Wreaths Accross America purchase benefits North Carolina Military Youth

Things military parents should know about Tutor.com

Fire Safety MonthKeep flames contained with a few safety tips

It’s gonna be SpookyRaleigh Boo FestivalLenoir Trunk or Treat

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FAMILY MATTERSVolume 5, Issue 10, October 2014

04 2014NorthCarolinaStateFairNorth Carolina State Fair is happening this October with lots of fun, including a

performance by the North Carolina National Guard 440th Army Band.

05 OctoberisBullyingPreventionMonthGarrett Gerber (age 12) attended the Anti-bullying Workshop at the 2014 North

Carolina National Guard Youth Camp. Gerber shares with us his experience

during the workshop. Gerber’s father, Lt. Col. John Gerber, serves with

Detachment 4 of the North Carolina National Guard 139th Regiment.

06 UpcomingTeenCouncilMeetingsPlan to be at one of the upcoming Teen Council meeting in your area. It’s

awesome!

07 BudgetingfortheHolidaysTips to help budget for the upcoming holidays.

08 NorthCarolinaNationalGuardYouthpartnerswith

WreathesAcrossAmericaTo honor our servicemembers and veterans and to support younger National

Guard children, the NCNG Teen Council will be working with Wreaths Across

America, a 501c3 non-profit organization, for the holiday season.

09 10ThingsaboutTutor.com10 Things Parents Should Know About Tutor.com for U.S. Military Families.

10 FireSafetyMonthOctober is Fire Safety Month. Learn how can you prevent fires?

11 MilitaryWivesRetreatOctober 25-26, 2014

13 UNCMilitaryAppreciationDayOctober 4, 2014

15 LenoirTrunkorTreatEventforMilitaryFamiliesOctober 31, 2014

21 TipsforFamiliesGet really quick tips to keep Military Kids healthy

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On the cover : A Soldier with the 211th Military Police Compnay embraces her family at the Asheville Regional Airport in Franklin, N.C. on Aug. 23, 2014. The 211th landed at the airport moments before, marking the the end of their deployment to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. (Photo by Staff Sgt. Mary Junell, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs/Released)

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CALLING ALL MILITARY KIDS

Join the Lenoir FAC Friday, October 31, 2014

4pm-8pm

Lenoir Armory 1535 Beecher Anderson Rd.

Lenoir NC 28645

For more info, contact: Frances Johnson

frances.r.johnson28.ctr@mail.mil 828.757.4365

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BAG FOR TREATS

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NC National Guard and Families’

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FAMILY MATTERSOctober 2014

Diane Coff i l lS tate Fami ly Program Director

diane. l . coff i l l . c iv@mai l .mi l(919) 664-6324

Master Sgt . Ramona Scot tFami ly Programs Spec ia l i s tramona.k . scot t .mi l@mai l .mi l(919) 664-6000 Ext . 47005

Staff Sgt . Tammy FowlerFami ly Programs Ass i s tant

tammy. l . fowler.mi l@mai l .mi l(919) 664-6000 Ext . 46876

Lana GreerState FAC Coordinator

lana.m.greer.c t r@mai l .mi l(800) 621-4136 Ext . 11667

Terry HendersonAirman & Fami ly Readiness Program Mgr.

terry.henderson@ang.af.mi l(704) 398-4949

Al ice DeanLead Chi ld & Youth Program Coordinator

al i ce.c .dean.c t r@mai l .mi l(800)621-4136 Ext . 12548

Kr i s t i WagnerChi ld & Youth Program Coordinator

kr i s t i . l .wagner4.c t r@mai l .mi l(800) 621-4136 Ext . 14761

Lynn Al l red Chi ld & Youth Program Spec ia l i s t

Lynn .h .a l l red2.c t r@mai l .mi l , (800) 621-4136 Ext .12547

Judy R ic hardsonSenior FRSA

judi th . r. r i c hardson .c t r@mai l .mi l(800) 621-4136 Ext . 11346

Angelena DockeryMarket ing & Communicat ions Manager

sal l ie .a .dockery.c t r@mai l .mi l(919) 485-9570

Kathryn Jar v i sMarket ing & Communicat ions Manager

kathryn .a . jar v i s . c t r@mai l .mi l(919) 485-9571

About Fami ly MattersFami ly Matters was created to prov ide

Ser v icemembers and Fami l ies the most up-to-date informat ion and ser v ices avai lable.

I f you would l ike to contr ibute to fu ture i s sues, or i f you have suggest ions and

comments, p lease contact the NCNG Fami ly Programs Market ing and Communicat ions

Depar tment personnel , Angelena Dockery or

Kathryn Jar v i s, at ncngfami lyprograms@gmai l . com.

E-Vers ions of Fami ly Matters can be downloaded at the

NCNG Fami ly Programs web page at www.nc .ngb.army.mi l/ss/fp.

References in th i s news let ter to any spec i f i c commerc ia l products, processes, ser v ices, or the use of any t rade, f i rm, or corporat ion name does not cons t i tu te

endorsement , recommendat ion , or favor ing by NCNG Fami ly Programs.

Happy Fall!

It’s very hard to believe that it’s already October! Before you know it, it will be 2015.

So, let’s make sure that we enjoy the cooler weather, and all the fun that comes with it.It’s football season, the leaves will be changing and the Holidays are coming. Time to dig out family favorite recipes, make hot chocolate or hot apple cider and start making Holiday plans.Those plans can include, making a budget for holidays; are you thinking about a “road trip”, or is the Family coming to your house? We’ve added some tips about to save money, but remember there’s Military OneSource, to help, as well.

Don’t forget October is Fire Safety Month. As the weather gets cooler, many Families use wood to keep warm.Please review some Fire safety tips in this edition.

As usual, Family Programs is getting ready for the Halloween and will be hosting a couple of events, 1 in the west and 1 in the east for Halloween (be sure to look for them). Make sure that you follow us on FaceBook, so if there are more events, you will get the word in a timely manner. We love to see your kids in their costumes!With Halloween just around the corner, don’t forget about Halloween safety for you and your children.

In addition, don’t forget the State Fair is coming to Raleigh in October. It’s a great event for the entire Family. In this edition, you will find a State Fair Scavenger hunt form. It’s a fun way “look” at the Fair.

October is also, Bullying Prevention Month. This is a great time to talk to you children about bullying, and do a little research on your own to make sure that you know the signs.

In addition, we’re working hard to expand our Teen Council program across the state. So, look for the information About all of the Teen Council meetings that are coming in your region. We would love to see your Teens at these Events. Not only does it provide them with leadership and educational opportunities, it provides them with the chance to have some fun, meet other teens, and do some community service.

We’re always happy to provide you with information about Military Wives Retreats. It’s a great time for military wives to get together, get refreshed or just get away.

Remember to keep in mind some of the other free programs that are available to you through the DoD, such as Sittercity and Tutor.com. With Sittercity the membership fee is paid by DoD and it provides you with access to providers that have Been screened. Tutor.com offers a range of services for children of all ages (even those kids [or adults] in college.Also, remember that Military OneSource is available to you for counseling, financial, books and other resources. Their Website contains a wealth of information (at no charge).

Don’t forget that our Family Assistance Centers are always available to you and ready to help. They have information about military questions, and also have information about local resources in your area.

We hope that you enjoy this edition of Family Matters. Be sure to join us on Facebook for all the latest updates.

I wish you a Happy and Safe Halloween. See you in November!

Sincerely,Diane CoffillState Family Program Directordiane.l.coffill.mil@mail.mil800-621-4136 ext. 463248

Print off the NC State Fair Scavenger Hunt on page 19. Answers will be provided in next month’s issue.

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At Youth Camp, one of the National Guard classes was an anti-bullying workshop. In the workshop, I learned the best thing to do when confronted by a bully is to ignore them and act like it doesn’t bother you.

Bullies want a reaction. They told us to have confidence and the bully will leave you alone. Stay with friends because bullies tend to provoke unaccompanied kids. If you think you are about to be confronted by a bully, approach a teacher. No one would dare bully with a teacher present.

We did a couple of activities in the anti-bullying class, including drawing a small mural on paper of what bullying means to you and activities to get to know each other better, where we said three facts about ourselves - two truths and one lie - and other people had to guess the lie. We created and acted out bullying scenarios where we had to show confidence and learned how to deal with a bully.

The workshop was really helpful to me, and I’m sure others in the class. I’m positive I could use what they taught me in school and even out of school, wherever I am.

By Garrett Gerber

About the Author: Garrett Gerber (age 12) attended the Anti-bullying Workshop at the 2014 North Carolina National Guard Youth Camp . Gerber’s father, Lt. Col. John Gerber, serves with Detachment 4 of the North Carolina National Guard 139th Regiment.

For more about Bullying prevention month visit the National Bullying Prevention Center online at www.pacer.org/bullying/nbpm/.

October is Bullying Prevention Month

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CoUnCil Meetings

NCNG Greensboro/Winston Salem Teen Council Meeting (Public Speaking Workshop and Open House)Where: Guilford Co. Cooperative Extension 3309 Burlington Rd., GreensboroWhen: October 7 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

NCNG Triangle Teen Council MeetingWhere: Wake Co. Extension Office 4001 Carya Dr., RaleighWhen: October 14 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

NCNG Charlotte Teen Council MeetingWhere: Charlotte Armory 4240 West Blvd. CharlotteWhen: October 16 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

NCNG Wilmington Teen Council MeetingWhere: Wilmington Armory 2412 Infantry Rd. WilmingtonWhen: October 21 from 6 PM-8 PM

To regis ter or for more infomtat ion contact Al i ce Dean, Lead Chi ld & Youth Program Coordinator, at a l i ce.c .dean.

c t r@mai l .mi l / (800)621-4136 Ext . 12548

Unfor tunat ley we wi l l be unable to cont inue the counc i l s i f there i s no par t ic ipat ion .

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Budgeting for the Holidaysby Mrs. Kathryn Jarvis, North Carolina National Guard Family Programs

Fall is here and some Families finances are still recovering from the hefty cost of getting kids ready for school. Soon families will gear up for more spending as Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas approach. These extra expenses can be stressful during an already taxing season. Now is the time to have a plan for what money will be going out and what amount is coming in.

There are several ways to effectively budget. One way is to break down a budget for each holiday, and set a limit for how much to spend, and on what. For example:

Making a list and having a plan is only one part of being prepared. There are a few common budgeting pitfalls that can destroy even the most organized plan but the most common is unrealistic expectations. This includes, “starving your budget” from fun things, that later lead to “binge” spending; undervaluing expected costs/expenses, and viewing a budget as restrictive, instead of looking at a budget as a plan for success.

Starving Your Budget

Author of the article “Is Budgeting Keeping You Poor”, Rob Berger, wrote that bad budgets are like bad diets. “The result is almost always to gain more weight when the diet crashes. The same thing can happen with our finances. We put together an unrealistic budget that deprives us of any fun, and eventually we crash through the budget with a big spending splurge.”

Undervalue Costs/Expenses

Prices are changing on regular basis. Not staying in-tune with the costs of things can lead to budget disasters and can discourage people from keeping with the plan. In addition to the costs of things, another mistake in undervaluing is not keeping in mind emergency expenses that may come. An example with the upcoming holidays and travel, you could be forgetting to add in any care repairs or in the case of a mishap, that can happen during your “road trip”.

Restrictive Budget vs. Goals

The way one perceives or thinks about a budget is just as important as the budget. Four university professors conducted an eleven year research project on “Goal Setting and Task Performance”. They concluded 90% of laboratory and field studies with specific and challenging goals had a higher rate of performance than those with easy or no goals. Furthermore, researchers found that goals positively affected performance, persistence and motivation. One way to avoid this pitfall is to develop a budget with financial goals at the forefront).

Military One Source offers Counseling on financial issues such as basic budgeting, money management, debt consolidation and debt management (including coaching to help people contact their creditors and negotiate late fees, interest rates, and affordable payment plans), and assistance with housing issues (being behind on mortgage payments or facing potential foreclosure.

This service is provided at no cost to active duty, Guard, and Reserve members (regardless of activation status), and families

Call Military OneSource at 800-342-9647 and ask for “personal financial management service” or “financial counseling.”

Halloween

-$30.00 limit on Costume or- $15 limit on materials to make your own-$15.00 limit on Candy-$15.00 limit on decorations

Thanksgiving

-$75 limit on Thanksgiving Meal-Divide the meal cost among guests-$100 expected travel costs

Christmas Gifts

-Use your skills to make gifts - Certificates for skill or time -$50 Spouse/Significant other-$100 each Child-$15.00 Other people up to 4

Reminder that Army Fee Assistance Program is now administered by GSA and effective August 1 2014 all new applications

should be sent to them and effective October 1, 2014 all re-certifications go through them. Direct questions to armychildcare@gsa.gov or 1-866-508-0371

Reminder about the Army Fee Assistance Program

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Announcing the NCNG Teen Council service project, in conjunction with

Wreaths Across America

and in support of the Operation Kids on Guard Program

(a 501c3 non-profit organization)

To honor our service members and veterans and to support younger National Guard children, the NCNG Teen Council will be working with

Wreaths Across America, a 501c3 non-profit organization, for the holiday season.

Through this project, NCNG Teen Council chapters across the state will learn and teach others to honor and respect our veterans, work with local FAC Centers and communities and donate to the Operation Kids on Guard program, ensuring

that events and activities will continue to be available to all NCNG children.

All orders will be placed online through the Wreaths Across America website listed below, with wreaths being placed in the Raleigh National Cemetery. Teen Council members will also participate in the wreath-laying in Raleigh

on December 13 and in other national cemeteries in their local areas.

When placing your order for Wreaths Across America, please use the listed sponsorship number and cemetery number below so that the NCNG Teen

Council will get credit for their efforts. All proceeds will benefit the Operation Kids on Guard (KOG) program, a 501c3 non-profit organization that funds the activities

offered by the NC National Guard Child and Youth Program.

www.WreathsAcrossAmerica.org Sponsor # NC0006P - Cemetery Location # NCRNCR

Thank you for your support! For additional Information please contact:

Kristi Wagner Alice Dean NCNG Child & Youth Program Coordinator NCNG Lead Child & Youth Program Coordinator Kristi.l.wagner4.ctr@mail.mil alice.c.dean.ctr@mail.mil 800-621-4136 ext 14761 800-621-4136 ext 12548

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Halloween is a fun holiday but it’s also an important time to practice fire safety. The occurrence of fire increases around Halloween due to arson and the use of candles as decorations. Follow these tips for a happy and fire-safe Halloween:•If you buy a costume, make sure the label says “Flame Resistant.” Flame Resistant means the costume will be hard to catch on fire and if it does, the fire will go out fast.

•If you make a costume, try not to make one that is big and baggy so that the material doesn’t touch candles or other flames. Use flame-resistant fabrics, such as polyester and nylon. These materials will resist burning if exposed to a flame.

•Tell kids to stay away from candles and jack-o'-lanterns that may be on steps and porches. Their costumes could catch fire if they get too close.

•Kids should never carry candles when they are trick-or-treating. Always use a flashlight, flameless candle, or light stick.•Tell kids to let you know right away if they see other kids playing with matches or lighters.•Don’t use candles for decorations. They’re dangerous, especially when left unattended. •Use only decorative lights tested for safety by a recognized testing laboratory. Check lights for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires, or loose connections. Throw away damaged sets. Don't overload extension cords.•Check the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s website for the latest on Halloween-related consumer product recalls.•If you have a Halloween party, check for cigarettes under furniture cushions and in areas where people were smoking before you go to bed.•Remove any materials around your home or property, such as garbage or excess vegetation, which an arsonist could use to start a fire.

Staying Safe on Halloween: Safety Tips from Safe Kids WorldwideRelated Content~Candle Fire Safety~Arson Awareness~USFA Chief's Corner: Keeping Kids Safe This Halloween by U.S. Fire Administrator Ernest Mitchell

Source: http://www.usfa.fema.gov/citizens/home_fire_prev/holiday-seasonal/halloween.shtm

HAllOWEEN FIRE SAFETY

October is Fire Safety Monthby Kristi Wagner, Child & Youth Program Coordinator

Below you will find some tips to keep your kids and family safe.

•Keep it Simple•Practice your escape route (every quarter)•Know two ways out of every room (you never know where you’ll be “we” should be “when” a fire breaks out)•Fall & Crawl, stay low it’s easier to breath•Stop, Drop and Roll if your clothing is on fire•NEVER Hide (in closets or under furniture)•Check your smoke detectors each month (change batteries at least twice a year)•NEVER go back inside a structure that is on fire (leave it to the professionals)

Keep emergency numbers posted hear phones, and on the refrigerator. An important number for Emergency Management, in most areas, is 911, but also have your gas and electric company’s contact information visible. Depending on the type of fire, you or the fire the fire department may need them as well to shut of power or gas to your home. Remember to be extra careful in the kitchen or around the grill according to FEMA research 45% of most home fires start with cooking.

Always use teachable moments with children, we hopefully will never have a fire or live near a forest fire but when you see things on the news, in a book etc use these opportunities to explain why it’s important to be prepared.

For additional information about fire safety and fun learning games for kids see the below listed links:

www.usfa.fema.gov/kidswww.firesafetyforkids.orgwww.sparky.org

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MILITARY WIVES RETREAT

For more information, contact WMU North Carolina (866) 210-8602 ext. 209 or email Margaret Harding at mharding@wmunc.org

Complete the registration form below and mail it along with your check or money order to Woman’s Missionary Union of North Carolina. Registration is refundable for participants who stay until the conclusion of the retreat on Sunday. $10 for one night or $20 for two nights.

Space is limited to 50 military wives so register early. The Retreat will officially begin Saturday morning at 9am and end Sunday before

lunch. You may come in on Friday evening October 24th.

SPONSORED BY WMU NC THROUGH GIFTS TO THE HECK –JONES® OFFERING. The cost of this retreat is underwritten by WMU NC.

Mail check or money order, made payable to WMU NC, and this form to: WMU NC – Military Wives Retreat,

1200 Front Street, Suite 110, Raleigh, NC 27609

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Retreat

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Address: ____________________________________________________

City/State/Zip: _______________________________________________

Email: ______________________________________________________ Phone: Daytime ( ) ______________ Evening ( ) ______________

Church: _____________________________________________________

Association: _________________________________________________ Please check one of these: ____Arriving on Friday evening ____ Arriving on Saturday morning by 9 a.m. Include $10 for one night stay or $20 for two night stay. (Refundable if you stay until the retreat concludes on Sunday) We will send additional information to each participant at a later date. Camp Mundo Vista is located at 3140 Camp Mundo Vista Trail, Sophia, NC which is just northwest of Asheboro, NC.

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October 19 - 23, YMCA Camp HarrisonBoomer, NC (Close to Charlotte)

There is no fee for military families to attend our retreats!

Request an application: lmiller@eaglerockcamp.org or call

704.650.5353Located in the Brushy Mountains of North Carolina,

just 90 minutes NW of Charlotte.For details about programs and recreation, visit

www.eaglerockcamp.org

Eagle Rock Camp is a faith-based, holistic sports camp that reconnects military families

in a traditional camp environment that is therapeutic, builds a healthy spirit and strong

family bonds.

Families attend 6 day/5 night retreats. The entire family learns life skills that provide positive,

life changing experiences so they can recharge their energy and spirits, while leaning to live life better and enhance family relationships. They

learn to have fun together, once again.

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HALLOWEEN “BOO” BASHThursday, October 23rd

6-8pmJoint Forces Headquarters

1636 Gold Star Drive, RaleighWear your favorite costumes and bring allow a bag for treats

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OCtOBER 2014JSS WEBinaR SESSiOnS

Register using the links below. Instructions for connecting the webinar will be sent via email.

Please note all webinars are Eastern Standard Time.

USING JSS MOBIlEThursday October 9, 2014 10:00 – 10:30 AM

This webinar shows user how to navigate through JSS Mobile. Users will see how to manage event registrations, use JSS mobile tools, locate

resources and files and access additional features. https://www.jointservicessupport.org/Events/EventDetails.

aspx?Id=0f26de68-31f4-4286-96a5-052bd01c4a46

OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH

HAVE QuESTIONS?NEED HELP, RESOuRCES, ADVICE, OR

JuST A LISTENING EAR?CALL MILITARY ONESOuRCE 24/7, 365

DAYS PER YEAR AT 1-800-342-9647

OCTOBER IS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

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CALLING ALL MILITARY KIDS

Join the Lenoir FAC Friday, October 31, 2014

4pm-8pm

Lenoir Armory 1535 Beecher Anderson Rd.

Lenoir NC 28645

For more info, contact: Frances Johnson

frances.r.johnson28.ctr@mail.mil 828.757.4365

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WEAR YOUR FAVORITE COSTUME! BRING BAG FOR CANDY!For additional information and/or to RSVP, please contact Carry Bandy by

Monday, Oct. 20th at carry.s.bandy.ctr@mail.mil or 704-344-2352 Ext. 2.

JOIN THE CHARLOTTE FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER

Annual Fall Festival

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24TH

6PM-8PMCharlotte Armory

4240 West Blvd, Charlotte

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HIRINGOURHEROES.ORG

Download the free Hiring Our Heroes mobile app! All our powerful tools and resources at your fingertips.

Find Hiring Our Heroes online:

2014 Hiring Our Heroes Veterans Event – Raleigh NC Claude T. Bowers Building

4105 Reedy Creek Road Raleigh NC 27607

Thursday, October 23, 2014

This GE and Verizon Wireless sponsored hiring event is being conducted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the Greater Raleigh Chamber, the Department of Labor's Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (DOL VETS), the North Carolina Committee of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), WorkSource North Carolina, NBC News, and other local partners.

A workshop for veterans and other military job seekers that focuses on resume writing, tips for successfully navigating hiring fairs, military skill translation, and interviewing will start at 8:30 a.m. Pre-register for the Workshop during the job seeker registration process.

For registration questions, please contact us at hiringourheroes@uschamber.com or call 202-463-5807.

EMPLOYERS Must register for FREE at HiringOurHeroes.org

JOB SEEKERS Register for FREE at HiringOurHeroes.org

to guarantee admission. Walk-ins welcome but space not guaranteed.

EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP: 8:30 a.m.

HIRING FAIR: 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

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2014 Capital Area Veterans Stand Down

All Male and Female Military Veterans Welcome

Friday October 17th, 2014 South Wilmington Street Center

1420 S. Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC 27603 8:30am to 3pm

Services Provided:

Healthcare “In war, there are no unwounded soldiers.” – Jose Narosky VA Benefits Mental Health “The more we sweat in peace the less we bleed in war.” – Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit Substance Abuse Spiritual Guidance “How important is it for us to recognize and celebrate our Social Services heroes and she-roes.” – Maya Angelou Employment Assistance Housing Assistance Dental Clinic

Amenities: Full breakfast and lunch will be served Showers and laundry machines will be available Hygiene products and clothing donations.

For more information go to www.wakegov.com/veterans

Sponsors Wake County Human Services, NC Dept of Commerce Division of Workforce Solutions, Durham VA Medical Center, Consumer Education Services Inc., NC Division of Veterans Affairs, Raleigh Vet Center, CASA, & Passage Home

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3 The Tundra Swan is featured on the souvenir button at the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission exhibit. What state has the most swans wintering on the East Coast? (Don’t forget to pick up a button while you are here!)Answer:

4 There are more giant pumpkins on display than ever in the Expo Center. How heavy is the blue ribbon-winning pumpkin, and where is it from? Answer: Pounds: State:

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6 What are the tallest and shortest animals on display?Answer: Tallest: Shortest:

7 What areas of your hands did you miss when washing?Answer:

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8 In the North Dorton Lobby there is an exhibit honoring the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I and the North Carolinians who fought. There is also a 10-foot tall trench on display. Who built the trench? Answer:

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9 acreage row crop. Can you name this crop? Answer:

10 Take a tour through Field of Dreams to learn about the variety of crops grown, harvested and sold in North Carolina. List a vegetable in the exhibit that grows underground.Answer:

11 What two colors are in the Got to Be NC logo?Answer: 1. 2.

12 Many kids across the state participate in 4-H programs and enter competitions at the State Fair. Check the winners in the Education Buildings and write the names of the three age categories:Answer: 1. 2. 3.

CONGRATULATIONS, YOU ARE AN N.C. STATE FAIR ADVENTURER!TURN YOUR COMPLETED SCAVENGER HUNT IN AT THE EXPO CENTER LOBBY TO COLLECT YOUR RIBBON!

TELL YOUR FRIENDS USING #NCSTATEFAIRADVENTURER

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FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTERS

Family Assistance Centers are located across the State to provide assistance to ALL Military Service Members and their Families. If you know of a Service Member or Military Family

that has a question or concern, please share our contact numbers, web site, newsletter, and Facebook link.

We're here to help.

Charlotte Unit Family Contact Center4240 West Blvd., 28208/(800) 621-4136Carry Bandy, FAC Specialist, carry.s.bandy.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 14573

East Flat Rock Unit Family Center2025 Spartanburg Hwy, 28726/(800) 621-4136Rebekah Torres, rebekah.s.torres.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 10565

Greensboro State Family Assistance Center (SFAC)110 Franklin Blvd., Greensboro, 27401 (800) 621-4136Sandy Harrison, sandra.b.harrison2.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 15651

Greenville State Family Assistance Center1401 N. Memorial Dr., 27834/(800) 621-4136Kyle Snyder, Ext. 11150

Lenoir State Family Assistance Center1535 Beecher Anderson Rd., 28645/(800) 621-4136Frances Johnson, frances.r.johnson28.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 11242

Raleigh Unit Family Contact Center 4105 Reedy Creek Rd., 27607/(800) 621-4136Lisa Faison, lisa.m.faison.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 47100Mark Woolbright, mark.l.woolbright.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 47102

Raleigh JFHQ Unit Family Contact Center1636 Gold Star Dr., 27607/800-621-4136 Wendi Bell, wendi.h.bell.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 46078

Smithfield Unit Family Contact Center406 Hospital Rd., 27577/(800) 621-4136Abby Millsap, abigail.e.millsap.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 12784

Southern Pines Unit Family Contact Center510 W. Morganton Rd., 28387/(800) 621-4136 Earlene Capps, earlene.b.capps.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 12863

Wilmington Unit Family Contact Center2412 Infantry Rd., 28405/(800) 621-4136Jim Marley, james.e.marley.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 16918

Winston-Salem Unit Family Contact Center 2000 Silas Creek Pkwy., 27103/(800) 621-4136Lynn Stenson, Ext. TBASandy Harrison, sandra.b.harrison2.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 17131

STATEWIDE SUPPORT

NC National Guard and Families’

First line of Defense Call Behavioral Health

at 1-855-322-3848

Charlotte: Nikkie Newsomegenesia.k.newsome.ctr@mail.milExt.14548

Morrisville:George Lanegeorge.w.lane2.ctr@mail.mil Ext. 16313

Raleigh:Norman Dean norman.g.dean2.ctr@mail.milExt. 46537

Clinton:Sarah Stricklandsarah.r.strickland.ctr@mail.milExt. 14735

Goldsboro: Darlette McCormickdarlette.s.mccormick.ctr@mail.milExt. 15423

Greensboro: Gloria Fieldsgloria.d.fields.ctr@mail.milExt.15620

Jacksonville:Judy Richardson judith.r.richardson.ctr@mail.milExt. 11346

FAMILY READINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANTS(800) 621-4136 PLUS EXTENSION

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Military OneSource

Military OneSource is here to help

you with just about any need, by phone

or online. The service is completely

private and confidential, with few

exceptions.

www.militaryonesource.com

(800) 342-9647

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or more servings of fruits and vegetables

Fruits and vegetables provide a lot of nutrients and water without a lot of calories. They also contain fiber and a variety of phytochemicals that help prevent cancer, heart disease, and other diseases. Young children often reject new foods at first – it may take several exposures to a new food before it is accepted, so keep trying!

Prepare meals and snacks at home using fruits and vegetables, and let children help in the kitchen so they learn how to make healthy foods.

Eat together as a family and model healthy eating to your children.

Offer a variety of fruits and vegetables and other healthy foods at planned times throughout the day. Let children choose whether and how much they eat.

or fewer hours of screen time

Screen time is free time spent in front of screens – like televisions, video games, and the internet. It is possible to get enough physical activity and still engage in an unhealthy amount of screen time – so encourage your family to find other fun ways to spend their free time!

Turn off televisions and put away cell phones during meals and enjoy spending time together as a family.

Work with your children to identify a variety of activities they enjoy that do not involve screens. Encourage these activities during leisure time and serve as a role model.

Make televisions, video games, and the internet less convenient to use during free time so that healthier choices are easier to make.

or more hours of physical activity

Moving your body is a great way to burn calories, improve your mood, boost your energy, prevent cancer and cardiovascular diseases, and help you sleep better at night – plus, it can be a lot of fun! Look for activities your family can enjoy together so everyone can reap the benefits and help keep one another on track!

Use activities instead of foods as incentives – a trip to the park, sledding hill, laser tag arena, skating rink, batting cage, or community pool can be a great alternative to the ice cream shop to celebrate a job well done.

Walk or bike as a family to get where you’re going.

Set up activity dates with like-minded families or sign up your family for a charity walk – if you’re accountable to someone else you may be more likely to stay active.

sweetened beverages

It is important to drink fluids to stay healthy, but sweetened beverages add extra sugar and calories to the diet. Watch out for drinks with the following ingredients: sugar, honey, sweetener, syrup (e.g., corn syrup, brown rice syrup), and/or ingredients ending in “ose” (e.g., glucose, dextrose).

Make water the norm for quenching thirst – drink water when you are thirsty and offer water to thirsty children.

Sparkling water, still water with slices of lemon, and fruity herbal iced teas are fun alternatives to plain water.

Nonfat and 1% milk and 100% fruit and vegetable juices contain beneficial nutrients and also calories, so think of them as foods contributing towards your family’s diet.

Contact the Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness at 1-877-382-9185 or www.militaryfamilies.psu.edu for help identifying programs and resources targeting nutrition, physical activity, and screen time!

This material is based upon work supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the Office of Family Policy, Children and Youth, U.S. Department of Defense under Award No. 2010-48709-21867

developed in collaboration with Penn State University. This tip sheet is adapted from Let’s Go! www.letsgo.org.

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