www.BelvoirMWR.com Issue: October 1-5, 2012

Make Plans to Attend:

17th Annual Oktoberfest October 4-7, 2012 Fremont Field It’s almost time for the highly anticipated annual event. Oktoberfest is a four day festival, highlighting German food, music and dancing. For all necessary Oktoberfest information and details, please visit: http://www.belvoirmwr.com/Features/Oktoberfest/

Volksmarch As part of the 17th annual Oktoberfest Celebration, Fort Belvoir and Northern Virginia Volksmarchers sponsor a sanctioned 10K with an alternate 5K Volksmarch 6-7 Oct 2012. Volksmarch is German for “all people’s walk”. This Volksmarch is non-competitive and the

route takes you through North Post trails, the golf course and sidewalks. The Volksmarch is open to the public and walkers can start anytime between 10 AM and 2 PM but the route must be completed by 5 PM both days. The Volksmarch start/finish area is outside the fest grounds near Goethals Road. The event is free, however, since it is a sanctioned event, each participant has to opportunity to pay for credit and an award. Pets are allowed on the Volksmarch route but not on the fest grounds. For more information contact Kristin Mayer at Kristin.b.mayer.naf@mail.mil or 703-805-2394.

Get Involved/ Oktoberfest Volunteers Needed Help contribute to the success of Fort Belvoir’s 2012 Oktoberfest! MWR is currently recruiting volunteers; call 703-805-9239 or visit the Oktoberfest page for additional information: http://www.belvoirmwr.com/Features/Oktoberfest/#volunteer Thank you for supporting this event and the Fort Belvoir community!

Garrison Field Day – October 12 The following DFMWR facilities will have altered hours of operation during the Garrison Field day on October 12: CYSS will be closed all day Community Center will be open 8 to 10 a.m. and 3:30 to 8 p.m. Graves Fitness Center will be open 5 to 10 a.m. and 3 to 9 p.m. Body Shop will be open 5:30 to 10 a.m. and 3 to 8 p.m. Specker Field House will be open 6 to 10 a.m. and 3 to 8 p.m. Benyaurd Pool will be open 6 to 10 a.m. and 3:30 to 8 p.m.

DFMWR TEMPORARY CLOSURES DFMWR apologizes for any inconvenience these closures may cause. DFMWR is invested in improving facilities to ensure the health and safety of our customers. For status updates regarding DFMWR facilities please visit the following weblink: MWR: Hard At Work For You

Kawamura Center Wood Shop Closed The Wood Shop is temporarily CLOSED due to safety issue with the dust collection ventilation system. Although repairs are underway, it is unclear when the Wood Shop will be able to reopen and resume normal operating hours. All scheduled classes are cancelled until further notice.

Van Noy Library Closed The library will re-open once all renovations have been inspected. Please return checked-out Van Noy Library materials to the book drop at Van Noy Library Building 1024, 5966 12th Street

Travel Camp Construction Area Safety The new travel camp construction is underway between Johnson and Morrow Roads. Construction signs are posted. Runners and other pedestrians must remain on the

pedestrian walk way around the construction area. It is very important that individuals stay on the designated path and out of the way of the heavy equipment. We thank everyone for their compliance in the name of safety. If you have questions about the pedestrian walkway or the project, call 703-806-3940.

Twilight Golf hours Starting Monday, 1 October, and ending Wednesday, 31 October, the Golf Course changes the start time of Twilight golfing to 4 p.m. Beginning on Thursday, 1 November, fee revert the winter rates. Call 703-806-5878 for details

ACS Symposium October is the Domestic Violence Awareness month. Join us on October 2 at ACS for a free Symposium with Col. Gregory Gadson from 1 to 3 p.m. Bldg.200. For more information, please call 703-805-1832.

Tools for Organization Workshop ACS is hosting an new EEMP workshop is designed to teach you how to organize your important documents and stay prepared for the many demands of military life. The workshop is on Friday October 5 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. For more information, please call 703-805-5435.

New Functional Fitness Training Session A new 8 week Functional Fitness session is starting October 29. The class times are the following: M/W/F 5:30, 6:30 and 11:30 a.m. and Tues/Thurs 6p.m. Pre-registeration is required at Graves or Bodyshop. Active duty registration opens October 8 and Civilian registration opens October 15. For more information, please call 703-806-5368.

New Classes at Frame Shop New Basic Stain Glass class scheduled to start Thursday October 11 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. It is a 7 session class. The cost is $100 plus supplies. The Frame Shop is also offering a Basic Framing Class on Saturday October 20 from 8 a.m. to Noon. The cost for this class is $65 and includes all materials. For more information or to register for either class, please call the Frame Shop at 703-806-4655.

Get moving and see the Countryside If you enjoying walking or hiking, join the ODR Trailblazers Hiking Interest Group. Plan your fall hiking now! 6 and 7 Oct: Oktoberfest Volksmarch, Fort Belvoir, VA 20 Oct: Cascade Falls, VA 27 Oct: Rose River and River Loop, Shenandoah, VA 3 Nov: Old Rag, Shenandoah, VA 12 Nov: Manassas Battle Fields, VA- Veterans Day Hike 17 Nov: Sky Meadows State Park, VA 24 Nov: Tuscarora/Paddy Run Shuttle Hike, VA

1 Dec: Wild Cat Mountain, VA 8 Dec: Duncan Knob, VA 15 Dec: Sugar Loaf Mountain, MD

There is no fee to join the group but there is a $10 fee per hike to cover transportation costs. Advance hike pre-paid cards are available for up to 10 hikes. For more information call 703-805-3081 or email brianna.m.kipper.naf@mail.mil.

Upcoming: CYSS Community Outreach Staff from Child, Youth & School Services will be offering enrichment activities at the housing community centers & the Fort Belvoir Community Center. All activities are free. Children and youth must be accompanied by an adult. Activities are held 10 a.m. to noon. For more information please call 805-1906. It’s Fall Y’all Wednesday, 3 October, at Lewis Village Community Center Tuesday, 9 October, at Fairfax Village Community Center Thursday, 11 October, at George Washington Community Center Tuesday, 16 October, at Vernondale Village Community Center Friday, 19 October, at Dogue Creek Community Center Wednesday, 24 October, at Woodlawn Village Community Center

Parents’ Night Out Starting making your plans. Pre-register your children. Saturday October 13 CYS Services is hosting an evening childcare for children ages 6weeks to 5 years. Tickets are $20 per child and include a snack. Children must be registered with CYS Services. For more information or to register, please call 703-806-4344.

Kids’ Night Out Starting making your plans. Pre-register your children. Saturday October 13 CYS Services is hosting a fun night out for children grades K-6th. Tickets are $20 per child and include a snack. Children must be registered with CYS Services. For more information or to register, please call 703-805-9100.

Member-Guest Golf Tournament, October 12-13 Register now until Sept 29 and save $50 for the annual 2-day Member-Guest Golf Tournament. The 2 day golf tournament will have great golf, good food, music and great door prizes. For more information or to register contact the Golf Club at 703-806-5878.

Pumpkin Carving Party –October 20 Prepare for Halloween by carving a pumpkin! This family activity at the Fort Belvoir Officers’ Club is perfect for the kids. This event is open to both members and nonmembers. $8 includes a pumpkin, paint, carving kit and lunch. Pre-paid reservations are required. For additional information and to save your spot, please call 703-780-0930.

Turkey Trot 10k/ 5k Saturday November 17 is your opportunity to beat your personal running best. Fort Belvoir’s Turkey Trot 10k/5k on Middleton Road is a social, fun and challenging competitive race. Don’t miss the early bird price $15 now until November 1. Download the registration packet online at http://belvoirmwr.com/Facilities/SportsFitness/#5K If any questions, please contact the Graves Fitness Center at 703-806-3873/5368.

Thanksgiving Day Buffet Come celebrate Thanksgiving November 22 at the Officer’s Club. Advanced registration required. Registration opens for Officer’s Club members on October 15 for pre-paid booking. For more information, please contact the Officer’s Club at 703-780-0930.

Brunch with Santa Claus Come enjoy great food and get your picture taken with Santa on December 9 at the Officer’s Club. Advanced registration is open for Officer’s Club Members on October 17 for pre-paid booking. For more information, please call 703-780-0930.

Military Insignia Fair – November 4 Join us for a Military Insignia Fair, where you can buy, sell, trade or collect various Military Memorabilia from all over the world and from every imaginable ear. Event begins at 8 a.m. for vendors to set up between 7 to 8 a.m. Customers can participate from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Belvoir Road and Taylor Road, building 1200. For more information, please contact the Community Center at 703-805-3714.

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LUNCH MENUS

GOLF CLUB Includes soup du jour, salad bar, vegetable du jour & dessert bar, $11.50. $9.50, Soup and Salad Only. Belvoirmwr.com/Golf

MONDAY-FRIDAY, 11 AM-1:30 PM October 1-5, 2012

MONDAY Scrambled Eggs, Bacon & Sausage Biscuits N Gravy Pancakes w/ Syrup Fried Chicken Mashed Potatoes

TUESDAY Country Fried Steak Pork Osso Bucco Mashed Potatoes Steamed Rice WEDNESDAY Lasagna w/ Italian Sausage Veal Cordon Bleu Cheese Manicotti

THURSDAY LT'S Crispy Fried Chicken Steak Fajitas Spanish Rice Mac & Cheese

FRIDAY Blackened Chicken Alfredo Pecan Crusted Tilapia Steamed Rice Herb Fettuccine

OFFICERS’ CLUB Our fabulous All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet includes salad bar, soup du jour, chili con carne and dessert for only $9.95. MONDAY-FRIDAY, 11 AM-1:30 PM October 1-5, 2012 Menu currently unavailable. Please check online at Belvoirmwr.com and select the Officers’ Club tab.

BOWLING CENTER LUNCH SPECIALS Belvoirmwr.com/Bowling

MONDAY-FRIDAY 11:30 AM-2 PM Monday, October 1, Vortex Grill is closed for maintenance. Menu currently unavailable. Please check online at Belvoirmwr.com and select the Bowling Center tab.

Also available on post… -

Bozzelli Bros. Deli At the Fort Belvoir Community Center! Complete menu at Belvoirmwr.com/Bozzellis