PROPS offers children’s theater experience, auditions begin May 2Missoula Children’s Theater, a nationally acclaimed educational-enhancement organization focusing on chil-dren’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 (580) 442-4831.

Nye Library celebrates National Children’s Book Week May 2-8Join Nye Library May 2–8 to enjoy the displays of popular children’s books all week long and get some infor-mation about the authors. Kids, enjoy a craft Thursday, May 5 at 4:30 p.m. for a chance to make your very own book. The event is open to the military community.

Sports hosts Zumbathon May 5 at Elmer Thomas ParkA Zumbathon is slated May 5 from 6-8 p.m. at Elmer Thomas Park, on the stage area on the east side of park. There will be two hours of Zumba with seven instructors. Zumbathon is part of the Fitness in the Park program with Fit Kids of Southwest Oklahoma, Lawton Parks and Recreation and Family and MWR. The event is in celebration of Cinco de Mayo and they will promote STRONG B.A.N.D.S. and give out wristbands to the par-ticipants so they can show their commitment to an active and healthy lifestyle.

Military spouses recognized with Spouse-a-paloosa May 6In honor of Fort Sill’s military spouses, MWR will once again host a Military Spouse Appreciation 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 pampering, door prizes, and de-stressing tools. For information, call (580) 442-0378.

Community Dinner served May 6 at Patriot ClubThe Community Membership Dinner is May 6 at the Patriot Club. 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 children, 5 and under. RSVP by calling 442-4120. For information, call (580) 442-5300.

First Pooch Plunge hosted at LETRA May 7Fort 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 Recreation 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. STRONG B.A.N.D.S. will promote and give out wristbands to the participants so they can show their commitment to an active and healthy lifestyle. 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.

Youth Center hosts Mother’s Day lunch, movie May 7The Youth Center is hosting a Mother’s Day luncheon and a movie at the Youth Center on May 7 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Teens in 6th through 12th grade are welcome to bring their Mother or a special guest. The youth will also be decorating cupcakes for their mothers for dessert. The teens can also make a scrapbooking card and will be taking pictures. There is no cost for the event. For more information, call (580) 442-6745.

Spring postwide Garage Sale slated May 7The Post-wide Garage Sale is May 7 in the 1-78th Field Artillery parking lot, on Crane Road nextto the Behavioral Health Building, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. The event is open to the public for shopping. For infor-mation, call (580) 442-9480.

Patriot Club serves Mother’s Day Brunch May 8Treat mom to a scrumptious meal on her special day with the Mother’s Day Brunch at the Patriot Club. There will be two seating times: 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. The price is $18.50 for non-members, $18.00 for members, $7.50 for children ages 6 - 12 years and free for children 5 years and under. The meal will feature shrimp boil, slow cooked roast beef, squash and zucchini, hash browns, eggs, bacon, sausage, mashed potatoes and gravy, rice, waffle station, salad station, assorted desserts, rolls and beverages. Reservations are required by May 3. RSVP by calling (580) 442-2020.

Nye Library hosts Mother-Child Tea Party May 7 at 10 a.m.Kids of all ages can do something special for Mom on Mother’s Day by bringing mom to a Mother – Child Tea Party May 7 from 10 a.m. to noon and enjoy some light refreshments, make a special gift, and spend time with Mom. Supplies are limited to 50 individuals so don’t forget to register at the circulation desk. This is a come and go event, so come when you want and leave when you want. The event is open to the military community.

Fort Sill to host first Polo Match in decades May 8 on Polo FieldFort Sill will host the Fort Sill Polo Classic featuring an exhibition match with the Cross Timber Polo Club of Bixby, Oklahoma on the Fort Sill Polo Field May 8 at 2 p.m. This event is the first polo match held in 50 years to commemorate the history of polo on Fort Sill. There will be a meet and greet at 1:30 p.m. at the Polo Club. The match is free and open to the public.

Nye Library’s Adult Book Club May 8 at 2 p.m.Join Nye Library’s Adult Book Club May 8 at 2 p.m. This month’s book is “The Creature from Jekyll Island,” by G. Edward Griffin. Snacks and drinks are provided by a book club mem-ber. Bring your friends and book recommendations. For more information, call (580) 442-3806.

Fort Sill’s 6th Annual Freedom Thunder Motorcycle Safety Ride is May 12The Fort Sill 6th Annual Freedom Thunder Motorcycle Safety Ride is May 12 in the parking lot of the Impact Zone. Registration is ongoing at 4700 Mow-Way Road or from 7:30-9:30 a.m. on the day of the event.

PAIRS workshop offered May 14The Practical Ap-

plication of Intimate Relationship Skills workshop is May 14 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Resiliency Training Campus. The PAIRS workshop is a one day couple’s communication class. Couples will learn effective com-munication skills, discover why we communicate the way we do, and develop methods to create a longer last-ing and deeper couple bond. Free childcare is available for those who register by 1 May. To register, visit www.sillmwr.com or call 442-6801.

Nye Library offers free movie matinee May 14Join Nye Library for the free Saturday Matinee from 1-3 p.m. when they will show the movie “The Second Jungle Book,” (PG) based on the book by Louise Fitzhugh. A guardian must remain with their children if they are under 8 years old or if the movie rating is PG or higher. For more information, call (580) 442-3806.

Commissary hosts Family Fun Festival May 14The Fort Sill Commissary hosts the 2011 Family Fun Festival May 14. Kids Day events include A Basketball free throw contest open to single soldiers and kids and a potato sack race or three- legged race for the children. Events include: Army bouncing, exercise demonstrations such as stationary bike and treadmill, a clinic con-ducting blood pressure screening and an information table, a Fire and Emergency services information table and family services information table. Single Soldiers participate in push up contest (gifts awards to winners) and show the young kids how to do proper push up. There will also be a shopping cart race for single Soldiers. There will be numerous demos throughout the commissary including a food show in the Deli/Bakery; Hotdogs and sodas will be provided free by Pepsi and Kraft. Tyson will give away a grill; C&C will give away a bicycle; Red Bull will give a His & Hers Canoe; Pepsi will give away a grill and a basketball goal; Coke will give away an XBox-360; and Kellogg’s and Keebler will give away four NASCAR jackets, XBox Connects and games, and a basketball throw game.

ERP offers social networking with tough career transitions May 14A Team Sill Social Networking Program is May 14 at 7 p.m. at the Fort Sill Polo Club. The event features a 20-minute talk with Elisabeth H. Sanders-Park, author, speaker and president of Tough Career Transitions Ex-pert. There will be a question and answer portion and book signing. There will also be a wine tasting and Jazz music. The event is open to Fort Sill employees, DoD civilians, Soldiers, retirees and the public. To RSVP, call (580) 442-4681 or 442-4359.

Boater Safety Class offered May 14A Boater Safety Class is May 14 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. Attendees 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.

Family Campout slated May 14-15 at LETRADust off the camping gear and pitch your tent at LETRA for the first-ever Family Campout on May 14-15. The campout begins Saturday at 1 p.m. and runs through Sunday at noon. Camping has never been better with tons of activities to keep the family busy like arts and crafts, archery, canoeing,

geocaching and more. The cost is $5 per person and includes activities, tent site, and a light breakfast. Interest-ed families should pre-register at the Outdoor Adventure Center before the campout date. Food and drinks can be purchased onsite. For more information, call (580) 442-3575.

Girls Fast Pitch Softball Tournament slated May 20-22The ASA Girls Fast Pitch Softball Tournament is May 20-22 at the Cannoneer Complex. Call (580) 442-5623 for more information.

TOBC hosts Pro Am, PBA Regional Tournaments May 20-22Twin Oaks Bowling Center will host a Sweeper and Pro-Am Tournament May 20 at 5 and 7 p.m.; the Profes-sional Bowlers Association Regional Bowling Tournament May 21 from 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; and the PBA Regional Bowling Tournament finals May 22 from 6:30 a.m.-4 p.m. All events are open for public viewing. For more information, call the center at (580) 442-2882.

LETRA Adventure Miniature Golf Tournament slated May 21The LETRA Miniature Golf Tournament is May 21 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. There will be 18-hole challenge and bragging rights. Prizes will be given to the top 3 teams. For information, call 442-5858.

Cherish the Gift of Summer Fun offered May 21Cherish the Gift of Summer Fun is May 21 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Resiliency Training Campus. This one-day family friendly seminar features 15 different classes for all ages and interests. Teens can learn the basics of summer job searches or how to create a first job budget. Parents will love discovering ways to encourage summer reading and outdoor fun. All family members can participate in Geo-Caching or a Bicycle Safety round up. Free childcare is available to families who register by May 6. To register, visit www.sillmwr.com or call 442-6801.

Summer Reading Program kicks off 1pm May 21 at Nye LibrarySummer is right around the corner and Nye Library has some fantastic reading opportunities for kids in June and July. Register your children, birth through teens, at our Summer Reading Program Kick-off on May 21 from 1-3 p.m. There will be Summer Reading Program information and registration, balloon animals, fun carnival games, and prizes. Registration can be done anytime from May through July 21. Be on the lookout for the 8-week Summer Reading Program in May, June, and July. Parents must come in to sign the registration forms and pick up the information before their children can participate in the Summer Reading Program. The program is open to the military community.

Nye Library offers Microsoft 2007 Publisher classes May 24 and 28 at 1 p.m.If you want to learn about Microsoft 2007 Publisher, sign up at Nye Library for a free class on the software program. The class is offered from 1-3 p.m. on Tuesday, May 24 or Saturday, May 28. Class size is limited to 15 indi-viduals. Children

must be 10 years or older and children 10-11 must be accompanied by a guardian. Children 18 and younger must have their guardian sign them up. Participation is primarily for the military community. Call 442-3806 for more information.

Family and Soldier Support Training May 25 Join Army Community Service May 25 from 8:45 a.m.-4 p.m. for the Family and Soldier Support Training, a day of training on FRG Leadership. Topics include FRG Basics, Roles and Responsibilities, Resources, Fund-ing and more. The training is geared for FRG leaders, commanders and rear detachment commanders, but anyone involved with the FRG may attend in an effort to have a better understanding. Child care is available if reservations are made by May 6. Contact David Carnahan for more information or to sign up call (580) 442-0653 or e-mail david.carnahan@us.army.mil.

LETRA hosts monthly Fishing Tournament May 26Everyone is invited to come out and test their fishing skills or just have some fun at Lake Elmer Thomas Rec-reation Area’s Fishing Tournament May 26 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Participant will fish for a different species each time out. The May tournament will be fishing for bass. 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 informa-tion, call (580) 442-5858.

Nye Library hosts Science Explosion May 26 Join Nye Library May 26 at 4:30 p.m. for the Science Explosion and explore the exciting world of science. Participants will make some interesting discoveries and maybe even some hands-on experiments. The program lasts from 4:30–5:30 p.m. The event is open to the military community.

Youth Center trip to Six Flags planned May 27The Youth Center offers a Six Flags Over Texas trip for members on Friday May 27. There are only 45 spots available. Participants must be a registered member of the YC, fill out permission slip and pay to hold a spot. Cost is $40 and that includes transportation, ticket to get in, sack lunch on the bus, and meal voucher for Six Flags. Will leave the center at 8 a.m. and return around 11 p.m.

Impact Zone offers aTexas Hold ’em Tournament May 27Texas Hold ‘em is back at the Impact Zone on May 27. Sign-up at 5:30 p.m., the game starts at 6 p.m. The Im-pact 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.

Final Friday is May 27 at Patriot ClubThe 31st Air Defense Artillery Brigade will host Final Friday on May 27. Final Friday is a monthly leaders’ call in order to build personal and profes-sional relationships and further the concept of Team Sill - Oklahoma Pride.

Join the 31st ADA 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 information or to sponsor an event, call 442-5300.

Women get back to Nature with Outdoor Recreation Wildflower Walk May28Enjoy the Wildlife Refuge on a bus tour and moderate hike to view the wild May flowers of Oklahoma May 28 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. There is a $5 cost for the event, which is part of the new Women in Nature program. Women, 18 and older, are invited to get outside and active with the tour. The trip leaves from the RecPlex, 2502 Sheridan Road. For information, call (580) 442-3575.

Teen- Summer Reading Program begins May 31at Nye LibraryThe first session of the Summer Reading Program for Teens begins May 31 from 1-2 p.m. Come get inspired to read for prizes, create cool crafts, and participate in neat activities. The reading program is open to the military community.

Youth Competitive Swim Team runs May-AugustYouth, ages 18 and under; are invited to join the Youth Competitive swim team. The cost, which is $65, covers goggles, swimsuit, swimmers cap, trophy and T-shirt. Participants new to the team must tryout before register-ing. Call Youth Sports at (580) 442-5926 for the tryout date. Space is limited. Participants must have a sports physical that is current through the swim season prior to registration. Contact Parent Central Services at (580) 442-3927 or 442-4836 for a registration appointment or log on to webrac to https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil.

Tickets on sale now for Army Concert Tour featuring Miranda Lambert July 2Tickets are on sale now for the 2011 Army Concert Tour Saturday, July 2 at the Fort Sill Polo Field with coun-try superstar Miranda Lambert headlining the show. The concert, which occurs before Monday’s July 4 celebra-tion, will kick off the Independence Day celebration. The gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 6:20 p.m. Lambert will headline the concert along with special guests Merle Haggard and Stoney LaRue. The concert is open to the public and tickets are available at Stripes stores in Lawton, Duncan, Altus and Wichita Falls, Crutcher’s Western Wear, Mega Cleaners and online at www.sillmwr.com. On Fort Sill, tickets are available at the Welcome Center (bldg 4700), Twin Oaks Bowling Center, the Impact Zone and Little Java Café. Advanced ticket price is $35 and tickets will cost $40 at the gate. For more information, call (580) 442-2025.

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. •Intramural Golf start date begins week of May 1 at the Fort Sill Golf Course. •Intramural Track and Field is scheduled for May 3-5 at Prichard Field. •The deadline for Intramural Softball entry is May 10 and league play will start May 17. •The qualifier for the 10 Miler team is May 14 at Apache Gate. The race starts at 7 a.m.

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.

Fitness in the Park offered Saturdays at Elmer Thomas ParkThe 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 at the lakeside stage on the east side of Elmer Thomas Park. The free classes are offered to the community through a partnership with Fort Sill Family and Morale, Welfare 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 something they enjoy doing together and to get everyone outside and active together. For more information, call (580) 442-6175.

CYSS extended hours for evening, weekend child careThe School Age Center and Grierson Child Development Center will be open Friday, May 6 from 7-11 p.m. for the Friday special opening and Saturday, May 14 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 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.

EFMP offers activities in May •The Exceptional Family Member Program families will go bowling at the Twin Oaks Bowling Center, May 26 from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Two free games and shoes are included. •Camp Cowabunga volunteer applications are being accepted through May 20. Camp Cowabunga is a one-week summer camp for children with moderate to severe special needs. This summer, the camp is slated June 20-24 at the Fort Sill Patriot Club. Interested volunteers can download the application from www.sillmwr.com. For more information, call the Exceptional Family Member Program at 442-4916. Call (580) 442-3393 to register.

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. Mem-bers 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 members. 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 repairs, 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. 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 informa-tion, call (580) 442-5152.

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 chil-dren on the CYSS waiting list and make hourly care appointments. WebTrac also allows families 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 infor-mation, 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 Babysit-ting 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. Pay-ments 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-competitive job market. Ap-prenticeship 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, con-tact Janet Tippeconnic at (580) 442-5952 or janet.tippeconnic@us.army.mil.

Fort Sill Golf Course is open to the public

The 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 center now has an account with NetFlix and Gamefly. Gamefly will also provide games for the Xboxes with Kinect, Play-station 3, and Wii. Come out and test your gaming skills.The RecPlex has weekly tournaments each Saturday in May and prizes will be awarded for 1st and 2nd place. All tournaments are free. Contact the RecPlex at 442-4824 for more information.

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. As-sistance 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 Library every Wednesday from 4:30-5:30 p.m. for the Kid’s Book Club. Children will read out loud and then ask ques-tions of their peers. Sign up at Nye Library and don’t forget to bring book recommendations. For more informa-tion, 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 Boulevard 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 play-

ers. 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 avail-able 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 cab-ins. 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 questions, 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 Las Vegas May 16-19. The flight leaves out of Oklahoma City May 16 for a 3-nights stay at the Stratosphere for $354 per person.*

•A 4-night stay at the Holiday Inn Sunspree on the beach in Jamaica May 21-25. Fly out of Dallas-Fort Worth, May 21. The price includes all meals, all beverages; non-motorized water sports; airport transfers, taxes and tips included. Cost is $898 per person.*

•A 7-night eastern Caribbean cruise aboard the Carnival Conquest departing June 26 from Galveston. Ports include: Nassau and Freeport in the Bahamas and Key West, Florida. The accommodations are interior cabin, including all port charges and taxes and the cost is $957 per person.**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.

•Adventure Travel has tickets to various amusement parks and water parks in this area at greatly dis-counted prices for military. Also, order tickets for Disneyworld before you head to Orlando and save more than 50 percent off the gate price for 4-day park-hopper passes, priced at just $138 per person to salute the military.For all of your travel needs, and tickets to nearby amusement parks and water parks, check out Adventure 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 resis-tance, socialize with other parents and have fun with your children. For more information, 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 toning and strengthening your core. Classes are held Mondays, Wednes-days 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 Saturdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Turbo Kick is a combi-nation of intense kickboxing and dance moves. It’s an ultimate cardiovas-cular 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 classes

Goldner 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 infor-mation, 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 flex-ibility 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 appe-tite-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 De-fense 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 (580) 442-3060 or reserve 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” pro-gram, 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. Equipment checkout is quick and easy. The Rec Hut is open dur-ing 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 130 returns to the Impact Zone May 28, beginning at 8 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Food and beverage specials will

be available. There is no cover for the event. •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 restaurant 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 planning

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 Program at your instal-lation 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 volunteers

Family 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 planning for retire-ment. Take control of your finances, reduce money-related stress and overcome the financial 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 community 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 May 3 at the Fort Sill Confer-ence 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 Cara-van Club is a great way for preschoolers and their families to enjoy educational field trips throughout 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-registration is required by call-ing 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 starting at 8 a.m. This orientation is open to all newly assigned Soldiers and family members. No pre-registration 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 Volunteer 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 Oppor-tunities 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 May 3 and 17, 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 assists 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 •The 32nd Annual Diamond Brigade Run is June 4 and the run starts at 8 a.m. in front of the New Post Chapel on the corner of Fort Sill Boulevard and Randolph Road. Pre-register by May 12 online at www.sillm-wr.com. Race day registration is from 6-7:30 a.m. but race day registrants are not guaranteed a T-shirt. For more information, call the Fort Sill Sports Office at (580)442-3269 or 442-5623. •U.S. Army Entertainment along with Fort Sill’s Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation presents the 2011 Army Concert Tour Saturday, July 2 at the Fort Sill Polo Field featuring country superstar Miranda Lambert with special guests Merle Haggard and Stoney LaRue. The gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 6:20 p.m. The concert is open to the public. •Co-Op Military Appreciation Family Fun Day is July 16 at Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area. The event is open to all military and their families and Co-Op partners.