1. DRAGONSLAYER WEEKLY UPDATE
January 27, 2012
5-5 AIR DEFENSE ARTILLERY FACEBOOK PAGE
Charlie FRG Update: Jan. 31, FRG Meeting
Delta Detachment Update:Jan. 25 Potluck and meeting, Detachment Conference room at COF
Alpha FRG Update: Feb. 23, THURSDAY, North Fort Chapel, 6 pm. Potluck style.For free childcare,
email Roxanne.Goins@conus.army.mil with your children‟s names and ages.
1. FREE TAX FILING SERVICES FOR MILITARY FAMILIES Military OneSource
www.MilitaryOneSource.com is once again offering free tax filing software to eligible service members and
Families through the H&R Block at Home® Basic service. The program provides free access to a
customized version of the basic H&R Block at Home® electronic tax filing product. This customized product
allows for free federal filing and free state filing (up to three states). In addition, free telephonic tax
consultations are available to help with tax related issues. Please access your H&R Block at Home®
Basic account through the website, www.MilitaryOneSource.com. This will prevent any applicable charges
being applied to your account when preparing to file your return. The free offer is only valid through the
Military OneSource website. For first time use, Military is username, OneSource is password.
2. Applications for the 2012 SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MILITARY CHILDREN PROGRAM are available at
commissaries worldwide as well as online at www.militaryscholar.org. To be eligible for a scholarship,
the student must be a dependent, unmarried child, no older than 21 – or 23, if enrolled as a full-time
student at a college or university – of a service member on active duty, reservist, guardsman, retiree, or
survivor of a military member who died while on active duty or survivor of a retiree. Eligibility is determined
using the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) database.
Applicants should ensure that they, as well as their sponsor, are enrolled in the DEERS database and have
a current military ID card. The applicant must also plan to attend or already attend an accredited college or
university, full time, in the fall of 2012 or be enrolled in a program of studies designed to transfer directly
into a four-year program.APPLICATION CLOSES FEB. 24.
3. JOB FAIR February 17 (Friday), from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the ACS Annex, Building 2166, Joint Base
Lewis-McChord (on Lewis-Main) on the Corner of S.12th Street & Liggett Avenue. There will be SEVERAL
EMPLOYERS with JOB OPENINGS IN AREA! For further information please contact theEmployment
Readiness Program at (253) 966-8325.
4. JBLM TAX CENTER is open and preparing for another busy year. The staff consists of 28
servicemembers from the installation and two civilians with tax preparation experience. Military members
received training from the IRS’ Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program and military-specific tax codes.

2. JBLM Tax Center is also testing a new program entitled Free Assisted Self-Service Tax Preparation at
the McChord location. FAST allows people to file taxes electronically on their own for free with a tax
preparation service, including H&R Block Free File, Turbo Tax Freedom and TaxSlayer. A trained staff
member will be on-site at the designated computer stations to help users with filing and working with the
system. Unlike recent years, the tax center will be open on Mondays. You can call ahead to see how long
the wait is prior to arriving. In the past, early daytime hours were the busiest.All services are available on a
walk-in basis. Appointments are available to those who own rental properties, have foreign source income
or other foreign issues, home day care, respite care and for E-9s, O-6s or higher and CW-5s.
http://www.lewis.army.mil/sja/tax/ for information and hours. Call 253-967-1040 for wait times.
5. You are invited to BE A MEMBER OF THE JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD MILITARY SPOUSE
CAREER COMMITTEE. We’d like you to assist in guiding the Employment Readiness Program by letting
us know what we can do to assist Military Spouses to get paying jobs. Some of the employment
experiences that you think we should know can help us. We will meet four times a year, for about an hour,
in the Employment Readiness Program client center. Next meeting is currently scheduled for 25 January,
2012 from 1:00 pm to 2:00pm. Please let me know if you would like to be a member of the Career
Committee for 2012. Email is the easiest way to let me know you’d like to be a member.
Steven.Wegley@conus.army.mil
6. JR. ROTC DRILL MEET The Lakes High School Army JROTC will host a Puget Sound Division Drill meet
Saturday, Jan.28, at Lakes High School, 10320 Farwest Dr. SW in Lakewood. The drill meet is free and
open to the public. Eleven JROTC teams from Washington and Oregon will compete at the meet including
Lakes, Battle Ground, Curtis, Lincoln, Clover Park, Stadium, Prairie, Shelton, South Kitsap, Wilson and
Oregon City high schools. Teams will represent the Navy, Marine Corps, Army and Air Force JROTC
programs. The color guard teams will perform from 7:30 to 9 a.m. in the main gym; strength teams 8:30
a.m. to 1 p.m. in the JROTC Grand Room and on the track; marksmanship teams 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the
auxiliary gym; unarmed drill teams 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the main gym; individual exhibition 8:15 to 10:15 a.m.
in the commons; and armed drill teams 1 to 4 p.m. in the main gym. The unarmed drilldown will take place
at 4:10 p.m. and the armed drilldown will take place at 4:20 p.m.in the main gym, followed by the awards
ceremony at 4:30 p.m. For information, call the Lakes Army JROTC office at 583-5573.
7. I LIKE PIE DAY..REDUX..Any adult or child that says ―I like pie‖ at a CYS Facility on Jan. 30 will receive a
voucher for a game of free bowling at one of the two bowling alleys on JBLM. Great idea!
8. PRAYER BREAKFAST The JBLM National Prayer Breakfast will be held Feb. 1, 7 a.m. at the McChord
Collocated Club on McChord Field. The guest speaker is the Most Reverend J. Peter Sartain, Archbishop
of Seattle. For tickets contact your unit ministry team. Suggested donation of $5.
9. NEWCOMERS‟ ORIENTATION Feb. 7 or Feb. 28, 8:30 a.m., McChord Club, 700 Barnes Blvd., McChord
Field. Orientation includes briefings, on and off post vendors, complimentary lunch, and a bus tour of
JBLM. Free childcare available on site. Mandatory for O-3 and below, CW2 and below, and E-7 and below,
within 30 days of arrival. Casual attire. Families invited.

3. 10. OPERATION FUN Feb. 11, 10am-4pm, at the JBLM MWR Fest Tent. A fun-filled community event
sponsored by VetsMeetVets, Army One Source, Metro Parks Tacoma, and WA National Guard JSS
Directorate for the benefit of Service members, Veterans, and their Families. Bowling, Skating, Wheelchair
basketball, sitting volleyball, Vendor Booths, Entertainment, Demonstrations, Networking, and Kids
Activities. For more details contact: Julie Kerrigan, 253-720-0288, JulieKerrigan23@gmail.com.
11. CARE FAIR If you like to be pampered, plan to spend the day at the free 2012 Operation Care Fair, Sat.,
Feb. 18 at McChord Club/Community Center, bldg. 700. More information to come on the JBLMmwr.com
website.
12. KEYS TO SUCCESS Preparing 9th and 10th Grade Students and Families for a Lifetime of Success
Saturday, February 25, 2012at Evergreen Elementary, JBLM from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. There will be a
8:15 am bus pick-up at Clover Park High School and Lakes High School. Buses will return by 2:15pm.
Those families living on base do not have to ride the bus.Parents/Guardians and Students are Invited.
Free information preparing you for a lifetime of academic and social achievement.
Students and parents will be able to participate in the following academic or social/emotional awareness
workshops:
• Bullying Prevention
• Homework Help/Study Skills
• Healthy Relationships
• Brain Development
• Parent to Parent Resources
• Tackling Math
• Advocating for Child’s Education
• Interpreting Test Scores (MAPs, PSAT, ACT)
There will be numerous community resources on site. Space is limited. You must register to attend.
Complete a registration form and return by February 15 to the main office at your school or the School
Liaison office on JBLM. If you have any questions, contact: Lakes High School, Mr. Scher (360) 239-
7284; Clover Park High School, Ms. Garraway (253) 310-2386; JBLM School Liaison Office, Antoinette
Walker (253) 967-7195.
13. JOBS FOR MILITARY SPOUSES through Heroes at Home 2! Current opportunities with businesses in
Pierce and Thurston counties include: Network Administrator, Pierce County; Inside Sales Representative,
Pierce County; Telemarketer/Researcher, Pierce County; Physical Therapy Receptionist, Thurston County;
Apprentice Optician, Thurston County; Ophthalmic Technician, Thurston County. For more information,
call (253) 966-7366 or stop by Stone Education Center.
14. MILITARY AND FAMILY LIFE CONSULTANTS (MFLCs) are licensed professionals who provide
situational, problem-solving consultations anonymously and confidentially. No written records are kept,
and it is free to military and Family members. Sue Dickson, the 17th Fires Brigade MFLC, has an office
inside the brigade’s new building on North Fort, Room 235. Phone: 253-363-6974 or 253-495-8425. In
addition, two consultants work with Child, Youth and School Services and can be reached at (253) 677-
3883.

4. 15. EKNOWLEDGE DONATES $200 SAT AND ACT TEST PREP PROGRAMS TO MILITARY FAMILIES.
Available to all service members, including members of the Reserves, Active Duty, and their families this
offer is made possible because of donations from NFL/MLB players. This program has been extended to
military Families and veterans for a sixth consecutive year through the eKnowledge Sponsorship Alliance,
NFL and MLB players, and over fifty other organizations. Military personnel can obtain SAT and ACT
PowerPreptm programs at cost ($13.84 to $72.00). The retail value of these programs is $199.99 to
$599.00. The SAT and ACT PowerPrep programs are available as a DVD-ROM set and/or books.To order
a copy of the program visit www.eknowledge.com/militaryhomefront
16. EMERGENCY RELIEF CHANGES AIMED AT MILITARY FAMILIES New categories of assistance and
new scholarship opportunities are now available through Army Emergency Relief (AER). Included among
the new categories of assistance to Soldiers are family member dental care, basic furniture needs, rental
vehicles and replacement vehicles. AER provides no interest loans grants to Soldiers, depending on the
need and individual case. Family dental care is not available on post for Families located in the United
States. This can put a significant financial burden on Soldiers, AER officials said. Also changing within
AER is the consolidation of its spouse scholarship programs. Previously, there were separate programs for
spouses depending on whether they were located in the United States or overseas. For further
information, please go to: http://www.military.com/news/article/army-news/emergency-relief-changes-
aimed-at-milfams.html?col=1186032369115
17. MASSAGE THERAPY Say goodbye to pain and stress with a professional massage therapy session at
JBLM. Choose a total back treatment, deep tissue, relaxation, steam facial massage, pregnancy massage,
and more. Make an appointment with one of our licensed massage therapists at one of two locations:
JBLM 253-224-1110 (at one of the Sports and Fitness centers) or McChord Field Fitness Annex, 206-396-
1467.
18. USED CAR “LEMON-AID” The McChord Field Auto Center’s new service helps your used car purchase
decision by thoroughly checking out a used car before you buy it. Know what you’re getting, don’t get stuck
with a lemon. $35 fee, call 253-982-7226 to make an appointment Wednesday through Saturday.
19. PWOC- Protestant Women of the ChapelPWOC Facebook Page for all the latest information. They also
have a night bible study that will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at the North Fort Chapel.
FREE onsite childcare available to children registered with CYSS. CHRISTIAN MILITARY WIVES
WEBSITE- http://wivesinbloom.com/
20. JOIN THE LEWIS COMMUNITY SPOUSES CLUB- Want to meet new people, or get involved more? Join
the Lewis Community Spouse’s Club. This organization is open to ALL ranks and holds monthly luncheons
and events. Visit their website for the events calendar, and more information. You can join the club right
online!http://jblmlcsc.org/

5. 21. LEISURE TRAVEL SERVICES discount deals. www.JBLMMWR.com, click on ―Recreation‖, then ―Price
List‖, then ―Travel Page‖ for exclusive deals and packages. 253-967-3085/2050 for help and information.
LTS is located inside the AFC Arena, building 2275, Liggett Avenue. Open Saturdays.
22. WEAR BLUE: RUN TO REMEMBER RUNNING CLUB- Each Saturday, "Wear Blue: Run to Remember"
meets at Powderworks Park in DuPont, WA, at 9 a.m., to serve as a living memorial to fallen Service
Members. Names of Fallen Warriors from JBLM are read out loud before each run. You can run/walk a 5K
or 10K course each Saturday, and support Spouses of Fallen Warriors. For more information please visit
their website at http://www.wearblueruntoremember.org/
23. RENT MCCHORD THEATER FOR PARTIES Looking for a fun and unique place to hold a birthday party
or a unit function? Rent the McChord Field Movie Theater! Entertain your guests with a DVD from the
theater list, decorate the lobby and bring in your own food and cake. For an additional fee, guests can pick
up popcorn and soda from the concession stand. For more information or to schedule a party, call the
McChord Community Center at 253-982-0718/0719.
24. JANUARY FOCUS Magazine online FOCUS MAGAZINE: www.jblmmwr.com/focus.html
25. PASSPORT TO WELLNESS This Health Promotion & Wellness Event (now through March 30) ties the
Five Pillars of Wellness (physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and family) together. The Wellness Services
from the Air Force and Army have joined together with MWR to provide all ID card holders with an
opportunity to increase their awareness of our programs, classes, agencies and activities at JBLM. To
begin your journey stop by the Health Promotion and Wellness Centers to register and pick up your
"Passport to Wellness". The passports are available at the following locations:
McChord Field HAWC - BLDG 726 (Fitness Center Annex)
Health Promotion & Wellness Service - Currently Located At North JBLM at
Wilson Gym. Starting December we will move back to Jensen Gym, JBLM Main
- BLDG 2022.
For further information you can call 253-966-3757 or 982-0531.
Each agency will stamp your passport after you participate in their activity. After you
receive the stamps you will be eligible to pick up various prizes. For example:
10 Visits & Participation /Stamps = Bronze Level prizes
20 Visits & Participation /Stamps = Silver Level prizes
40 Visits & Participation /Stamps = Gold Level prizes
When you complete your passport with 40 stamps, Turn it in to a Wellness Center and your passport will be
put into our raffle for our Grand Prizes! The Grand Prizes that have been donated by MWR include:
one night at Whistler, B.C.
one night at Vancouver, B.C.
passes to the "Hands on Children's Museum" in Olympia
free triathlon registrations
weekend cabin on American Lake
event entries
and more!
Prizes can be redeemed at the above listed Wellness Centers. http://www.mamc.amedd.army.mil/Wellpp/
26. CALENDAR The following holidays and days of no scheduled activities are planned: • Feb 17 DONSA •
Feb 20 President’s Day Holiday •
27. Information on the REDUX RETIRED PAY PLAN is available in the Career Status Bonus/REDUX Soldier
Information section at: http://www.armyg1.army.mil/rso/PreRetirement.asp

6. 28. RETIREMENT RESOURCES FOR SOLDIERS Soldiers and Families making financial decisions for
approaching retirement have help available to them in-person and online. At every major Army installation,
a full-time retirement services officer (RSO) supports both retiring and retired Soldiers and Families of the
active and reserve components. The Army G-1's Retirement Services homepage offers 24/7 online
support, at: http://www.armyg1.army.mil/rso/
29. SAVE THE DATE:NORTHWEST WOMEN‟S SHOW, March 2-4 at the CenturyLink Event Center, Seattle.
400 Exhibits • 4 Entertainment Stages • Fascinating Seminars. Shopping • Fun & Trendy Fashion Shows •
Firemen's Fashion Shows. Favorite Authors • New Food Products • Beauty & Spa Services. Plus Theme
Days - Fitness Friday, Stylin' Saturday & Spirit Sunday. www.facebook.com/NWWomen’sShow
30. ST. PATTY‟S DAY 5K & 10K RUN. The JBLM Directorate of Family Morale, Welfare & Recreation is
celebrating St. Patrick's Day by having a blarney of a 5K 10K fun run. Everyone is welcome to participate,
even the wee lads and lasses. Don't forget to bring along your lucky charms and remember to wear green
or other Irish spirited outfits.EVENT DATE: Saturday, March 17,7:30-8:45 am- Packet Pick up, 8:45-9 am-
Race Briefing, 9 am- Race Starts. Register by noon, Tuesday, March 6, to guarantee a shirt and JBLM
access pass. Registration deadline is at noon, Thursday, March 15, 2012 - without guarantee for shirt and
access pass. Entry Fees: $15 AD Military/Family Member /Retirees/Reservist/DOD Civilians $20 Civilians
- No Military affiliation. Day of race registrations will have an additional $5.00 late fee. Place: MWR Event
Tent behind Bowl Arena Lanes, Bldg 2272, Liggett Ave. JBLM Main.
31. HOUSING OFFICE HOURS Due to manpower reductions, effective immediately, the Housing Services
Office customer service hours of operation are as follows: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8
a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. In addition, hours of operation the last
Thursday of every month are 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. These hours apply to both HSO customer service
locations: 5128 Pendleton Ave, Lewis Main and 553 Barnes Blvd., McChord Field. Customers are advised
that service wait times could exceed 20 minutes between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
GET OUT OF THE BARRACKS/HOUSE
32. WARRIOR ZONE GRAND OPENINGFriday, Jan 27,at the corner of D St & 17th St.Come to the Warrior
Zone Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting! Ribbon Cutting takes place at 2 p.m. and the Party starts at 3
p.m. Giveaways, DJ, BOSS Patio Bash, Free food sampling of menu items, Pool & Gaming (MW3 &
League of Legends) Tournaments, Door Prizes & more! Located next to Wilson Sports& Fitness Center.

7. The Warrior Zone has everything a service member could want in a recreational facility — gaming,
Internet, movies, billiards, snack bar, patio and more. For ages 18 and older, the Warrior Zone houses
game stations with 55-inch hi-definition monitors for console gaming, Xbox and PS3 stations that are
Internet-ready and LAN-connected for casual play tourneys and challenges, Alienware gaming computers
(with the latest games), computers to surf the Internet, WiFi and more. Relax with a game of pool — there
are eight tables — or in front of one of many flat-screen TVs throughout the facility. A patio with fire pit and
barbecues provides an outdoor setting for your get-togethers. A snack bar offers a variety of food and
beverages, including beer. Locally roasted Battle Bean Coffee is proudly served at the Warrior Zone. The
Warrior Zone is home to the Better Opportunities for Single Service Members (B.O.S.S.) program. To learn
more about how you can get involved with BOSS and give back to the community, call 253-967-5636.
33. SEMI-PRO HOOPS TRYOUT The Lakewood Panthers of the Women’s Blue Chip Basketball League will
hold an open tryout Jan. 28 at Old Grey Middle School in Tacoma at 6 to 8 p.m. The WBCBL is a
competitive league for women 20 years old and older. For more information contact David Williams at 486-
8583.
34. TEXAS HOLD „EM McChord Community Center (bldg 700 near main gate), Sat., Jan. 28. Check-in 1 p.m.,
play starts 1:30. Entry includes a light buffet, and prizes include a gift card for first-, second-, and third-
place winners. A pay-as-you-go bar is available. For more info call 253-982-0718/0719.
35. SKI-N-SNOWBOARD AT CRYSTALSunday, Jan 29, Head for the snow and spend the day at Crystal
Mountain Sunday, Jan. 29! ($40; transportation only: $20) Preregistration is required for all trips; prices and
schedule subject to change without notice.Register through WebTrac at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/w
ebtrac/jblmrectrac.html or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North. Trip pick up locations are the
NAC and/or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited. Group rates/private trips available. For more
information, call 253-967-6263.
36. UFC 143 DIAZ VS. CONDIT, Sun. Feb 4, Heroes Lounge inside Cascade Community Center. Doors open
at 6 pm.
37. ATV RIDER COURSESaturday, Feb 4, If you’ve never been on an all-terrain vehicle or want to work on
your riding skills, this Saturday, Feb. 4 clinic is for you. ATV Safety Institute- certified instructors will guide
you through the fun and excitement of safely riding an ATV. Ride rain or shine, so dress for the weather.
Fee includes ATV, helmet and goggles. ASI ATV Rider Course Certification will be awarded upon
completion. Minimum age: 16 yrs. ($25) Preregistration is required through WebTrac at https://webtrac
.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/jblmrectrac.html or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North. Trip pick up
locations are the NAC and/or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited. Group rates/private trips available.
For more information, call 253-967-6263.
38. MURDER MYSTERY CASTING CALL Looking for 20-30 people, 18 and older, to put on a ―Who-dunnit‖
mystery. Auditions Feb. 7, Rehearsal Feb. 7-11, Show Feb. 12. For details call the Nelson Rec Center,
253-967-2539.
39. INDOOR SKYDIVINGSaturday, Feb 4, Soar inside a vertical wind tunnel Saturday, Feb. 4. Whether you’re
a beginner, intermediate or advanced flyer, you’ll always be able to improve your skills and abilities while
learning from professional instructors. Enjoy two weightless minutes of flight time with instructor. Call for
weight restrictions and exclusions. Minimum age: 3 yrs. ($80) Preregistration is required for all trips; prices
and schedule subject to change without notice.Register through WebTrac at https://webtrac
.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/jblmrectrac.html or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North. Trip pick up
locations are the NAC and/or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited. Group rates/private trips available.
For more information, call 253-967-6263.

8. 40. BIG GAME PARTY at Warrior Zone, Nelson Rec Center & Heroes LoungeSunday, Feb 5, at the
Warrior Zone, Nelson Rec Center & Heroes Lounge (map) http://www.nfl.com/superbowl/46 Come watch
the big game on BIG SCREENS! Free munchies. Warrior Zone, Nelson Rec Center & Heroes Lounge.
Madden Tournament at the Zone - Sign up at 12 p.m. Game starts at 1 p.m. For more information call 253-
967-2539, or Heroes Lounge at 253-964-0331
41. SKI-N-SNOWBOARD AT MISSION RIDGESaturday, Feb 4, Travel across the mountains to ski at the
beautiful Mission Ridge Ski Resort Saturday, Feb. 4. ($45; transportation only: $25) Preregistration is
required for all trips; prices and schedule subject to change without notice.Register through WebTrac at
https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/jblmrectrac.html or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis
North. Trip pick up locations are the NAC and/or McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited. Group
rates/private trips available. For more information, call 253-967-6263.
42. MURDER 101 COMEDY MYSTERY DINNER THEATERFeb 6 – 11,Nelson Recreation Center (map)
Murder 101 is an Interactive Comedy Murder Mystery set at a class reunion of a closing high school. As the
various alumni gather to say good-bye to their beloved alma mater, old rivalries and new alliances add up
to an evening of murder and mayhem. For more information visit: http://www.armymwr.com/recleis
ure/entertainment/comedy_mystery_dinner_theater.aspx or call 253-967-2539.
43. ADULT SWIM LESSONS are available at Keeler Pool on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-6 PM. We
advertise them as free 30 minute sessions on a drop in basis so there is no need to sign up for a formal
class. Questions please call 253-967-6652.
44. MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY AT CRYSTALWednesday, Feb 8, Don’t miss the chance to ski or ride
Crystal for half price Wednesday, Feb. 8! Transportation and gear are provided. Lift tickets are not included
but can be purchased at the mountain. ($40; transportation only is $20) Preregistration is required through
WebTrac at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/jblmrectrac.html or at the Northwest Adventure Center at
Lewis North. For more information, call 253-967-6263.
45. THUNDER ALLEY makes Friday night fun Sounders Lanes on McChord Field features Thunder Alley
with black lights and music from 8–midnight every Friday. Just $9.95 a bowler gets you up to three hours of
bowling. To reserve your lane, call 253-982-5954.
46. BOWL on Mondays at Bowl Arena Lanes (Lewis Main) and Wednesdays at Sounders Lanes (McChord
Field) for $1.50. 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Each game is $1.50, shoe rental is $1.50, and select menu items are
$1.50 each, such as fries, pizza, soda and drafts. Pitchers cost only $6.50. Additionally, at Bowl Arena
Lanes, seniors and retirees pay only 75¢ a game on Mondays.

9. 47. COACH A YOUTH TEAM TO VICTORY The Youth Sports Office is always looking for volunteers
interested in coaching a variety of youth sports teams. Share your love of the game, experience, and skills
with JBLM youth-athletes.Promotion points can be earned. For more information, call the Youth Sports
Office, 967-2405.
48. DESIGNATED DRIVER (DD) PROGRAM: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!! This is an easy way to get hours
for volunteering. It starts from 2100 – 0300 every Friday and Saturday. If this program isn’t used, then it
will disappear. If you want to volunteer, sign up at your BOSS board or at the Nelson Recreation Center.
Plus, you get free bowling all night. To contact the DD van, call 253-208-9169. It will soon be able to
accommodate off post as well.
49. WHAT IS B.O.S.S.? Almost all of you know that BOSS (Better Opportunity for Single Soldiers) is a
program that is set up for Single Soldiers to have activities that you can enjoy and volunteer for to get out
into your community. SOLDIERS AND SOLDIER’S IDEAS ARE THE PROGRAM! You can improve the
program by just bringing your thoughts to the table. BOSS wants to know what you think would be fun and
exciting. You can now follow the events that BOSS is holding by texting ―FOLLOW JBLMBOSS‖ to 40404.
You will receive messages about what events are going on. You could also have the chance to receive
free tickets or other cool stuff. Battalion BOSS rep is Jessica Culver: JessicaCulver44@yahoo.com
50. Every month the FISHER HOUSE has a wish list that includes the Top 3 and other currently needed items
for the house. If you are interested in donating any of these items please contact the Fisher House to set
up a drop off time. Thank you for your support!January 2012
 Current “Top 3″ Needs:
o Laundry Detergent (HE only)
o Swiffer brand WET cloth refills
o Individual Drinks (water, juice, soda, etc.)
 Items we are Always in Need of:
Toilet Paper Paper Towels
Napkins Bottled water
Snacks (individual packages) Juice boxes
Shower curtain liners Febreze
All purpose cleaner Swiffer mop pads (dry and wet)
Laundry detergent (HE only) Laundry softener (HE only)
Dryer sheets Dishwasher detergent
Garbage bags (all sizes) Ziplock bags (all sizes)
Fresh fruit Fresh vegetables
Visit our Target Online wishlist: http://www.target.com/ot/list/3MppmsAuhLygST6COXUhSg
51. THE FISHER HOUSE is supported by wonderful people who volunteer their time and talents! If you are
interested in volunteering for the Fisher House please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 253-964-9283
ext 10 or flfhvolcoord@aol.com. Current volunteer opportunities can be found and applied for through the
VMIS website. Click here for current open positions.
52. Are you looking for a playground on JBLM Main? Look no further....Thanks to your ICE recommendations
for improvement the JBLM MAIN LODGE PLAYGROUND (RAINIER INN) is now available for children of
parents that aren’t guests at the Lodge. A key to access the playground can be checked out at the front
desk and conveniently returned to the key box located at the playground entrance. The playground offers a
covered, fun, enclosed, centralized area on Main post for children 5-12 years of age to play. Adult
Supervision is required.

10. 53. OUTDOOR RECREATION Rent all the snow gear you need for winter fun on your own, or sign up for
some of our January and February trips to the mountains
54. RUN LIKE A GRRRL is an all levels, women's-only running group in Olympia, Washington. We are grrrl
runners that come together to share stories, dreams, and love of the open road and trail. All women (all
ages, all skill levels) are welcome. Weekly Grrrls Social Run Wednesday nights, 5:30PM. We meet at the
Olympia Farmer's Market stage. Three and five mile options. Stroller and dog (on a leash) friendly. No boys
allowed!
55. CARE FAIR If you like to be pampered, plan to spend the day at the free 2012 Operation Care Fair, Sat.,
Feb. 18 at McChord Club/Community Center, bldg. 700. More information to come on the JBLMmwr.com
website.

11. 56. Preregistration is required for all trips; prices and schedule subject to change without notice. Register
through WebTrac (visit JBLMmwr.com) or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North. Trip pick-up
locations are the NAC and McChordField’s Adventures Unlimited. Group rates/private trips available. We’ll
visit FRG meetings or unit functions.
KIDS
57. The Military Child Education Coalition has created a NASA SPACE CAMP SCHOLARSHIP program in
memory of one of America's bright young military children, Bernard Curtis Brown II. Bernard was the 11
year-old son of Chief Petty Officer and Mrs. Bernard Curtis Brown, who died tragically Sept. 11, 2001,
when the hijacked airliner on which he was a passenger crashed into the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. At
the time, Bernard was on his way to California to represent his school at a National Geographic event.
Space Camp is a five-day program that shows youngsters to experience first-hand what it takes to be an
astronaut. Activities include simulated Space Shuttle missions, training simulators, rocket building and
launches, and scientific experiments. There are three Space Camp locations: Huntsville, Ala.; Mountain
View, Calif.; and Titusville, Fla. Tuition ranges from $550 to $875 and includes meals, lodging and program
materials, but not transportation.

12. The scholarship covers full tuition including round trip transportation from the student's home base to
Space Camp, meals, lodging and program materials. Student applicants must be:
· The child of a military member on active duty or mobilized Guard or Reserve.
· The child of a military member who died while on active duty or mobilized Guard or Reserve.
· Enrolled in grades six through nine.
Applications are available online at www.militarychild.org/child-student/space-camp-scholarship/ and are
due March 10. For more information about Space Camp, go to www.spacecamp.com.
58. MILITARY TEENS FREE TRIPS Washington State University, Chelan County Extension and the staff at
both Mission and Stevens are offering multiple opportunities this winter for you to spend a day ―on us‖ at
one of these world class resorts. Transportation to and from the resort is provided at ―No Charge‖ ($25
registration fee) along with your choice of equipment, (skis or snowboard) including a free lesson to learn
how to use the equipment or to improve your skills, a full day lift ticket pass and if this wasn’t enough we
are even including a free ―hot lunch‖ as well. You can contact Kevin C. Powers, for further information and
to register at kcpowers@wsu.edu, WSU Chelan County Extension, 400 Washington Street, Wenatchee,
WA 98801, 509-667-6540 or find us on the web at: http://county.wsu.edu/chelan-
douglas/youth/youth/mtac/Pages/index.aspx Sign-ups are under way now for January camps with more
dates to follow in February and March.
Click on Trip Name below for further details
ACTIVITY/CAMP NAME DATE(s)
Skiing/Snowboarding: Mission Ridge 28 January 2012
Skiing/Snowboarding: Stevens Pass 29 January 2012
Overnight Skiing/Snowboarding Adventure 11-12 February 2012
Skiing/Snowboarding: Stevens Pass 26 February 2012
Overnight Skiing/Snowboarding Adventure 3-4 March 2012
Skiing/Snowboarding: Stevens Pass 24 March 2012
Deschutes River Rafting Trip 9-14, April, 2012
59. RED CROSS BABYSITTING CERTIFICATION CLASS for Military Youth ages 11 & up. Jan. 28 or
March 17, Camp Murray, Bldg # 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $15 fee. Workshop will prepare youth for situations that
may arise while caring for younger children. Class will cover responsibilities and skills required of a safe
babysitter, supervision and play with children of various ages, basic child care, basic first aid, safety
precautions, accident prevention, and critical emergency action skills. Red Cross certification available
upon completion of course. MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN SACK LUNCH. To register and for more
information: Robbin Seeberger, 253-512-7985 or Robbin.Seeberger@us.army.mil.
60. EKNOWLEDGE DONATES $200 SAT AND ACT TEST PREP PROGRAMS TO MILITARY FAMILIES.
Available to all service members, including members of the Reserves, Active Duty, and their families this
offer is made possible because of donations from NFL/MLB players. This program has been extended to
military Families and veterans for a sixth consecutive year through the eKnowledge Sponsorship Alliance,
NFL and MLB players, and over fifty other organizations. Military personnel can obtain SAT and ACT
PowerPreptm programs at cost ($13.84 to $72.00). The retail value of these programs is $199.99 to
$599.00. The SAT and ACT PowerPrep programs are available as a DVD-ROM set and/or books. To order
a copy of the program visit www.eknowledge.com/militaryhomefront

13. 61. FREE PARENT CLASSES AT RAINDROPS & RAINBOWSBring your children to learn and play — you’ll
both love story time, crafts and more. Stop by Bldg. 8197 American Lake Avenue on Lewis North and
check out the classes below (call 253-966-4802 for details; no CYSS registration required except for
infant massage):
62. The CHILDREN‟S MUSEUM OF TACOMA has Free admission between 10 am-7 pm, the first Friday
(Feb.3) of each month.
63. A CHOCOLATE VALENTINE'S SURPRISEFebruary 4th, 9-11am Bayview School of Cooking
La Petit Chef Academy, for children ages 5-8, helps kids make special Valentine's treats! Cost is
$25.
64. A CHOCOLATE SURPRISE FOR VALENTINE'S DAYFebruary 4th, 1-3:30pm Bayview School
of Cooking. Mix & Measure, for children ages 9-13, teaches theses youngsters how to make 3
different Valentine's treats! Cost is $35.
65. www.MILITARYKIDSCONNECT.comHelping children deal with issues unique to military Families.
66. BABYSITTER LOCATOR WEBSITE- Through a partnership with DOD, Sittercity.com offers a free
membership ($140 value) for military personnel. This site gives you access to babysitters, nannies,
housekeepers, pet care, tutors, senior care. You can access background checks, references, provider
profiles, and reviews from other military parents on this site. To take advantage of this wonderful offer visit
www.sittercity.com/dod
67. EDGE - TEEN FITNESS PROGRAM Teens are invited to get in shape with the Youth Fitness Program at
Wilson Sports & Fitness Center. You’ll work out under the supervision of a CYS Services trainer, ensuring
your workout will be safe and smart. Monday-Friday, 3-7 PM and Sat. 10 AM-2 PM. Register TODAY to
meet your trainer. The following is needed to participate:
• Register with CYS Services
• Onsite fitness assessment with parent/guardian present
• Proper workout attire
• Ages 13–15
CYS Services registration is FREE! Simply bring DoD ID, sports physical, shot record and info for three
local emergency contacts to a Parent Central Services location (Bldg. 2295 at Lewis Main or Bldg. 100 at
McChord Field). For details, call 253-966-CYSS.
68. CROSS COUNTRY sign up Jan 24- Feb 15, $15, ages 8-15 years.
69. ESCAPE ZONE hours The Escape Zone at McChord Field is extending its hours to Monday through
Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. The Escape Zone offers a place to parents and their children 5 and younger to learn
and play together. The Escape Zone is in Building 841 on Fairway Road. For information, call 982-
8590/2695.
70. The JBLM FOSTER PARENT RECRUITMENT PROJECT is a group that has formed on JBLM to address
the needs of military foster children. The group is helping advertise the need for military-connected foster
homes, both on the installation and in the surrounding communities. Interested families can get licensed if
they plan to remain in the JBLM area for as little as one year. By choosing to become a foster parent, they
can help these children to live in the familiar military environment, continue to attend their home school and
continue their medical care at from Madigan Healthcare System. For more information on this initiative, or
to receive information on how to become a licensed foster parent, please contact Sandi Vest at the CAFAC
at Sandra.vest@us.army.mil.

14. EFMP
71. WINTER SNOWBALL DANCE SOCIAL Sat., Feb. 25, 7-9 PM. Enjoy your favorite dance tunes, contests,
and light snacks with friends and Family. Four Chaplains Memorial Chapel, Bldg. 9120, Jackson Ave &
Transmission Line Rd. All EFMP registered Families invited, one guest per Family member is permitted, All
children must be accompanied by an adult. Nancy Dozier, 253-967-9705 for more information.
Facebook.com/EFMPjblm.
72. EFMP RESOURCE FAIRFeb.7, 9am-3pm at the Madigan Medical Mall, Ground Floor.967-9705
73. EARLY LEARNING WORKSHOP: Feb.7. EFMP with Treehouse will offer a free early learning educational
workshop from 1000 to 1200 in the ACS classroom. This workshop will cover the importance of
experiences and relationships, the developmental windows of opportunity, Early Learning/Early
Intervention, Kindergarten readiness, and resources. Please RSVP to cheryl.hoyson1@us.army.mil or call
253-967-5795.
74. EFMP COFFEE GROUP The EFMP Coffee Group will meet Feb. 14, 10am, at the Lewis Main Battle
Bean inside the AFC Skate Arena (bldg 2275, Liggett Ave.) : Meet other adult EFMs or caregivers of EFMs
for coffee, friends, and discussionthe second Tuesday of every month, 10 AM, at the Lewis Main Battle
Bean. Call 253-967-3553 for more information; no RSVP required.
75. SENSORY-FRIENDLY MOVIE, Feb. 18: Join EFMP for a sensory-friendly movie at the McChord Theater,
Bldg. 700. inside Club, Barnes Blvd. Open to everyone. Sensory friendly movies are not as loud, nor as
dark. FREE. Sensory friendly movies are shown every 3rd Saturday of the month.For more
information, call 253-982-2695.
76. EFMP PLAYGROUP Feb. 22 @ Escape Zone. March 21@ Raindrops and Rainbows. 10-11 am.
77. If you would like to join our EFMP e-mail distribution list, please e-
mailjblmimcomdfmrwefmp@conus.army.mil.
78. SPECIAL FAMILIES OF PIERCE COUNTY, Meet first Monday of the month (Feb.6). POC: Angela Fish
SpecialFamiliesPC@gmail.com or 253-830-4368. Facebook http://www.Facebook.com/SpecialFamiliesPC
.
79. Please contact JBLM EFMP at jblmimcomdfmrwefmp@conus.army.mil if any of the EFMP contacts above
do not respond within 2 business days

15. TRAINING ANDCLASSES
80. TUESDAY TOPICS, RELATIONSHIP WORKSHOP SERIES Presented by the Child and Family
Assistance Center (CAFAC) Every Tuesday from 2:00pm to 3:30pm – CAFAC Conference Room, bldg
9923B, room 108, Madigan Annex, Ramp 3, across the hall from 9923A. Watch for signs! No need to
register, just show up. Casual atmosphere. WORKSHOP TOPICS:
Building your family genogram to map your relationship patterns. January 31, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm.
Soldiers E5 and below can receive childcare voucher to attend with their Spouse. Register hourly
childcare by calling 253-966-CYSS and receive voucher after class.
81. HEALTHY EATING CLASS: Arrange a ―Healthy Eating‖ class for your unit. Attendees will learn how to use
nutritious foods to maintain good health and well-being. Call Madigan Army Public Health Nursing to book
a class for your unit or FRG! 253-968-4387.
82. INCOME TAX PREP BASICS Jan. 31, 9:30-11:30 am. Waller Hall classroom. Covers the ins and outs of
filing your income taxe, whether to itemize or file the EZ form, learn the new 2011 rules, correct filing
status, and choices for free tax e-file. . Learn how to file accurately, quickly, and for free. Register at 253-
967-1453 to ensure a seat.
83. FRG TREASURER TRAINING Feb. 1, call 253-967-9496. Childcare may be available by calling 966-2977.
84. FOOD HANDLER COURSE
First Tuesday/Month 1900-2000
Third Tuesday/Month 1600-1700
POC: Carol Elliot 253-968-4331. 1 Hour Classes given by Environmental Health. This Installation
certificate is valid for one year. Each volunteer must have a certificate for all FRG fund raising involving
food sales, even if you are not directly handling the food. Held at Old Madigan, Ramp 2, RM 9911C.
Directions to Food Handler Course classroom:
o From Exit 122 (Madigan Gate) take a left onto Wilson (the street across from Madigan Nursing
tower that has the stop light)
o Left onto Madigan Bypass
o Right onto McKinley
o Right onto E. Johnson Street
o On your left you will see a parking lot. Park there.
o Look for the building with 'RAMP 2' next to the door
o Go through the door and down the hallway to Classroom 9911C (follow signs).
85. FAMILY WELCOME BRIEF/What to do the first week of arrival- Every Tuesday 1100 – 1130
Join us in Bldg. 2026D Waller Hall conference room, from 11 to 11:30 a.m. and learn more about Fort
Lewis. Attendance is highly recommended for newly arrived spouses. For more information call 253-967-
3628.
86. CROSSROADS OF PARENTING AND DIVORCE: This course has been approved by the Superior Court
of Washington State for Pierce County and is open to all Department of Defense Service Members and
their Spouses, free of charge. You will learn five prevention steps :
a. Keep your child out of the middle
b. All you child to love both parents
c. Work on your own recovery
d. Develop new communication skills.
e. Create a new relationship as co-parents.
To sign up for the next Seminar, Call 253-968-6819.

16. 87. COMMON SENSE PARENTING OF TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS focuses on setting reasonable
expectations based on your child’s age, development, and abilities. This evidence based program will help
you teach (discipline) your children what you want them to do. There are 7 sessions to this class and each
session builds on the previous one. This class is great when you have older infants, toddlers and
preschoolers. The class is Tuesday mornings from 1000 to 1200 at the Escape Zone.
88. INFANT MASSAGE is now taught at two locations on JBLM for your convenience! Learn the art of infant
massage in this 3 session class from instructors trained to teach the Loving Touch curriculum. Take this
fun class while pregnant or with your infant, solo or as a couple, to learn techniques to soothe a colicky
baby, improve sleep, appetite and digestion, bonding and attachment, and increase brain development.
Classes are taught monthly at monthly at Raindrops and Rainbows on North Fort, the first three
Tuesdays of February, April, June and August from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Contact Nancy McDermott-
Halverson at 253-318-2293 to pre-register. Infant massage classes are also being offered monthly at
McChord at the Escape Zone from 10:30 a.m. to noon the first three Wednesdays of each month. Call
Rosie Anderson at 360-280-1416 to pre-register
89. ASIST classes,Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day workshop that trains
you to become an effective caregiver for a person at risk of suicide. It helps you perform suicide first aid
and to assist the person at risk to stay safe and to seek further help. ASIST is an interactive workshop that
equips you to recognize invitations for help, how to offer support, review the risks of suicide, apply a suicide
intervention model and link the person at risk to community resources, Jan 26 & 27, 8:30 AM- 4:00 PM, at
the North Fort Chapel. Call Art Wienandt at 477-0258/0259 or e-mail arthur.j.wienandt@us.army.mil.
90. ACS FINANCIAL COUNSELORS are now available at Waller Hall the first Saturday of every month
(Feb.4). Call for appointment 253-967-7166
91. THE EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) is now available at JBLM-McChord Field. The EAP at
McChord Field new location is 555 Barnes Blvd (CE Building). The EAP is a free, confidential information,
referral and consultation service for adult living issues available to the following individuals: DOD Civilian
Employees, Retired military personnel, and Family members of active duty service members, Retirees and
DOD Civilians. Education and training is available to Supervisors and Civilian employees IAW AR 600-85
and DA Pam 600-85. For upcoming class schedules, access services or schedule an appointment, or for
more information call 253-982-5815 or Carl.newhouse1@us.army.mil.

17. AAFES
http://www.salutetoyourservice.com/
Tactical goggles sweepstakes
JB Lewis-McChord Movie Schedule
PH (253) 967-4329 *recording
PH (253) 967-5976
Reel Time JB Lewis-McChord Exchange
SUN Jan 29 – 1400 Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (PG13)
1900 The Sitter (R)
MON Jan 30- WED Feb 1- No Showing
THU Feb 2 – Babies Night Out 1900 Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (PG13)
FRI Feb 3 – 1900 Alvin & the Chipmunks Chipwrecked (G)
SAT Feb 4 – 1400 Alvin & the Chipmunks Chipwrecked (G)
1900 We Bought a Zoo (PG)
SUN Feb 5 – 1400 Alvin & the Chipmunks Chipwrecked (G)
1900 We Bought a Zoo (PG)
FREE MOVIES- The Theater at McChord Field has reopened for free weekend movies. 253-982-5836
28 JAN 4pm JOHNNY ENGLISH REBORN PG
28 JAN 7PM TOWER HEIST PG-13
29 JAN 4PM DESPICABLE ME PG
911 DRIVING SCHOOL Classes held at Lewis Main Exchange. www.911DrivingSchool.com 253-512-0911.
Course is exclusively instructed by Police Officers.
COMMISSARY
The Commissary...Helping You Eat Better!
92. Applications for the 2012 SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MILITARY CHILDREN PROGRAMare available at
commissaries worldwide as well as online at www.militaryscholar.org. To be eligible for a scholarship,
the student must be a dependent, unmarried child, no older than 21 – or 23, if enrolled as a full-time
student at a college or university – of a service member on active duty, reservist, guardsman, retiree, or
survivor of a military member who died while on active duty or survivor of a retiree. Eligibility is determined
using the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) database.
Applicants should ensure that they, as well as their sponsor, are enrolled in the DEERS database and have
a current military ID card. The applicant must also plan to attend or already attend an accredited college or
university, full time, in the fall of 2012 or be enrolled in a program of studies designed to transfer directly
into a four-year program.Applications are available at JBLM Main Commissary, Customer Service, behind
Register 2. Hurry, closes February 24.
93. You can now purchase Commissary gift cards, $25 or $50 denominations, in the Commissary or online at
Commissaries.com website Online orders incur a handling fee that is not assessed to in-store orders. Call
the toll-free phone number for questions, 1-877-988-4438, which also allows the user to check the card
balance.
94. If you are looking for a part time job as a store associate and would like to work at the Lewis main
commissary go to the following website to apply: usajobs.opm.gov, click on the search jobs tab and type in
the announcement # 220275, click on store associate then click on "how to apply" and apply.
95. http://www.commissaries.com/press_room/press_release/breaking_news_07/index.cfm Food alerts and
product recalls.

18. MADIGAN NEWS
96. SUICIDE PREVENTION: Do you know the warning signs, and where to turn for help? TriWest can lend a
hand: http://bit.ly/TriWestBH . - Soldiers and Family members must understand that suicide is a permanent
solution for a temporary problem. Please understand that help is available for Soldiers as well for
Family members to aid in those situations. The 17th Fires Brigade Leadership and agencies on post are
available to help all cases of suicidal ideations. One case is too many and 17th Fires Brigade is committed
to help our Soldiers and Family and stands
shoulder to shoulder with them to help during
hard times as necessary. While
situations arise that are a burden, remember
you do not need to endure those problems
alone. There are many resources available.
Please pass the contact information below
to every one for resources available for
confidential counseling and help as
necessary which are available 24 hours a day.
Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK ,
Press ―1‖ for Veterans,
SuicidePreventionLifeline.org
5-5 ADA BN CHAPLAIN: CH (CPT) Williams: (253) 306-4963
17th Fires Brigade Chaplain- CH (MAJ) Simpson: (253) 548-4252
JBLM Duty Chaplain: (253) 306-2783
Behavioral Health Clinic: (253) 968-2700
MAMC Emergency Rm: (253)968-1390
Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-SUICIDE (273-8255)
Thurston/Mason County Crisis Line (24 Hrs): (800)627-2211
Pierce County Crisis Line (24 Hrs): (800)576-7764
Military One Source: 1-800-342-9647 http://www.militaryonesource.com
97. Are you looking for a MEDICAL JOB AT MADIGAN? Check out CivilianMedicalJobs.com!
Find Jobs - Submit Resume - Civilian Medical Jobs or www.careers-civilianmedicaljobs.icims.com
98. FLU HOTLINE: 253-968-4744
99. MADIGAN SOUTH SOUND MEDICAL HOME..Get your medical care closer to home; always see the
same team of providers, PLENTY OF PARKING. Madigan South Sound Medical Home is coming to
Lacey/Olympia in the Olympia Plaza. It will open January 2012, but you may change your enrollment to
South Sound Medical Home starting in December. The SAME Army Medicine & TriCare health care, closer
to home, and with better access. Same day appointments will ALWAYS be available

19. 100. THE CHILD & FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER - (formerly FAME Clinic) - offers free, easily
accessible behavioral health counseling services to spouses and children of active duty service members.
We help keep families strong by promoting emotional, behavioral, and relationship health through
individual, marital, and family counseling services. Help is a phone call away. We want to hear from
you! Call 253-968-4843.
New! Expanded Walk-In Hours: M-F 8:00a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hours of Operation: M-F 7:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
No referrals needed
Free service for dependents of Active Duty Service Members with TriCare Prime -Counseling available for
Individuals, Couples & Families Located at: Old Madigan Bldg. 9923A E. Johnson Ave. Tacoma, WA.
98431
101. THE TRICARE YOUNG ADULT (TYA) Prime option is available for purchase. TYA Prime will offer
young adult beneficiaries TRICARE Prime coverage for monthly premiums of $201. To purchase TYA
Prime, dependents must be under age 26, unmarried and not eligible for their own employer-sponsored
health care coverage. TYA Prime Care is delivered through military clinics and hospitals and the TRICARE
network of civilian providers.. Complete information and application forms are available here TYA is
available only to unmarried young adult dependents.
FINANCIAL READINESS
Location: Waller Hall, Room 400, 2140 Liggett Avenue
Hours of Operation: 0700 – 1630, Monday - Friday
OPEN all DONSA days, closed Federal Holidays
Services Available: Confidential one-on-one counseling for Service Members and their spouses (budgeting,
debt management, credit counseling, investment education, general financial planning), Personal financial
management classes, Army Emergency Relief (AER). All services are free of charge.
Appointment Line: Call 253-967-7166 to make an appointment with a FinancialCounselor or to register for a
class
PROGRAM POC: Mary Cron, AFC, CHC, 253-967-9917 or Mary.T.Cron@us.army.mil
FINANCIAL READINESS CLASSES: JANUARY and FEBRUARY
To register for classes at Lewis Main, please call (253) 967-7166
(Classes are held at Army Community Service located in Waller Hall unless otherwise noted)
Date(s) Class Description Times
This day-long series of classes focuses on the basics of financial
Required Classes
issues that are dealt with in everyday life. They cover the topics of
for First Term
Principles of Personal Finance, including Banking & Checking,
Soldiers 0830 -
Planning & Budgeting, Saving & Investing, Using Credit Wisely and
02/14 1630
Buying Insurance. If JBLM is your first duty station, these classes
02/28 (Cascade Training
are mandatory for you.
Annex, Bldg 2400,
Please Note: This class will be held in Bldg 2400 (Cascade
Bitar Ave)
Training Annex)
1st Time PCS Move 1330 -
Learning the ins and outs of moving as a member of the military.
02/08 (Financial) 1430
Come and refresh your money management skills in this hands-on
Checking Account
learning session. Learn how to keep and maintain a checking 1330 -
02/21 Maintenance
account register and then balance your transactions with the bank 1600
(Remedial)
statement to make sure all entries are accounted for correctly.

20. 1130 -
Learn the ins and outs of filing your tax return with Uncle Sam.
Income Tax Return 1330
01/31 Everything from the forms you will use to filing requirements to
Basics 0930 -
exemptions and deductions are explained and discussed.
1130
Contributing to TSP but don’t know what it is or how to manage it?
Thrift Savings 1330 -
01/31 Come to this class and learn more about the importance of your
Plan Basics 1430
contributions or why you should sign up for it.
This class covers the steps necessary to understand and repair your 1300 -
02/07 Credit Repair
credit. 1530
Buy or rent: Find out which option is best for you. When buying fits
Home Buying 1300 -
02/13 into your plan, learn about the basics of buying a home.
Basics 1530
Please Note: This class will be held in Bldg 2166
Financial issues in the different stages of life are discussed. Learn
Financial Life 1300 -
02/29 how to plan for now and your future to better prepare for each stage
Cycle Planning 1500
in your financial life.
McChord Field Financial Readiness Classes in January 2012
To register for classes at McChord Field, please call (253) 982-2695
(Classes are held at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, 552 Barnes Blvd, unless otherwise noted)
Date(s) Class Description Times
This lesson provides simple tools for evaluating your present financial
0900 -
02/07 Budget situation, setting up a budget to control personal finances, and planning
1030
financial goals for the future.
1000 -
1130
Required briefing for single first term airmen moving off base; Discuss pay 1330 -
01/27
entitlement, legal and consumer obligation associated with tenancy and 1500
02/03 Ready to Rent
personal financial obligations. Also discussed are pertinent laws 1000 -
02/21
associated with renting a residence or apartment. 1130
1330 -
1500
This lesson explains how to choose the financial services and financial 0900 -
02/14 Banking
institutions that best meet your needs. 1030
Large Before making a large purchase, learn how this will affect your personal 1330 -
02/10
Purchases budget and see if you can really afford it. 1500
This class helps you understand where you are financially, where you
want to go, and what you should do with your money. We give you tips,
Money & 0900 -
02/21 guidelines, worksheets, and quizzes that are designed to help you
Credit 1030
understand and improve your financial situation. We teach you the 5 basic
steps toward successful money management.
This lesson focuses on the four keys to successful saving and investing:
Save and Invest to Reach Goals, Learn All You Can About Investing, Rule
Saving & 0900 -
02/28 #1: Start Saving Early, and Rule #2: Save Regularly. Participants will
Investing 1030
discuss the difference between short term savings and long term
investments and prepare a plan of action to begin reaching their goals.
Consumer
This course covers consumer rights and obligations, highlighting scams 0900 -
01/31 Rights and
perpetrated to defraud consumers. 1030
Scams
The class concentrates on the Thrift Savings Plan, but also introduces
Thrift Savings 1330 -
02/17 401k plans, 403b plans and Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs).
Plan (Military) 1500
Traditional and Roth accounts are compared and contrasted.
Life Cycle Financial issues in the different stages of life are discussed. Learn how to 1330 -
02/24 Finance plan for your future and what may be important to you as you age. 1500

21. 102. APPLYING FOR AIR FORCE NAF JOBS JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER Applying for Air Force
Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) federal careers and employment opportunities located on or near Air Force
installations just got a whole lot easier. Their new centralized web portal now helps job seekers find and
apply for open positions at Air Force clubs, golf courses, bowling alleys, outdoor recreation centers, child
care centers, and youth centers around the world.
To apply for a NAF job, applicants must first create a free NAFJobs profile that includes their work
background, any military experience, and education information. This system also allows job seekers to
upload their résumés and other supporting documentation that will help them successfully compete when
job vacancies are posted to the site.
Once the applicant identifies a posted position for which he or she feels qualified, applying for the position
is as easy as point and click. Unlike other systems, NAF Jobs web portal submits all electronic application
packages to hiring officials for consideration. So, if you submit your profile application and documentation
through the NAFJobs web portal, you will be considered for the open position.
To make sure your nearest Air Force installation and command is participating in this new electronic
process, contact your local Air Force NAF Human Resource Office. Point of contact information and
addresses are located in the MilitaryINSTALLATIONS web portal which is a very useful tool during times of
relocation.
103. STILL TIME TO ORDER YOUR 5-5 ADA BLANKET/THROW. $40 each. Blanket measures 48‖
X 68‖. Four color, heavy weight blanket. You can see sample at FRSA office. Order through your
Battery Command or see MAJ Recella.

22. WEEKLY FINANCIAL TIPS
GOALS – With the New Year already started, it’s time to take a look at your personal
financial goals. When setting your goals, you need to know what is important to
accomplish. Your financial planning begins with setting clear and concise goals. Think of
your financial future as one large money map. If you have no idea where you want to go,
how do you propose to get there? When creating goals, you should have both short-term
and long-term goals. Here are some tips to help you create your financial success:
1. Examining your personal ambitions and take ownership in the goals. Believing in your goals will give
you confidence to move forward.
2. Take the time to write your goals down. The extra effort of writing your goals reinforces them. It also
encourages you move forward and to stop procrastinating. Put these goals in places you will see them
every day, such as on the refrigerator or your bathroom mirror.
3. Clearly state your goals. Your list should identify specific actions or events that you will achieve.
Focusing on a specific target to avoid ambiguity.
4. Setting realistic goals gives you the opportunity to stretch your to reach your desires.
5. Achievability plays an important role in your success. Ensure your goals are within your skills and
abilities. By knowing your strengths and weaknesses, your chances of your long-term financial success
increases. If the goals are a stretch, consider taking a class to increase your skills or abilities.
6. Measure your progress along the way. Recognizing your progress helps prevent frustration while failure
to measure will result in wasted effort. Celebrate your progress along the way. Cross off your short-
term goals as you achieve them.
7. Plan your goals. Carefully evaluate the steps necessary to achieve your goals. When goal setting realize
your plan of action are the vital steps to realizing success. Your plan requires action to work.
8. Prioritize your steps within your action plan.
9. Remember that flexibility provides you the opportunity to change course if necessary. Knowing that
sometimes life forces changes to your plans, enabling you to take a detour without losing momentum or
confidence.
10. Set a timeline to reach your financial goals. Once you set the timeline, work backwards to see if it’s
feasible and adjust it as necessary.
11. Increase your financial knowledge. Take a class or two to help you reach your goals. The more you
understand about finances, the more focused you can be in reaching them.
12. Share your goals! The more you share you goals, the more people are willing to assist you reaching
them. Ask others for resources to help you achieve success or to encourage you along. Knowing you are
not alone makes all the difference.
WEEKLY FINANCIAL TIPS ARE COMPILED BY RYKI CARLSON, Ryki.Carlson@us.army.mil , email for answers to
your financial questions, or to make a financial planning appointment

23. CRIME PREVENTION, COUNTERINTELLIGENCE, AND SAFETY
FORCE PROTECTION Force protection conditions for Joint Base Lewis-McChord are now posted on the
JBLM public website at http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil . This will allow commanders to keep their Soldiers,
Airmen, DOD civilians and Family members aware of the current FPCON to raise security awareness. The
FPCON can be raised in the event of a specific threat to the installation or upon direction of higher
headquarters.
REPORT SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY: https://www.inscom.army.mil/isalute (Suspicious activity reporting
form, iSalute website)
HTTP://TWITTER.COM/JBLMMFPDIVISION
HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/PAGES/JBLM-PROTECTION-DIVISION/160688777317183
EMAIL: LewisPMFusionCell@conus.army.mil
If you wish to remain anonymous, call the Counterintelligence Hotline: 1-800-CALL-SPY
104. FORD SUV AND MINIVAN RECALL
http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/breaking/chi-ford-recalls-539000-minivans-
suvs-worldwide-20120111,0,7191223.story
SITUATIONAL AWARENESS
There are three scheduled protests in Seattle:
27 Jan 2012, Seattle. Occupy Seattle: Solidarity with Laborers. Friday at 2 pm from Westlake Park
with a march to rally at the Darigold Headquarters.
1 Feb 2012, Seattle. National Freedom Day Rally and March. Protest against the believed impending
war with Iran and march from Westlake Park point to the Federal Building
4 Feb 2012, Seattle. March with the Nation. Saturday at 1:30pm at Westlake Center to rally and march
to the Military Entrance Processing Station at 2901 3rd Ave.
105. ROAD CONDITIONS For the latest information about JBLM road conditions, closures, and
delays, call (253) 967-1733 (recorded message) or check the JBLM Current Conditions Web site at
http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/ and click on Joint Base Lewis McChord Updates. Air Force
personnel on McChord Field can also call (253) 982-TALK for updated information.
INTERESTING LINKS
Disclaimer for External Links: The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute endorsement by the
United States Department of Defense of the linked web sites, or the information, products or services contained therein.
For other than authorized activities such as military exchanges and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) sites, the
United States Department of Defense does not exercise any editorial control over the information you may find at these
locations.
5-5 AIR DEFENSE ARTILLERY FACEBOOK PAGE <- CLICK ME!!!!
JBLM Website: www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/
JBLM Warrior Zone, North Fort, www.facebook.com/JBLMWarriorZone
JBLM MWR FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/jblmmwr
JBLM Army Community Servicewww.Facebook.com/JBLMACS

24. MILITARY ONE SOURCEwww.MilitaryOneSource.com Every resource you need, free confidential counseling
service, PCS information, Spouse employment, Child care, Free Tax Preparation Software (H&R Block)
Http://www.whitehouse.gov/joiningforces/stay-connectedJoining Forces initiative Facebook and Tweeter links
www.AfterDeployment.org Great resources to help with stress. New Smart phone apps that help record your
stress levels, teach Combat Breathing techniques, suggestions, and resources.
NORTHWEST GUARDIAN newspaper: www.nwguardian.com
ARMY ONE SOURCEwww.MyArmyOneSource.com information for Spouses and Soldiers,FRG eLearning,
Mandatory First Term Soldier Financial eLearning Classes.
Customer Management Services Website: www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/cms/ Ideas, Comments,
Complaints?
ICE Comment/Suggestion: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=service_provider_list&site_id=957&dep=*DoD
EFMP website: www.jblmmwr.com/acs_efmp.html
17th Fires Brigade FACEBOOKwww.facebook.com/17thFiresBrigade
www.adpaas.army.milArmy Disaster Personnel Accountability and Assessment System. Soldiers must
check-in at this website if involved in a natural disaster, such as flooding, tornado, earthquake, etc.
Looking for a phone number?
Lewis Information (253) 967-1110
Madigan Information (253) 968-1110
McChord Information (253) 982-1110
SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE 1-800-273-TALK