ing through the event, safety is para-

mount and emergency exits are available

throughout the exhibits. Guests are

always led through the show by guides,

and personnel who are trained in first aid

are onsite.

Actors who want to take part in the

production and other volunteers are

welcome before the event begins. If you

don’t mind wearing a mask or theatrical

makeup, or if you prefer to work behind

the scenes, contact BOSS at 253-967-5636.

Visit JBLMmwr.com for more details.

Get in on Family Monster MashThe Club at McChord Field has an epic

Halloween Monster Mash for Families

Friday, Oct. 28 from 6–8:30 p.m. with

music, games, contests, dancing and lots

of treats — wear your costumes!

The cost is $10 per adult and $8 per

child ages 3 and older. Reservation and

prepayment are required; for more infor-

mation, call 253-982-5581.

The Club is located at 700 Barnes Blvd.

Free Harvest Fest is fun for kidsJBLM youngsters through the fifth

grade and their Families are invited to

the Hillside Youth Center for the annual

JBLM Harvest Fest. The fun lasts from

noon–4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22. Come

enjoy free fun for everyone, including

carnival games, photo booth, bouncy

castle, cookies, candy, door prizes, arts

and crafts and more.

Hillside Youth Center is located at

6397 Garcia Blvd. at Lewis Main. For

more information, call 253-967-4441.

Attend storytime, get in on partyAdults with kids ages 4–8 can attend

any storytime at Book Patch Library in

October for an invitation to the Hallow-

een party Friday, Oct. 28 from 4–6 p.m.!

Storytimes are Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

and 3 p.m. and feature creepy stories and

crafts during October.

Book Patch is inside Grandstaff Library

at 2109 N. 10th & Pendleton at Lewis

Main. Call 253-967-5533 for details.

More parties & events!Other events and parties include:

• The third annual JBLM Zombie

Apocalypse Run the evening of Satur-

day, Oct. 8 (details on page 20). The

fun run is an exciting experience for

Families and friends, so invite everyone

you know. For registration details, visit

JBLMmwr.com/races.

• JBLM teens are invited to McChord

Library’s free Halloween party Friday,

Oct. 28 starting at 6 p.m.! Watch a

spooky movie with friends and enjoy

free snacks. Come dressed in your best

costume to get a chance to win an

awesome prize. Registration is required

on the library calendar of events at

JBLMmwr.com/libraries or by calling

253-982-3454. McChord Library is at

McChord Field, 851 Lincoln Blvd.

• Ages 18 and older can have a howlin’

good time at the Warrior Zones’s

Halloween party Saturday, Oct. 29 at

9 p.m. with live music and a costume

contest. The Warrior Zone is located at

Lewis North at 11592 17th and D St.

• JBLM youth ages 5–10 are invited to

McChord Library’s free Halloween

party Monday, Oct. 31 at 4 p.m. Wear

your costumes and join the spook-

tacularly good time with games, music,

treats and fun. Registration is required

at JBLMmwr.com/libraries on the events

calendar or by calling 253-982-3454.

McChord Library is at McChord Field,

851 Lincoln Blvd. on the ground floor.

For trick-or-treating safety tips and hours at JBLM, see page 23.

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Alpine Club meeting Climbers are

invited to the Alpine Club meeting

Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 6 p.m. The activity

and meeting location differ each month.

Members, check out JBLMalpineclub.

blogspot.com for more information.

Ape Cave adventure Head to Mount

St. Helens to explore the largest

continuous lava tube in the Western

Hemisphere. Sunday, Oct. 30, go

deep into the underside of a 2,000-

year-old lava flow to scramble over and

climb under volcanic formations. Two

features that must be traversed include

6-foot and 8-foot vertical walls and

numerous rock piles up to 20 feet high.

In this subterranean environment,

the average year-round temperature

remains a constant 45 degrees, so dress

warmly. Difficulty: moderate; distance:

3 miles; elevation gain: 250 feet. Mini-

mum age: 12. Depart from the North-

west Adventure Center at Lewis North

at 8 a.m. ($55)

The weather’s cooling off, but the fun with the Outdoor Recreation program is just heating up!

The cooling temperatures and earlier sunsets mean one thing — fall adventure season is here!

Fall favorites such as Ape Cave adventure and mountain bike trail rides are back, accompanied by new options (and sure to be crowd-pleasers) such as Lopez Island campout and Deception Pass photography.

Check out the trip descriptions on the following pages and fall into outdoor fun today. Transportation and gear are included in trip fees except where noted. Preregistration is required for all trips: enroll in person or at JBLMmwrRegistration.com.

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ATV RiderCourse™ In this half-day

course, ATV Safety Institute instructors

will guide you through the fun and

excitement of safely riding an ATV.

We ride rain or shine, so dress for the

weather Sunday, Nov. 6. ASI ATV Rider-

Course™ certification will be awarded

upon completion. Minimum age: 16.

Meet at the JBLM ORV Park at 9 a.m.

($35)

Bike the Carbon River Trail Bike

through the rainforest of Mount Rainier

National Park following the Carbon

River five miles toward Carbon Glacier

Saturday, Oct. 29. Parts of Carbon River

Road were washed out in the Novem-

ber 2006 floods, and the road is closed

to motor vehicle traffic. Bicyclists

now share the road with pedestrians.

Difficulty: easy; distance: 9.2 miles;

elevation gain: 600 feet; time: 3 hours.

Minimum age: 12. Meet at the North-

west Adventure Center at Lewis North

at 9:30 a.m. ($45)

Deception Pass campout Deception

Pass State Park is a gem of the Pacific

Northwest — the rugged cliffs drop to

meet the turbulent waters of Deception

Pass. The park has outstanding views,

old-growth forests, abundant wildlife,

sand dunes and a spectacular sunset.

Camp out at Deception Pass Nov. 11–13

and enjoy the parks’s shoreline, three

lakes and 38 miles of hiking trails with

views out of this world. Minimum age:

12. Depart from the Northwest Adven-

ture Center at Lewis North at 10 a.m.

($175)

Deception Pass photography Deception

Pass State Park may be the most visited

state park in Washington, but most

visitors only stay a minute as they drive

through on Highway 20. This park is

much more than just a viewpoint. Take

the closer look it deserves Nov. 11–13.

Spend the weekend photographing not

only this location but several others on

Whidbey Island and Fidalgo Island.

Enjoy the full gamut of photography

from landscape, nature and night pho-

tography. ($175)

Fall outdoor photography workshop From the deep reds of vine maple on

the western slopes to the golden yellow

of alpine larches on the eastern slope,

Washington’s diversity of flora in the

mountains makes for a spectacular fall

color display. But that’s not all that

makes the hillsides light up in autumn.

There are fiery reds and oranges in

huckleberry shrubs, brilliant yellows

of the aspens and a variety of different

berries in many hues — often against

a backdrop of a crisp blue sky. Learn to

capture all of nature’s beauty on film

in this fall photography workshop Sun-

day, Oct. 30. Minimum age: 12. Depart

from the Northwest Adventure Center

at Lewis North at 8 a.m. or McChord

Field’s Adventure Unlimited at 8:15.

($50)

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Harvest wine tour Head to the Olympic

Peninsula Saturday, Nov. 5 to be enter-

tained with games and prizes while

delighting your palate with harvest-

inspired appetizers and hand-crafted

artisan wines. This trip will include visits

to at least four wineries and a stop for

lunch in Port Angeles or Sequim. Trip fee

includes transportation, event admission,

a variety of wine samples and a commem-

orative glass. Minimum age: 21. Meet at

the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis

North at 9 a.m. or McChord Field’s

Adventures Unlimited at 9:15. ($75)

Introduction to standup paddleboarding Learn the basics of standup paddleboard-

ing in a fun group setting Saturday,

Oct. 29. Start on dry land learning the

correct paddle height and hand placement,

equipment overview, kneeling and stand-

ing on a board, as well as water safety and

SUP etiquette. Then on the water, learn

to safely get on and off the board, proper

standing technique, paddling technique,

turning the board, maneuvering over

small waves and self-rescue techniques.

Appropriate for all experience and fitness

levels. Minimum age: 12. Meet at the

Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis

North at 9 a.m. ($35)

Lopez Island campout Lopez Island is

full of many adventures and places wait-

ing to be explored — or you just can relax

and watch the day pass you by. With

some of the best camping in the San Juan

Islands and many beaches with natural

mystique, Lopez Island is the place for an

exciting and peaceful visit. Head to Lopez

Island Oct. 21–23 for a campout at beauti-

ful Spencer Spit State Park. Enjoy views

of the beautiful San Juans and miles of

beach. Minimum age: 12. Depart from

the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis

North at 6:30 a.m. ($200)

Macro-photography workshop There’s

no end to the potential subjects for

macro-photography. Rusty nails in a

barn, colorful flowers in a vase or fresh

fruit at a farmer’s market are all works of

art waiting for you to photograph them.

Classroom lectures introduce you to

creative macro composition techniques,

methods for adding subtle light to a

scene and specific equipment for macro-

photography, including extension tubes,

close-up filters and focusing rails. This

workshop is held Monday, Nov. 14 at the

Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis

North at 6 p.m. ($10)

Mountain bike Duthie Hill If you’ve

always wanted to give mountain biking

a try, this instructional ride Saturday,

Nov. 5 is for you! Spend the day learning

the basics while getting plenty of time

to work on your newfound skills.

Location may vary based on conditions.

Difficulty: easy; distance: 5–6 miles; ride

time: 4 hours. Minimum age: 12. Depart

from the Northwest Adventure Center at

8:30 a.m. ($35)

Sea kayak skills class Outdoor Recre-

ation offers five levels of two-hour kayak

skills classes.

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Outdoor adventure Date Cost Details

Sea kayak skills class Tuesday, Oct. 18 $25

Lopez Island campout Oct. 21–23 $200 Minimum age: 12

Bike the Carbon River Trail Saturday, Oct. 29 $45 Minimum age: 12

Intro to standup paddleboarding Saturday, Oct. 29 $35 Minimum age: 12

Ape Cave adventure Sunday, Oct. 30 $55 Minimum age: 12

Fall outdoor photography workshop Sunday, Oct. 30 $50 Minimum age: 12

Alpine Club meeting Wednesday, Nov. 2 FREE

Harvest wine tour Saturday, Nov. 5 $75 Minimum age: 21

Mountain bike Duthie Hill Saturday, Nov. 5 $35

ATV RiderCourse™ Sunday, Nov. 6 $35

Seattle night photography Sunday, Nov. 6 $65

Deception Pass campout Nov. 11–13 $175 Minimum age: 12

Deception Pass photography Nov. 11–13 $175 Minimum age: 12

Macro-photography workshop Monday, Nov. 14 $10

Preregistration is required for all trips; prices and schedule are subject to change without notice. Anyone younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Gear and transportation are included unless otherwise stated. Register via WebTrac (visit JBLMmwrRegistration.com) or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North. Confirm pick-up locations and times upon registration. Group rates and private trips are available; call for details. We’ll visit FRG meetings or unit functions to tell you about the great recreation and adventure options in the area. For more information, call 253-967-6263 or visit JBLMmwr.com.

Popular with Families Led by NAC expert guides

• Level one: proper paddling techniques

and how to buddy-rescue.

• Level two: edging maneuvers and self-

rescue.

• Level three: recovery techniques and

muscle memory exercises for the roll.

• Level four: multiday kayak trip prep

and t-rescue.

• Level five: the roll.

The next sea kayak skills class is Tuesday,

Oct. 18. You may start at any time and

master as many of the levels as you’d

like! Meet at Kimbro Pool inside McVeigh

Sports & Fitness Center at 7:30 p.m. Mini-

mum age: 12 ($25)

Seattle night photography Just because

the sun’s gone down doesn’t mean your

day of photography has to end! Take a

journey of Seattle after dark Sunday,

Nov. 6. Night photography is fast becom-

ing one of the most popular forms of dig-

ital photography, so check it out! Depart

from the Northwest Adventure Center at

Lewis North at 3 p.m. or McChord Field’s

Adventures Unlimited at 3:15. ($65)

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jblm zombie apocalypse 5k runCan you survive the outbreak?

Register now for 5K Run/Walk (if you dare!) and a 1K Kids’ Monster Dash at

JBLMmwr.com/races. It’s all Saturday, Oct. 8 at Lewis North. The Kids’ Monster Dash

is at 4 p.m., followed by Zombie Run heats at 6, 6:30 and 7. Participants will receive

custom finisher medals.

For the best pricing, register early. Through Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 11:59 p.m., military

ID cardholders pay $20 for the 5K and $7 for the 1K. Non-military ID cardholders pay

$30 for the 5K and $10 for the 1K. T-shirts are not guaranteed. Day-of-race registration

is available onsite (military ID cardholders pay $25 for the 5K and $10 for the 1K; non-

military ID cardholders pay $35 for the 5K and $15 for the 1K). Participants without

military ID must have valid ID in accordance with the Real ID Act.

Visit JBLMmwr.com/races for details and call 253-967-4768 for more information.

Fall sports & fitness options

/JBLMSportsFitnessAquatics/JBLMraces

triumph commander’s cup series 5kThe 5K Championship is Oct. 21 —mark your calendars

Open to active duty Service mem-

bers, the Triumph Commander’s Cup

Series 5K Championship is Friday,

Oct. 21. Registration is available only

on the day of the race and begins at

5:30 a.m. at the MWR Fest Tent at

Lewis Main. The race starts at 6. For

more information, call Intramural

Sports at 253-967-4768.

triumph commander’s cup series 2-mile raceRace for the finish in the 2-Mile Championship Nov. 4

The Triumph Commander’s Cup

Series 2-Mile Championship is Friday,

Nov. 4. Registration is day-of-race only

at the Lewis Main MWR Fest Tent

beginning at 5:30 a.m. The race starts

at 6. The race is open to active duty

Service members only. For more infor-

mation, call Intramural Sports at

253-967-4768.

alpha warrior military demoTest your skills on the obstacle course!

Do you have what it takes to be an

Alpha Warrior? Prove it! Saturday,

Nov. 5, you’re invited to test your skills

on eight elite obstacles on an Alpha

Warrior rig built just for the military

community! See ad at right for details.

sports, fitness & aquatics

Are you ready for the Zombie Apocalypse?

Courtesy Sports staff

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this fall, ‘play tolearn’ with us!Children’s Museum of Tacomabrings fun to JBLM

Join the Children’s Museum of Tacoma

at Raindrops & Rainbows Parent and

Child Play Center and Escape Zone

Wednesdays this fall for Play to Learn!

The fun is 10–11:30 a.m. at Escape Zone,

and 1:30–3 p.m. at Raindrops & Rain-

bows. Play to Learn is a free program that

brings the fun to your neighborhood —

the collaborative program is for youth

ages 6 and younger and their parents,

grandparents, friends, Family and neigh-

bors and includes themed curriculum to

encourage individual play.

You’re invited to stop in for activities,

songs and group circle time that children

and adults will enjoy together. Upcoming

dates include: Oct. 5, 12, 19 and Nov. 2.

There is no Play to Learn event Oct. 26.

Escape Zone is located at McChord

Field, 841 Fairway Rd. (off Lincoln

Boulevard) and Raindrops & Rainbows

is located at 8197 American Lake Ave. at

Lewis North.

Fall fun for JBLM youthyouth

Tiffany Jones

Details on a lacrosse field trip & more: /JBLMcyss

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Trick-or-treat at JBLM Monday, Oct. 31, 6–8 p.m.

As your children start considering their costumes, take a few minutes to review these tips to make this year’s trick-or-treat-ing experience a safe one.• Ensure your child’s costume is brightly

colored and reflective. The costume should be short enough so they don’t trip and shoes should fit well.

• Consider using make-up or face paintinstead of masks so your child’s eyesight isn’t hindered.

• Bring along flashlights and/or glow sticks.Your child may enjoy wearing a glow bracelet or necklace.

• Always go with your child as they trick-or-treat, or send them with another responsible adult. For older children who go trick-or-treating with friends, agree on a route and a return time.

• Only go to homes with a porch light onand never enter a home or car for a treat.

• Remain on well-lit streets and always usethe sidewalk. If no sidewalk is available, walk at the far edge of the roadway facing traffic.

• Never cut across yards or use alleys, andonly cross streets as a group in estab-lished crosswalks. Never cross between parked cars or out driveways.

Parents, remember to sort and check your child’s candy before they eat any-thing. Rationing treats for the days after Halloween can help prevent a sugar high.

JBLM residents, check your housing newsletter for a “Trick-or-Treaters Welcome Here” sign. Post if you’re participating. Families, look for these signs on doors at JBLM houses while trick-or-treating.

open house eventLearn what SKIES is all about!

SKIESUnlimited, your go-to location

for gymnastics, karate, dance and more,

is opening its doors to the JBLM com-

munity. You’re invited Friday, Oct. 7,

4–6 p.m. to a harvest-themed open

house where children may try classes

and meet instructors. There will be

games and prizes, and costumes are

encouraged. SKIES is located at Lewis

Main, 6398 Garcia Blvd. For more infor-

mation, call 253-966-3539.

have fun, win prizes at harvest festAnnual event is fall fun at its finest!

You’re invited to the annual Harvest

Fest Saturday, Oct. 22 from noon–4 p.m.

at Hillside Youth Center! Enjoy games

and a bounce castle, and get creative with

arts and crafts and a cookie station. Plus,

pose for snapshots in the photo booth.

There will also be door prizes and candy.

Hillside Youth Center is located at Lewis

Main, 6397 Garcia Blvd. For more infor-

mation, call 253-967-4441.

fun with skiesGet colorful with costumed fun!

Something new is happening at

SKIESUnlimited — the costumed fun is

now year-round! Children came to class

in costumes this summer — weekly

themes were superheroes, red, white,

blue and you for the Summer Olympics,

favorite story characters and under the

sea — and it was a huge hit! Keep an eye

on fb.com/JBLMcyss to find out the theme

for your next class!

fall youth sportsEnroll now for basketball and cheerleading!

Recreational in nature, seasonal team

sports with Child, Youth & School

Services are enrolling now. Choose from:

• Lil’ Dribblers basketball. Enroll

youngsters ages 3–4 Oct. 1–26 for $20.

The parent meeting is Saturday, Nov. 5,

and the season runs Nov. 7–Dec. 15.

• Basketball or cheerleading. Enroll

youth ages 5–15 Oct. 1–26 for $55 each.

The parent meeting is Saturday, Nov. 5,

and the seasons run Nov. 7–Jan. 21.

• Special Olympics basketball and

cheerleading. Both sports are open to

youth ages 8–18 with and without

special needs. Enrollment begins Mon-

day, Oct. 31. Each costs $50.

Coming next month — enrollment for

winter break sports camps.

Register with CYSS (you must have a

current sports physical on file) and then

enroll for sports (and classes, hourly

care and more) at JBLMcyssRegistration.

com. For additional information, call

253-967-2405.

Fall fun for JBLM youthIndoor & outdoor fun makes most of the season!

Trick-or-treating

& safetyfun

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Substance abuse prevention joins afcsReduce lifestyle risk factors for healthy outcomes for AFCS-SAP

JBLM AFCS is excited to announce

that the former JBLM Armed Forces

Substance Abuse Program now falls

under AFCS and is called AFCS Subst-

ance Abuse Prevention. Although slight-

ly different than other installations,

at JBLM Substance Abuse Prevention is

welcomed to AFCS as a complement to

the prevention and education programs

currently offered.

AFCS SAP provides education and

early intervention to help commanders,

civilian supervisors and the JBLM com-

munity reduce lifestyle risk factors

to increase healthy outcomes. The

program is committed to understand-

ing supported units and the missions,

anticipating what’s needed to sustain

mission readiness and proudly serving

as a valued member of the commander’s

battle staff.

AFCS SAP looks forward to deepen-

ing its partnership with AFCS services in

the shared mission of supporting JBLM's

Service members, Family members and

DA civilians.

For additional information about

AFCS-SAP, visit JBLMafcs.com or call

253-967-2202/968-6765. Plus, you may

also register for upcoming AFCS-SAP

training (and other AFCS classes) at

JBLMafcs.checkappointments.com.

military & Family readiness

Be the voice of change at JBLMlearn how to help someone in an abusive relationship

rally family & friends for “make a difference day”

register for free classes & workshops

Learn warning signs and what you can do to help someone in an abusive relationship

Many articles have been written about the impact of domestic violence on survivors. In the incidents where victims are killed, loved ones are often left to deal with the pain and grief. Nothing in life prepares survivors for the tragedy of losing a loved one to murder by an intimate partner.

Join Lane Judson at the Club at McChord Field Friday, Oct. 21 as he shares the powerful story of his daughter Crystal Judson Brame. After years of abuse within her relationship, Crystal was killed by her police chief husband, David Brame, who then killed himself. On her deathbed, Patty and Lane Judson promised Crystal to do something so that others wouldn’t have to go through what she did. Judson will discuss warning signs and what can be done to help others who may be in an abusive situation. The Crystal Judson Family Justice Center in Tacoma serves as a memorial to keep her name alive and as a testimonial to the reality of how deadly domestic violence situations can be.

To register for the JBLM Domestic Violence Awareness Training and to hear Lane Judson share his story, go to JBLM-dv-training-2016.eventbrite.com. Light refreshments will be available; registration is limited.

/JBLMafcs

how can you make a difference at Jblm?Rally your friends & Family for ‘Make a Difference Day’

You’re invited to join the millions of Americans who rally into a single day of action

to help change the world. Share your community spirit at JBLM and get your unit,

organization and/or Family, neighbors and friends involved in “Make a Difference

Day” Saturday, Oct. 22. Adopt a project off the current project list or register a project

of your choice with the Installation Volunteer Corps office. Even a small project can

make a difference! Deadline to adopt/register a project is Friday, Oct. 14. Adopt a proj-

ect at JBLM-make-a-difference-day-2016.eventbrite.com and call 253-967-2324 for details.

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month

2016

Speak Up Be Part of the Solution

facebook.com/jblmAFCS #DVAM

Be the voice of change at JBLM

Domestic violence

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military family appreciation monthRegister now for the 10th annual JBLM Family Treasure Hunt

If your military Family likes to have

fun together, don’t miss this event in

honor of JBLM military Families during

Military Family Appreciation Month! Join

AFCS for the 10th annual JBLM Family

Treasure Hunt Nov. 1–21. Registration for

this event runs Oct. 17–31 at JBLM-family-

treasure-hunt-2016.eventbrite.com.

Here’s how the treasure hunt works:

Families have 21 days to find as many items

as they can from a list of 50, take 15 photos

according to instructions on the list and

answer 10 trivia questions. Prizes for the

top eight Families will be announced at the

Holiday Tree Lighting Reception Thursday,

Dec. 1, 5 p.m. at the MWR Fest Tent.

yakima training center programs & servicesYTC welcomes newcomers and offers AFCS classes

Even though Yakima Training Center

is on the other side of the state, it’s

still a part of JBLM and AFCS wants

to familiarize Service members and

Families with local resources. Attend

an upcoming YTC Newcomers’

Orientation (offered on the third

Thursday of each month; upcoming

dates include Oct. 20 and Nov. 17) and

learn about resources such as housing,

employment, ID Cards/DEERS, Child,

Youth & School Services, AFCS, Tricare

and more. Complimentary snacks and

beverages will be provided. For details,

call 509-577-3114. Register at JBLMafcs.

checkappointments.com (Under Yakima

Training Center Classes).

book your unit’s holiday party at family resource centerReservations open Oct. 20

The window for FRC December holi-

day party reservations opens Thursday,

Oct. 20. New this year, you can make

your reservation online at JBLMafcs.

checkappointments.com (under AFCS

Family Resource Center) beginning at

9 a.m. This event is open to units/squad-

rons, FRGs, booster clubs and JBLM

private organizations. Party availability

is daily in December for four-hour blocks

(10 a.m.–2 p.m., 2–6 p.m. and 6–10 p.m.).

Maximum capacity of the facility is 125.

For more information, visit JBLMmwr.com/

acs/afcs_frc.html or call 253-967-9496.

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Select AFCS events Date Details

Ready to Rent Mondays 253-967-1453

Overseas Briefing Mondays 253-967-3633

Toddler & Young Child Play Group (ages 1–3) Tuesdays 253-967-5901

Baby Play Group Thursdays 253-967-5901

123 Magic Tuesdays, Oct. 4–25 253-967-5901

ScreamFree Marriage Tue/Thu, Oct. 4–20 253-967-5901

Launching Hope Tue/Thu, Oct. 4–18 253-967-5901

ACT Men Mon/Wed, Oct. 5–Nov. 2 253-967-5901

AFFAP Focus Group — Youth Saturday, Oct. 15 253-967-3689

Survivors & Families Saturday, Oct. 15 253-966-5047

Home-Buying Basics Tuesday, Oct. 18 253-967-1453

Joint Newcomers’ Orientation Tuesday, Oct. 18 253-967-3633 253-982-2695

One Step Beyond Volunteer Management Tuesday, Oct. 18 253-967-2324

Prime for Life Tuesdays, Oct. 18/Nov. 2 253-967-1414

Reintegration (Reunion) for Family members Tuesday, Oct. 18 253-967-8430

Financially Fit Wednesday, Oct. 19 253-967-1453

Re-Entry Workshop Wednesday, Oct. 19 253-967-3633

Smooth Move Workshop Wednesday, Oct. 19 253-982-2695

The Complete Federal Résumé Thursday, Oct. 20 253-982-WORK

FRC Holiday Party Reservation Thursday, Oct. 20 253-967-9496

AFFAP Focus Group Friday, Oct. 21 253-967-3689

Domestic Violence Awareness Training Friday, Oct. 21 253-967-5901

Make a Difference Day Saturday, Oct. 22 253-967-2324

Spouse Transition Course Oct. 24–26 253-982-WORK

FRG 101 for Commanders & 1SGs Wednesday, Oct. 26 253-967-8430

Planning for Holiday Spending Workshop Wednesday, Oct. 26 253-967-1453

Smooth Move Workshop (overseas) Thursday, Oct. 27 25-982-2695

ACT Women Tue/Thu, Nov. 1–29 253-967-5901

Credit Reports & Credit Repair Tuesday, Nov. 1 253-967-1453

Interview-Ready Workshop Tuesday, Nov. 1 253-982-WORK

Financially Fit Wednesday, Nov. 2 253-967-1453

Job Fair Success Workshop Wednesday, Nov. 2 253-982-WORK

Understanding AER Policies & Procedures Wednesday, Nov. 2 253-967-1453

AFFTB Military Knowledge Class Nov. 3–4 253-967-2382

Re-Entry Workshop Thursday, Nov. 3 253-967-3633

International Spouse Orientation — Cooking demo Friday, Nov. 4 253-967-3628

Baby Boot Camp Saturday, Nov. 5 253-967-5901

ACT Men Mon/Wed, Nov. 7–Dec. 7 253-967-5901

Spouses Out on the Town Tuesday, Nov. 8 253-967-3633

Checking Account Maintenance Refresher Wednesday, Nov. 9 253-967-1453

JBLM Naturalization Ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 9 253-967-3633

Planning for Holiday Spending Workshop Wednesday, Nov. 9 253-967-1453

Identity Theft & Consumer Awareness Thursday, Nov. 10 253-967-1453

U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services Workshop Thursday, Nov. 10 253-982-2695

For additional AFCS classes and briefings available (including those at Yakima, call 253-967-7166 or visit JBLMafcs.checkappointments.com. For details, call the phone number listed, visit the event calendar at JBLMmwr.com or “like” us at fb.com/JBLMafcs. Call 253-967-3633 or 253-982-2695 for information.

resiliency tip of the monthCooler temps — and change — is in the air at FOCUS Project

The leaves are changing color and there’s a slight chill in

the air — autumn’s arrived! The changing of seasons is an

exciting time and can also signal a time for change in our

Family and relationships.

What changes do you want to see for yourself or for your

Family? Perhaps you feel that now’s the time to change old

habits for more efficient ones? Maybe you want to make

more “me” time to recoup from a busy day?

The FOCUS program works with Families just like yours to

teach skills that help you be more successful and make the

most of seasonal changes. FOCUS is located at 2013B N. 3rd St.

(at Pendleton Avenue) in Room 331. For more information,

call 253-966-6390 or email JBLM@focusproject.org. You may

also visit FocusProject.org or fb.com/FOCUSresiliencytraining.

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Lego clubGet creative at McChord Library

Bring your children to McChord

Library’s Lego Club so they can create

and build to their hearts’ content!

It’s held on the first Friday of every

month at 4 p.m. — the next workshop

is Oct. 7. The library will provide the

Lego bricks and your children provide the

imagination. To reserve your space (space

is limited), visit the library’s “Calendar

of Events” page at JBLMmwr.com or call

253-982-3454.

yoga storytimeLiterature + fitness = fun!

JBLM Families are invited to come to

Book Patch Wednesday, Oct. 5 for yoga

storytime. There are two times to get fit

with a story — 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. No

registration is required. This monthly

event is brought to you by WarriorOne

Lewis-McChord! For more information,

call 253-967-5533.

calling all teens!Join Teen Advisory Committee

Teens, you can have a voice in

programming at McChord Library!

Join the Teen Advisory Committee

to discuss everything from books to

events and programs. The group meets

Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 4 p.m.

adult coloring funRelax & enjoy the quiet before the holiday rush

Relax at McChord Library with quiet

libraries

Effective this month, JBLM libraries have new operating hours:

Grandstaff Library is open weekdays 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Book Patch Library is open

weekdays 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; and McChord Library is open weekdays 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

time before the holidays at an adults-only

coloring party Wednesday, Oct. 12 at

noon. Colored pencils, pages to color and

refreshments are provided. No registration

required. For details, call 253-982-3454.

girls clubCraft, create & conversate

Book Patch Library presents Come

Craft, Create and Conversate Girls Club!

For ages 8–15, the club meets Friday,

Oct. 14, 6–7:30 p.m. The Halloween-

themed event is called “Coffin Corner.”

No registration is required. For more

information, call 253-967-5533.

‘novel navigators’Join McChord Library’s book club

Come to McChord Library Wednes-

day, Oct. 12 to discuss “The Lifeboat” by Charlotte Rogan. “Novel Naviga-tors,” the book discussion group for adults, meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. Register in

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person to receive a copy (limited

number available). For additional

information, call 253-982-3454.

sensory-friendly storytimeBooks come alive at Book Patch

In collaboration with SKIESUnlimited,

Book Patch Library offers sensory-

friendly storytime Wednesday, Oct. 19

at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Explore sights,

sounds, smells and tastes with crafts

during this 20–30 minute event. For

more information, call 253-967-5533.

calling all geeks!Join Geek Club at McChord Library

There are only two rules when it

comes to Geek Club — respect the geek

and talk about Geek Club. Bring your

brain, passion and favorite references

to McChord Library the last Thursday

of each month at 5 p.m. Discuss

cosplay, anime, manga, LARP and

everything geek at the next meeting

Oct. 27. For additional information,

call 253-982-3454.

McChord Library is located at 851 Lincoln Blvd. at McChord Field; 253-982-3454. Grandstaff Library is located at Lewis Main, 2109 N. 10th St. (at Pendleton Avenue); 253-967-5889. Book Patch is located inside Grandstaff; 253-967-5533.

T e e n R e ad Wee k s tory c on te s t a t Boo k Patc h Li braryEnter Book Patch Library’s short story contest Oct. 9–15. Create the most spine-tinglingly

awesome short story ever written using only titles from the spines of books for a chance to win. Your short story must be created from books from our “Young Adult” collection. The contest is open to ages 12–17 in celebration of Teen Read Week. For more information, call 253-967-5533.

haunting story hourGhoulishly fun event for ages 4–8 at Book Patch Library

Kids, attending just one of Book Patch Library’s regular Spooktacular Wednesday

storytimes in October guarantees your admittance to our ghoulishly fun, mummified,

haunting, treat-filled Halloween party Friday, Oct. 28, 4–6 p.m. The fun is for ages

4–8. Wednesday storytimes are at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. For more information, call

253-967-5533. Be there or beware!

Teen movie madnessSpooky Halloween fun for teens

Come dressed to impress at McChord Library Friday, Oct. 28 for a spooky Halloween

movie party. The fun starts at 6 p.m. and includes snacks and a costume contest with

your friends! The best costume wins a ghoulishly awesome prize! For more informa-

tion, call 253-982-3454.

halloween partyCalling all kiddos to McChord Library for Halloween fun!

Tell your mummy that you want to come to McChord Library Monday,

Oct. 31 at 4 p.m. With games, food and fun, it’ll be a bone-chilling good time for

ages 5–10. Come in costume. Registration is required and begins Monday, Oct. 17 —

visit the library’s “Calendar of Events” page at JBLMmwr.com or call 253-982-3454.

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Enroll your teen in a Madigan School Based Health Center! Preserve valuable classroom time for military students and receive safe, quality care by Madigan providers at school.

Madigan School Based Health Centers are available at:

• Mann Middle School• Pioneer Middle School• Woodbrook Middle School• Lakes High School• Steilacoom High School• Harrison Prep• Rogers High SchoolFor more information call the Madigan Pediatrics Adolescent Clinic at 253-968-1980 or log on to: www.mamc.amedd.army.mil.

School's back in session!

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Energy Awareness Month Poster Contest for JBLM Schools

Save energy Save DoD dollars Protect our environment

Who can enter: Grades 1–5 from JBLM schools (Enter via your classroom teacher)

Deadline: October 14, 2016

Winners announced: October 31, 2016

Vote for your favorite at

Submittals will be posted by October 19. Winning designs will be displayed in the Exchange.

Clover Park School District does not sponsor this activity and assumes no responsibility for it.

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