Impact Zone offers aTexas Hold ’em Tournament beginning April 1Texas Hold ‘em is back at the Impact Zone on April 1, 29 and May 27. Sign-up at 5:30 p.m., the game starts at 6 p.m. The Impact Zone will host another Texas Hold ’em event with the finals on June 17 when the stakes are even higher. Winners of this event will have a chance to showcase their skills online against the world. For more information, visit www.mwrpromotions.com or call 442-0355.

Community Dinner served April 1 at Patriot ClubThe Community Membership Dinner is April 1 at the Patriot Club. The dinner will feature tossed salad, zesty baked Tilapia, bourbon glazed ham, buttery sweet peas, twice-baked potatoes, rolls, dessert and beverages. RSVP by calling 442-4120. Cocktails are at 5 p.m. and dinner is at 6 p.m. The dinner is free to club members and costs $16.50 for non-members; $7.75 for children 12 and under, and is free to chil-dren, 5 and under. For information, call (580) 442-5300.

Fitness in the Park offered Saturdays beginning April 2The Lawton Fort Sill community is invited to get active with the Fitness in the Park classes. The free classes are from 9-10 a.m. every Saturday beginning April 2 at the lakeside stage on the east side of Elmer Thomas Park. Classes include: Zumba with Diana Faulk, April 2; Cardio Kickboxing with Thomas Felder, April 9; Boot Camp/Fierce Fitness with Amanda Harris and Jamal Richardson, April 16; Cardio and Core Attack with Claudia Mejia, April 23; and Belly Dancing with Kellina Vanpool, April 30. The free classes are offered to the community through a partnership with Fort Sill Family and Morale, Wel-fare and Recreation, Fit Kids of Southwest Oklahoma, Lawton Parks and Recreation and the Comanche County Health Department. Each Saturday will be a different class to encourage families to find some-thing they enjoy doing together and to get everyone outside and active together. For more information, call (580) 442-6175.

Women get back to Nature with Outdoor Recreation Archery class April 2, 6Discover your inner Robin Hood and learn how to shoot a bow and arrow with other women when Out-door Recreation hosts a free Archery class April 2 and 6 at the Wildlife Refuge. The event is free and is part of the new Women in Nature program. Women, 18 and older, will learn the basics of archery and get outside and active. The trip leaves from the RecPlex, 2502 Sheridan Road. For more information, call (580) 442-3575.

Family & MWR offers variety of events for Month of the Military ChildMilitary children are an integral part of the Army family and to celebrate their contributions, April has been set aside as the Month of the Military Child. Fort Sill is proud to celebrate the Month of the Military Child by hosting special events and programs throughout the month to show appreciation and respect to military children and youth for the contributions they bring to the military community. Some of the MOMC events include:• The Child Youth & School Services Parade is April 1 at Fort Sill Child Development Centers. Children from the centers will parade around the three centers.• A Parent Open House is April 1from 6-7 p.m. at the School Age Center. Parents will tour the facility and see some of the activities and programs their children are involved with. They will also meet the staff and refreshments will be served.• Nye Library will receive a special visit by the Tail Waggin’ Tutors from the Red Cross April

2 from 1-3 p.m. If you love dogs and love to read, stop by Nye Library and see how the Tail Waggin’ Tutors introduce kids to dogs and teach them a little bit about how dogs can help people – even when it comes to reading. The Tail Waggin’ Tutors will join the staff for a few stories. Children are invited to stick around for the craft after the story. • To celebrate April, Month of the Military Child, the RecPlex will show children’s movies April 5 from noon-4 p.m. and the games systems will be available for play. • The CDC Wheels Day is April 7 in the parking areas of the CDCs from 9:30–11:30 a.m. • The Youth Center will host a MOMC Lock-in April 8–9 from 10 p.m.-7:45 a.m. Space limited to 45 and there is no cost. Participants must be 6th through 12th graders who are a registered member with the Youth Center. Only a permission slip will reserve your space. • The Toddler Olympics are April 8 for the special playgroup for children 5 and under at Rinehart Fitness Center from 9:30–10:30 a.m. Every child is a superstar so bring the parents to Toddler Olympics and show off toddler’s developing talents. • Join the staff and patrons of Nye Library April 9 for the Saturday Movie Matinee from 1-3 p.m. Showing is the movie, “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs,” (PG). There will be free juice and popcorn. A guardian must remain with children under 8 years old. • The Youth Center MOMC Dance is April 9 from 7-9 p.m. The dance is free to registered mem-bers in 6th through 12th grade. Each member can bring one guest to the dance at the Youth Center, 1721 Gruber Road. • The National Library Appreciation Museum Display will be offered April 10-16 at Nye Library. Come in and view some of the “retired” tools used in a variety of library services. And join us for a craft on April 16 from 1-3 p.m. • Story Time at Nye Library is April 13 from 4:30–5:30 p.m. Follow the exploits of PJ Funnybunny as he goes on a quest to discover who PJ really is. • The SAC Fashion Show is April 14 at 6 p.m. • The Sports Office is hosting a MOMC Soccer Skills Challenge April 9 on Upton Field. The event, which begins at 2 p.m., is open to military children only. Divisions will be 12 and under; 10 and under; 8 and under; and 6 and under. The registration deadline is April 2. To register or for more information, call 442-5926. • The Teen versus Staff Basketball Game is April 15 at the Honeycutt Fitness Center from 7-9 p.m. Rumble, the mascot for the Oklahoma City Thunder will make a special guest appearance. Teens must be registered with CYSS to participate in the game but everyone is invited to attend. Teens playing must meet at the Youth Center by 6:30 p.m. Call (580) 442-6745 for more details. This program is brought to you by the Youth Center, Youth Sports and the Teen HIRED Program and is in conjunction with Month of the Military Child. •The Red Hawks baseball game is April 16 in Oklahoma City. The game is free and begins at 3:05 p.m. The bus will leave the center at noon. All participants must be registered Youth Center members. Space is limited to the first 45 youth that turn in their permission slip to the Youth Center. Attendees must use YC transportation to game no privately owned vehicles. •The CDC’s Open House is April 16 from 9:30–11:30 a.m. • The CDC’s will host a Scholastic Book Fair April 18-22 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The Book Fair is open to all. • A Positive Behavior Support Workshop is April 19 at the Resiliency Training Center from 6:30–8 p.m.

• An Easter Egg Hunt is April 21 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the School Age Center for members. • Nye Library will offer the Puppet Theatre April 22 from 11 a.m.-noon. Children won’t want to miss the songs, the great puppet drama and crafting after the show. For information, call (580) 442-3806. • The Youth Center Youth and Staff Talent Show is April 22 starting at 6 p.m. Participants must be registered with CYS Services to perform and sign up by April 15 at the Youth Center. There will be great prizes for the contestants. Come see the Youth Center staff and teens showcase their talents. These events are brought to you by the Youth Center, Youth Sports and the Teen HIRED Program. For more informa-tion on the Talent Show or any YC events, call (580) 442-6745. • The Fort Sill Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza for children ages 18 months to 11 years old and Exceptional Needs children, on April 23 is not your ordinary Easter Egg Hunt. The Lawton Fort Sill com-munity is invited to come out to Butner/Cowan Field from 11a.m.–2 p.m. and experience a special time of excitement as children “hunt” for those special prize eggs and participate in an array of activities from pony rides, paint ball and inflatables to pictures with the Easter Bunny and so much more. The only cost is food and beverage concessions. • Nye Library will host an Easter Make and Take craft class on April 23 from 2-4 p.m. or until the supplies run out. All ages are welcome. There are crafts for children and adults. Join in the fun of making Easter crafts. For more information, call (580) 442-3806 or 442-2048. • The Family Child Care Fun Day is April 26 at the SAC from 9:30-11 a.m. • A Talent Show is April 29 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the School Age Center. • The LETRA Miniature Golf Tournament is April 30 at 1 p.m. The miniature golf course has been renovated and new features added. The tournament will be a scramble start with four to five member teams beginning at each of the 18 holes. Entry is $5 per person. For more information, call 442-5858. • On Friday, April 30, the Exceptional Family Member Program families will take a Month of the Military Child trip to the Oklahoma City Zoo. The trip is open to all military families. Families will meet at Building 4700 at 9:30 a.m. To register, call 442-3393. • The Southwestern Oklahoma Teen Success Expo is Saturday, April 30 from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at the Resiliency Training Center. The expo will feature information on training and educational pro-grams, volunteer and intern opportunities, jobs, resume writing and interviewing tips. Registration is free but space is limited. For more information, call Employment Readiness Program at (580) 442-4916 or 442-4681. • The Youth Center will host a Cookout and an Open House on April 30 from 5-7 p.m. in support of April, Month of the Military Child. There will be free food and games and disc jockey Sweet Jackson will play music. All above activities can call 442-6745 for more information. • Nye Library invites all eligible children to read for rewards during the Month of the Military Child, April 1- 30. Children age birth to 7 years old can receive an MWR certificate for every three books they check out and read. For children who cannot read, parents may read to them. Children, ages 8-12 years old, can receive an MWR certificate for every two books they check out and read. Young adults, ages 13–18 years old, may receive an MWR certificate for every one book they check out and read. Books must be reading- level appropriate. Only books checked out from Nye Library are eligible for this program. For more information, call (580) 442-3806.

CYSS extended hours for evening child care April 1The School Age Center and Grierson Child Development Center will be open Friday, April 1 from 7-11 p.m. for the Friday special opening. The Youth Center is open every Friday until 10 p.m. and Saturdays from 2-10 p.m. For information, call Parent Central Services at (580) 442-3927.

Nye Library’s Adult Book Club April 3 at 2 p.m.Join Nye Library’s Adult Book Club April 3 at 2 p.m. This month’s book is “The Back of Beyond,” by Barbara Bickmore. Snacks and drinks are provided by a book club member. Bring your friends and book recommendations. For more information, call (580) 442-3806.

EFM program offers activities in April • The Exceptional Family Member Program families will go bowling at the Twin Oaks Bowling Center, April 7 from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Two free games and shoes are included. • On Tuesday, April 19, EFMP will host an Autism Concepts Workshop/Positive Behavior Support group from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Resiliency Training Center. The free meeting is open to military families. Call (580) 442-3393 to register.

SKIES Italian Cooking Lessons offered April 23Students, 7 years and older, are invited to sign-up for Italian Cooking lessons offered April 23. The les-sons are offered at the School Age Center, 6599 Lucas Road, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Instructor Daniela Scandian will teach students to prepare traditional main dishes and desserts from Italy. Parents can also join the fun and learn to prepare recipes of the Italian culture. The cost for each lesson is $12. Call 442-4831 for more information.

Boater Safety Class offered April 9A Boater Safety Class is April 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fort Sill Conference Center. Sign up for the free class at the RecPlex or at LETRA. Class is limited to 25 people, and books will be provided. At-tendees who complete the course will receive a boater’s safety course card. For more information, call LETRA at (580) 442-5858 or the Outdoor Adventure Center at (580) 355-8270.

Sports program offers 4 on 4 Soccer Tournament April 9The Fort Sill Sports Program offers a 4 on 4 Soccer Tournament April 9 on Prichard Field. The tourna-ment is open to the public, 18 years old and older. Cost is $75 per team. There will be a team meeting April 7 at 11:30 a.m. at the RecPlex. To register, call the Sports Office at 442-3269.

Bill Smith Memorial Co-Op Golf Tourney April 12-14 at Fort Sill Golf CourseThe Bill Smith Memorial Co-Op Golf Tournament is April 12 through 14 at the Fort Sill Golf Course. A minimum of one Co-Op partner must be on each team. The tourney is limited to the first 60 teams and will be a 4-person scramble format. Greens fee is $15 per person and cart fee is $12.50. For more infor-mation, contact the Co-Op Coordinator at (580) 442-6999.

LETRA hosts monthly Fishing Tournament April 16 for crappieEveryone is invited to come out and test their fishing skills or just have some fun at LETRA’s Fishing Tournaments April 16. Participant will fish for a different species each time out. A valid Oklahoma State Fishing license is required and can be purchased at the LETRA Country Store. The top three places will receive payouts. For more information, call (580) 442-5858.

Easter Brunch is April 24 at Patriot ClubAn Easter Brunch is offered April 24 at the Patriot Club. Attendees can choose from two seating times -- 11 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. The price is $18.50 for adult non-members and $18 for adult members; $7.50 for children, ages 6-12. Children 5 and under are free. The menu includes a carving station, honey-glazed salmon, home fries, eggs, bacon, sausage, baby bakers, rice pilaf, Mediterranean flamed vegetables, a waffle station, salad station, rolls, beverages and assorted desserts. Reservations are required and must be made by April 20. Call (580) 442-2020 to reserve your seat.

Volunteer Appreciation WeekApril 25 through 29 is Volunteer Week with events scheduled throughout the week. The theme for the week is “Celebrating people in action.” The finale of the week is the Volunteer Awards Ceremony and Band Concert at the Patriot Club April 29 at 6 p.m. Call (580) 442-4682 for more information on volun-teering.

CG challenges community to get more active with walk April 29The commanding general has challenged the Fort Sill community, Soldiers, family members and civil-ians, to get fit through the Commanding General’s Challenge - Western Miles. The next scheduled walk is April 29 at 1:30 p.m. at the Fort Sill Polo Field. There will be a Health and Fitness Expo, with booths manned by Reynolds Army Community Hospital, Army Substance Abuse Program and Family & MWR. The Health and Fitness Expo starts at 10:30 a.m. onsite with fitness testing and health assessments for participants. At 11:30 a.m. there will be a Fitness Class Expo with demonstrations of different classes and programs. Maj. Gen. David Halverson, post commander, has challenged individuals to walk or run 100, 300, 600 or 1,000 miles and for families and teams to run or walk 1,200 miles. For more information, call (580) 442-5623.

Final Friday is April 29 at Patriot ClubThe Headquarters Detachment of the Fires Center of Excellence will host Final Friday on April 29. Final Friday is a monthly leaders’ call in order to build personal and professional relationships and further the concept of Team Sill - Oklahoma Pride. Join the Fires Center of Excellence for Final Friday and enjoy free finger foods, pool, darts, drink specials and much more. Final Fridays are held at the Patriot Club’s Backbone Lounge and are open to everyone. The event starts at 4 p.m. For more information or to spon-sor an event, call (580) 442-5300.

Camp Cowabunga camper applications accepted April 1-29Camp Cowabunga, a one-week summer camp for children with moderate to severe special needs, is slated June 20-24 at the Fort Sill Patriot Club. Parents interested in sending their children, ages 6 to 21, to the camp may turn in applications April 1-29. Volunteer applications will be accepted April 1-May 20. Ap-plications can be downloaded from www.sillmwr.com. For more information, call the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) at 442-4916.

Nye Library displays local poetry during AprilPoetry on Display will be displayed at Nye Library April 1-30. Stop by and view some fine literary master-pieces by members of the community. Call 442-3806 for more information or if you want to submit your poetry for display.

Permits on sale now for May 7 Garage SalePermits go on sale April 1 for the Post-wide Garage Sale, which is May 7 in the 1-78th Field Artillery parking lot, on Crane Road next to the Behavioral Health Building 2442, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Permits for Family & MWR authorized patrons who wish to sell in the parking lot cost $15. Permits may be purchased at FMWR Headquarters or the Equipment Checkout Center located in the RecPlex, 2502 Sheridan Road. The event is open to the public for shopping. For information, call (580) 442-9480.

Twin Oaks Bowling Center high school teams place in StateTwin Oaks Bowling Center would like to congratulate all six local high school teams and the two junior varsity teams who practiced at the bowling center this season. All six teams went to the regional competi-tion at Sooner Bowl in Norman, Okla. on Feb. 19, where all of the teams qualified and started the bracket play, going for the best three out of five games. The Eisenhower Varsity Team and the Lawton Varsity Girls team advanced to the finals and both won the regional titles. They advanced to the state level in Bartles-ville, Okla. Feb. 26, where they rolled an 8-game qualifier, to place them on the brackets. The Eisenhower Varsity team was cut out in the first round of bracket play, but not without rolling all of their games over 200, which was a great accomplishment. The Lawton Varsity Girls made it two more rounds to the final to be the State Champion runner-up for the 2011 High School Season.

P.H.A.T. Club competition underwayThe weight loss competition for members of the P.H.A.T. (Pretty Hot and Tempting) Club is underway. Members have divided into three teams and each team has a trainer as team leader. The teams are PHAT Babes, Team Caliente and Number One Stunners. The team leaders will also sign the teams up for the President’s Challenge and log in the hours exercised and the kind of activity performed by the team mem-bers. The team that wins a medal in the President’s Challenge and loses the most weight and body fat percent before July will win the competition and will be recognized with an award. For more information, call (580) 442-6175 or email Claudia.mejia1@us.army.mil.

Automotive Skills Center offers facility, staff and classes for automotive careThe Automotive Skills Center can fix your car if you don’t have time. The knowledgeable staff offers re-pairs, tune-ups, brake jobs, and more. Make your own vehicle repairs and save a bundle at the center. The center hosts automotive repair classes and movies every month. Classes include Automotive Computer, April 1; Advanced Electronic Ignition Part 1, April 7; Advanced Electronic Ignition Part 2, April 8; Sheet

Metalwork Part 1, April 14; Sheet Metalwork Part 2, April 15; Electric Arc Welding Part 1, April 21; Elec-tric Arc Welding Part 2, April 22; Oxygen/Acetylene Welding Part 1, April 28; Oxygen/Acetylene Welding Part 2, April 29. A mandatory safety class, which is required before using the facility, is offered 30 minutes after opening. Bay rentals start at $4 per hour. The Automotive Skills Center, located at 2503 Ringgold Road, is open Thursday from 3-10 p.m.; Friday from 2-10 p.m.; and Saturday - Monday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For information, call (580) 442-5152.

Monthly Sports Program Update Meeting held third Thursday of the monthThe monthly Sports Program Update meeting is the third Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m. in the RecPlex to provide unit and battalion Athletic Representatives with information on the Intramural Sports program and other upcoming sporting events. All sports teams are for active duty personnel only assigned or attached to Fort Sill. For more information, call Randy Ward at (580) 442-5623 or 442-3269. After duty hours, call (580) 919-2972.

Hourly care available at Grierson CDCThe Alice Grierson Child Development Center offers hourly care for children 6 weeks to 5 years old, a Pre-K wrap-around care program and a part-time preschool and toddler program. The center’s hours are 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. for hourly care, Pre-K wrap-around care from 5:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for the part-time programs. There is limited space available. Parents must register with Child, Youth and School Services to utilize the center. Call (580) 442-3927 for more information.

CYS Services offers range of services online with WebTracCYS Services offers a range of services with WebTrac, an online payment and pre-registration service for CYS Services. The online service offers online pre-registration for membership, enrollment in SKIES, Sports, EDGE, the Youth Center and School Age Center events. Patrons can request placement of their child or children on the CYSS waiting list and make hourly care appointments. WebTrac also allows fami-lies to print child care receipts, tax statements and pay child care household balances in conjunction with the billing cycle. Visit the site at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil. Patrons can begin pre-registration through WebTrac, and then a CYS Services representative will contact them for an appointment to finalize the registration process. For more information, log on to https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/ or call (580) 442-3927 or 442-4836.

SKIES Unlimited offers classes for school-age studentsSKIES Unlimited offers instructional classes for children, from infancy to adolescence, registered with CYS Services. Current classes include: Martial Arts, Ballet, Piano, Dance, Guitar, Zumba, Swimming, Free Babysitting Courses, Baby Sign Language workshops and Golf. Enrollment is ongoing and classes are paid for on a monthly basis. Parents should sign-up their children before the first day of each month prior to starting. Payments are due within five business days from the first of each month. Visit www.sillmwr.com/skies.html for more information, or call (580) 442-4831 or 442-3927. Register online at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil.

Teens sign-up for summer Hired! term by May 2Teens 15-18 years old, can get valuable work experience and workforce preparation training through the Fort Sill Youth Center. The Hired! Apprenticeship Program gives participants an opportunity to explore

secondary education options and work with an assigned mentor in one of many career interest areas. Teens gain valuable experiences and training and are better equipped with the skills needed for a highly-compet-itive job market. Apprenticeship terms are 12 weeks in length. Upon successful completion of the term, participants are eligible for a cash award. The Hired Apprenticeship Application deadline for the summer term is May 2 and the term runs from May 21 – Aug. 12. For more information or to obtain an application, contact Amber Hallmark, workforce preparation specialist, at the Fort Sill Youth Center, (580) 442-5407 or amber.hallmark@us.army.mil.

EDGE program looking for volunteers to teachThe EDGE Program is in need of instructors for the following activities: Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, Biking, Archery, Racquetball, Cooking, Aerobics, Zumba, Yoga, Calligraphy, Sewing, Tap Dance, Graphic Arts, Sailing, Wind Surfing, Kayaking and Canoeing. For more information, contact Janet Tippeconnic at (580) 442-5952 or janet.tippeconnic@us.army.mil.

Fort Sill Golf Course is open to the publicThe Fort Sill Golf Course is open to the public Tuesday through Friday for open play. Weekend play is still reserved for authorized users, family members and their guests. Currently hours of the course are from 7:45 a.m.–7:30 p.m. or from dawn to dusk. For more information, call the Pro Shop at (580) 442-5441.

RecPlex offers variety of movies and gamesThe RecPlex has a wide variety of movies available to show for the Friday Night Movie since the cen-ter now has an account with NetFlix and Gamefly. Gamefly will also provide games for the Xboxes with Kinect, Playstation 3, and Wii’s.

Meeting rooms available at Nye LibraryMeeting rooms for larger groups are now available at Nye Library. The library has three meeting rooms that can hold up to 26 individuals each and can easily be converted to a larger space that holds up to 78 individuals. Assistance is also available for your projection and audio visual needs. Call 442-2048 to get the request form and reserve a room.

Nye Library offers Story Time Wednesdays at 11 a.m., Thursdays at 2 p.m.Preschoolers and their parents are invited to enjoy stories and crafts every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. and Thursday afternoon at 2 p.m. For more information, call (580) 442-2048.

Nye Library offers Kids Book ClubChildren, grades 3 through 6, interested in reading and discussing literature, are invited to join Nye Li-brary every Wednesday from 4:30-5:30 p.m. for the Kid’s Book Club. Children will read out loud and then ask questions of their peers. Sign up at Nye Library and don’t forget to bring book recommendations. For more information, call (580) 442-3806.

NEOS gaming system available for families at Co-Op ParkThe NEOS Wall and NEOS 360 electronic outdoor games are located at Co-Op Park, off Fort Sill Bou-levard on Upton Road. NEOS is the world’s first electronic play systems for the playground. It combines the speed and reflex action of video games with the explosive movement of aerobic exercise to create the

most physically challenging and exciting activity ever to hit your play space. Playing NEOS delivers a workout for the heart and lungs-not just the thumbs. Each NEOS play system offers multiple, high-thrill games for solo or team players. Every game presents a different set of challenges as player’s race each other-or the clock-to hit the blinking lights. The free games are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Cabins open for reservation at LETRALake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area has lakeside rustic, wood cabins available for reservation in three different sizes. The small cabins accommodate up to four people; the medium cabins accommodate up to six people; and large cabins accommodate seven people. The prices for the cabins are $55 for the small cabins; $65 for the medium cabins; and $75 for the large cabins. The cabins are available for reservation to all, but there is an additional $10 cost for civilians. The cabins come with all the amenities including furnishings; heat and air; a TV and DVD player; fully-stocked kitchens with dishes and silverware; and linens and towels. Reservations should be made up to two months in advance. For reservations or ques-tions, call the Country Store, at (580) 442-5854.

Adventure Travel offers discounted ticketsAdventure Travel offers discounted tickets for several great trips and vacations including: • Roundtrip air and hotel stay to Waikiki, Hawaii. The flight leaves out of Oklahoma City May 2 for a 4-nights stay at Ashton Waikiki Beach Resort for $799 per person with double occupancy.* • A 7-night Alaska Cruise aboard Holland America Line’s Statendam departing May 29 out of Anchorage. Ports include: Anchorage, Haines, Juneau, Ketchikan and Vancouver. The trip will cruise College Fjord and Glacier Bay. The accommodations are interior cabin, double occupancy and the cost is $699 per person.* • Cancun Flamingo Resort 4-night stay, which includes meals, drinks and more. Fly out of Dallas-Fort Worth May 15.The cost is $579 per person, double occupancy.* • A 4-night stay at Sandals Negril Beach Resort and Spa in Jamaica. Fly out of Dallas-Fort Worth, May 10. This is an adults’ and couples only resort. The price includes all meals at gourmet specialty restaurants; any time snacks; unlimited premium brand alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; non-motorized water sports; land sports; a round-trip airport transfers, taxes and tips included. Cost is $1961 per person for double occupancy.**All prices are per person, based on double occupancy and based on availability. All prices are before taxes and port charges, subject to change as space fills up.For all of your travel needs, and tickets to nearby amusement parks and water parks, check out Adven-ture Travel in the PX Mall, call the office at (580) 250-4040 or visit them on the web at www.adv-travel.com.

Rinehart Fitness Center offers Stroll and Stride Workout on Tuesday and ThursdayEveryone is invited to Stroll and Stride on Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the 3-mile track, off Mow-Way Road. Learn how to exercise and make your walk more interesting and effective. Use the stroller as resistance, socialize with other parents and have fun with your children. For more informa-tion, call (580) 442-6712 or visit www.sillmwr.com.

Rinehart Fitness Center offers 3D Abs classRinehart Fitness Center offers a 3D Abs class. Experience an abdominal workout that is effective in ton-ing and strengthening your core. Classes are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:30 a.m.-noon. For information, call (580) 442-2740.

Goldner offers Turbo Kick classesGoldner Fitness Center now offers Turbo Kick Classes on Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and Sat-urdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Turbo Kick is a combination of intense kickboxing and dance moves. It’s an ultimate cardiovascular workout that offers intense intervals, strength and endurance training with a relaxing cool-down. For more information, call (580) 442-2740.

Goldner offers Cardio and Core Attack classesGoldner Fitness Center now offers Cardio and Core Attack classes Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-6 p.m. This is athletic challenge that includes interesting drills, standing core work, kickboxing and more. For more information, call (580) 442-2740.

Honeycutt Fitness Center offers Belly Dance classesHoneycutt Fitness Center offers Belly Dance classes Fridays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Belly dance is a non-impact, weight-bearing exercise and is suitable for all ages. Many of the moves involve isolations, which improves flexibility of the torso. The legs and long muscles of the back are strengthened by hip movements. For information, call (580) 442-5912.

Little Java offers breakfast, lunch in Fort Sill Conference CenterLittle Java, in the Fort Sill Conference Center at 6045 Sheridan Road, formerly the Gunners Inn, offers appetite-pleasing breakfast and lunch menus at prices that can’t be beat. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and evenings, and weekends by reservation only. Little Java can even do small catered events. For more information, call 442-1874.

Fort Sill Conference Center available for meetings, eventsThe Fort Sill Conference Center is available for reservation at no cost for all military and Department of Defense personnel and their families. The center can also be used to conduct classes, Family Readiness Group meetings and many other events. The center hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and evenings, and weekends by reservation only. To reserve the Fort Sill Conference Center, call Jeffrey Jerles at (580) 442-3060, 442-6999 or online at www.sillmwr.com.

Recycle Center collects recyclablesThe Recycle Center, located on the corner of Mow-Way and Sheridan Roads, offers collection bins available 24 hours a day. Users are reminded that the Recycle Center is a collection point for recyclable materials only, not trash. All recyclable materials must be placed inside the collection bins. Items placed in the bins are not eligible for unit “Cash for Trash” credit. If you have questions about what is accepted or the unit “Cash for Trash” program, please call (580) 442-5712 or 585-7865.

Rec Hut checks out sports equipment for patronsFeel like playing some tennis or skating, but don’t have the equipment? The Rec Hut can meet your

needs. The Rec Hut (Bldg 602) is located next to Butner Field on Quinette Road, just south of the Patriot Club. Roller skates, roller blades and tennis racquets are available for check out with a picture ID. Equip-ment checkout is quick and easy. The Rec Hut is open during the following times: Friday from 6-10 p.m.; Saturday from 1-8 p.m.; and Sunday from 1-6 p.m. Other times are available by reservation. For reserva-tions, call the Fort Sill Sports Office at (580) 442-3269 or 442-5623.

Impact Zone offers fun throughout the week • The Impact Zone opens Monday through Friday from 4 p.m., and on Saturday at 6 p.m. • Ultimate Fighting Championship 129 returns to the Impact Zone April 30, beginning at 8 p.m. The night will feature two title fights. Current champion Georges St. Pierre will defend his Welterweight title against Jake Shields. Newly crowned Featherweight Champion, Jose Aldo, will put his belt on the line in a fight against Mark Hominick. The night also features a bout between Light Heavyweights, Randy Couture and Lyoto Machida. Food and beverage specials will be available. • Java Café serves breakfast. Whether you’re powering up after a grueling PT or meeting the ladies for a cup of Starbuck’s coffee, Java Café can help you get your morning started right. Located inside Fort Sill’s Impact Zone, Java Café serves breakfast Monday through Friday from 7:30-10:30 a.m. • The Java Café is open for lunch Monday through Friday; on Wednesday from 4:30-9 p.m.; and on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights until 10 p.m. and serves a full menu until close. • Play all your favorite games at the Impact Zone. The IZ has Wii, foos ball, air hockey, pool tables and darts available to play.

Patriot Club Barber Shop offers haircuts to Family & MWR patronsThe Barber Shop inside the Patriot Club offers haircuts and styling to men and women, members and non-members. For more information, call 442-0883.

Fort Sill Golf Course Mulligan’s Restaurant open to golfers, walk-insMulligan’s Restaurant, inside the Fort Sill Golf Club, is open for business. This informal and friendly res-taurant is designed to give you exactly what you want-good food, a fun environment and a place to meet friends and family. Mulligan’s offers a complete breakfast menu. Golfers and walk-in customers may choose from a full menu of delicious burgers, sandwiches, and freshly tossed salad selections during the day. Mulligan’s, the Pro Shop restaurant, is open Tuesday through Sunday. Have your order ready when you get there, by calling it in at (580) 442-5391.

Twin Oaks Bowling Center offers specials throughout the week • Monday is bowl for $1.75 all day long. • Thursday is the Bowlopolis family special, starting at 2 p.m.; the last session starts at 8 p.m. Get a lane for up to six people with two hour shoe rental, one large one-topping pizza and two pitchers of soda for $25. • Saturday night is head pin bowling. When a colored pin comes down in the #1 position, get a strike and you will get a coupon for a free game. • All specials at the bowling center are offered on a space-available basis because only 18 of the 36 lanes are currently open due to the fire system construction. Current league play will have first priority and open play will be available on any available lanes. • The center offers party packages starting at $3.25 per person. Call (580) 442-2882 for information.

Army Community Service offers Job Search Assistance and Resume Writing ClassThe Employment Readiness Program at Fort Sill is currently offering resume writing and career plan-ning workshops to help military spouses enhance their job search. The ERP staff provides an overview of employment opportunities in the local community, assistance with federal employment application procedures, assistance in career planning and goal setting. In addition, job seekers will have access to computers for resume and application and a great collection of professional career books for reference. For those about to relocate who desire personal assistance, plan to see the Employment Readiness Pro-gram at your installation three months prior to relocation and during the first three months following your arrival at the new duty station. Call 442-4359 or 442-4681 to make your one-on-one appointment or to sign up for workshops.

Family and MWR is looking for a few good volunteersFamily and MWR are looking for volunteers for many programs across post and for various events throughout the year. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Army Community Service at (580) 442-4682.

Army Community Service offers Individual Financial CounselingThe ACS Financial Readiness program Personal Financial Counseling helps individuals and families manage finances, resolve financial problems and reach long-term goals such as buying a home and plan-ning for retirement. Take control of your finances, reduce money-related stress and overcome the finan-cial issues of military life. The Personal Financial Counselor can advise you on: Financial planning for deployment and beyond; Military benefits; Pay and entitlements; Individual or Family budgets; spending plans; Credit management and Credit cards; Debt liquidation; Consumer rights; and Military and com-munity resources. The counselor can be reached at 442-3080.

Outdoor Adventure Center rents equipment and reserves on-post parksThe Outdoor Adventure Center has all the equipment you need to make the most of your outdoor time. The Center also reserves the five on-post picnic areas and parks. Medicine Creek Park, Ambrosia Springs Park, Quinette Park, Rucker Park and the Co-Op Park are available to reserve for your next family outing or unit function at no charge. The Outdoor Adventure Center is located in the RecPlex, 2502 Sheridan Road. Call (580) 355-8270 for more information.

Monthly MeetingsThe next Fort Sill Family and Community Team Session, SillFACTS meeting, is April 5 at the Fort Sill Conference Center beginning at 10 a.m. The meeting serves as a focal point for information exchange on matters of community interest and increases communication and interaction between Fort Sill units/directorates/activities. The meeting is open to the public. For more information, contact Cheryl Foster at (580) 442-3113. • Caravan Club offers field trips for military children birth to 5 and their favorite big person. The Caravan Club is a great way for preschoolers and their families to enjoy educational field trips through-out Lawton Fort Sill, Southwest Oklahoma and North Texas. There are new and exciting trips available every month for military children and their caregivers. There is no cost for this activity, but pre-regis-tration is required by calling 442-6458 or e-mailing lisa.jansenrees@us.army.mil with the name(s) and

ages(s) of the children attending and name and cell number of accompanying parent. • Newcomers/Start Right Orientation is presented on Tuesdays in Building 4700, Room 216 start-ing at 8 a.m. This orientation is open to all newly assigned Soldiers and family members. No pre-registra-tion is required to attend the briefing. For more information call (580) 442-2360. • Volunteer Orientation, for all those interested in volunteering, helps them get started in the Volun-teer Management Information System (VMIS). The orientation is conducted on an as-needed-basis. For more information, call ACS at 442-4916. • for all those interested in volunteering, to Installation Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers meetings are the first and third Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Fort Sill Conference Center. The next meetings are April 5 and 19, all who are interested are welcome to attend. Come discover all of the programs offered to Fort Sill’s Single Soldiers and geographical bachelors. For information, call the BOSS president at 442-6346. • The Relocation Readiness Program has combined the Waiting Families and Culture Connection Group Meetings. Waiting Families provides support for spouses and families living in the Lawton Fort Sill area while separated from their service member for mission requirements. Culture Connection as-sists family members from other countries as they transition into the Lawton Fort Sill community. Family members can receive help in obtaining a drivers license, information on English classes, child care and more. For more information, call (580) 442-2360.

Upcoming Events: • In honor of Fort Sill’s military spouses, MWR will once again host a Military Spouse Apprecia-tion Night. This year’s event, “Spouse-a-palooza,” will be on Friday, May 6 at the Patriot Club Ballroom from 6 – 9 p.m. This event is free for military spouses and the festivities include dinner, a night of pam-pering, door prizes, and de-stressing tools. Reservations are required and the event is limited to the first 400 military spouses who RSVP by April 31. For more information, call (580) 442-0378. • Fort Sill Family & Morale, Welfare and Recreation and the Fort Sill Stray Pet Facility and Vet Clinic will host the 2011 Inaugural Pooch Plunge May 7 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Lake Elmer Thomas Rec-reation Area. The event, held during National Pet Week and Sports and Fitness Awareness Month, will include fun events for dogs and their owners. Events include: a Pooch Plunge into Lake Elmer Thomas, a Tail-wagger Swagger Fun Run/Walk and a Canine Agility Course. All pets must have up-to-date vaccines and shots; tags and collars must be worn. For more information, visit www.sillmwr.com or call (580) 442-5858 or 919-2965. • Fort Sill will host the first Fort Sill Polo Classic on the Fort Sill Polo Field May 8 at 2 p.m. The match is free and open to the public. •The Practical Application of Intimate Relationship Skills workshop is May 14. The PAIRS work-shop focuses on basic relationship skills, dealing with conflict and effective communication. In support of Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Prevention Month, this session is open to the public. For more infor-mation, contact Angela Schertle at (580) 442-6801 or 442-4916. Online registration is available at www.sillmwr.com. • Missoula Children’s Theater, a nationally acclaimed educational-enhancement organiza-tion focusing on children’s theater is coming to Fort Sill with PROPS, Plays, Recitals, Orchestration, Plays and Stagecraft, for a week-long Theatre experience from June 13-18. Audition registration will begin May 2. For more information, call 442-4831.