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United States Army Garrison-Miami Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation 9301 NW 33 rd Street Doral, Florida 33172 Director - 305.437.2720 Sign up for THE MWR eNews. Send an e-mail to: southcom.miami.sc-cc. [email protected]1 2 3 5 8 10 11 http://miami.armymwr.com July/August 2016 SPOTLIGHT ON VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION CALENDAR OF EVENTS WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA FAMILY SUPPORT NEWS WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER NEWS ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER / SPOUSES’ CORNER / WHO’S WHO L IKE US ON FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/ miamifmwr The annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony, hosted by US Army Garrison- Miami (USAG-Miami) Army Community Service was held at the Conference Center of the Americas, US Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) on 22 April 2016. The theme for the Ceremony was “Lifting up Spirits, Touching Lives.” Two hundred and thirty volunteers were recognized and more than 150 were in attendance. MAJ GEN Michael T. Plehn, USSOUTHCOM Chief of Staff, was the guest speaker. Ms. Mary Ortiz, Volunteer Program Manager, was responsible for executing the ceremony to recognize and thank the many volunteers in the USAG-Miami Volunteer Program. The volunteers gave many hours supporting services at USAG-Miami, USSOUTHCOM, SOCSOUTH, and the local communities from Weston to Key West, Florida. Some of the programs the volunteers supported were the Child Development Center, fitness center, family support, and tax assistance program. The volunteers supported community events on weekends, including high school ROTC programs and local sporting events such as runs for various causes. Ms. Ortiz said, “I am always asked, where should I volunteer? My answer is the location is not important, but your interests and goals are. Let’s match them with opportunities. Volunteerism helps forge and strengthens the bonds between our military and civilian communities. There will never be a time that a helping hand is turned away and not appreciated.” The Volunteer Program is important to our organizations, both USAG-Miami and USSOUTHCOM, and we look forward to many more years of interaction and support with our volunteers and the Commands. Many thanks to our generous sponsors: Hampton Inn & Suites Miami Airport South, The McDonald Team and Sonesta Coconut Grove Miami. Rear, l to r - Maj Gen Plehn, Mary Ortiz, Sheryl Byrd. Front. l to r - CAPT Carol Kishmier, TSft Renata Overby, MAJ Delmayca Kramer, SFC Katreen Burns Sheryl Byrd, Mary Ortiz, Maj Gen Plehn, Lissette Mora Photos by Juan Chiari
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SPOTLIGHT ONVOLUNTEER RECOGNITION
United States Army Garrison-MiamiDirectorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation9301 NW 33rd StreetDoral, Florida 33172Director - 305.437.2720
The Bugle Boy http://miami.armymwr.com July/August 2016
SPOTLIGHT ON VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA
FAMILY SUPPORT NEWS
WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER NEWS
ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER /SPOUSES’ CORNER / WHO’S WHO
LIKE US ON FACEBOOKhttps://www.facebook.com/miamifmwr
The annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony, hosted by US Army Garrison-Miami (USAG-Miami) Army Community Service was held at the Conference Center of the Americas, US Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) on 22 April 2016.
The theme for the Ceremony was “Lifting up Spirits, Touching Lives.” Two hundred and thirty volunteers were recognized and more than 150 were in attendance. MAJ GEN Michael T. Plehn, USSOUTHCOM Chief of Staff, was the guest speaker.
Ms. Mary Ortiz, Volunteer Program Manager, was responsible for executing the ceremony to recognize and thank the many volunteers in the USAG-Miami Volunteer Program. The volunteers gave many hours supporting services at USAG-Miami, USSOUTHCOM, SOCSOUTH, and the local communities from Weston to Key West, Florida.
Some of the programs the volunteers supported were the Child Development
Center, fitness center, family support, and tax assistance program. The volunteers supported community events on weekends, including high school ROTC programs and local sporting events such as runs for various causes.
Ms. Ortiz said, “I am always asked, where should I volunteer? My answer is the location is not important, but your interests and goals are. Let’s match them with opportunities. Volunteerism helps forge and strengthens the bonds between our military and civilian communities. There will never be a time that a helping hand is turned away and not appreciated.”
The Volunteer Program is important to our organizations, both USAG-Miami and USSOUTHCOM, and we look forward to many more years of interaction and support with our volunteers and the Commands.
Many thanks to our generous sponsors: Hampton Inn & Suites Miami Airport South, The McDonald Team and Sonesta Coconut Grove Miami.
Rear, l to r - Maj Gen Plehn, Mary Ortiz, Sheryl Byrd. Front. l to r - CAPT Carol Kishmier, TSft Renata Overby, MAJ Delmayca Kramer, SFC Katreen Burns
Sheryl Byrd, Mary Ortiz, Maj Gen Plehn, Lissette Mora
Photos by Juan Chiari
Calendars http://miami.armymwr.com/us/
miami/monthly-calendars/
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Classes and EventsFor more information
or to register, go to the MWR website:
http://miami.armymwr.com
JULYACS Birthday
4 - Independence Day, Fitness Center and Child Development Center closed
8 - Create Your High School Resume, 9am-12pm, ACS Classroom
Miami Tour, 9am-4pm
20 - Interview Workshop for High School Students,
9am-12pm, ACS Classroom
Lactation Support, 11:45am-1:30pm, US Army Garrison-Miami (USAG-M) Conference Room
22-26 - Marital & Relationship Workshop for SOCSOUTH, All Day, Coconut Grove
23 - Oktoberfest (t) 11:30am-2:30pm, Fitness Center
25 - Gold Star Mothers and Family Day
BROWARD - www.sunny.org/events/
ArtsPark Movie Night, every Friday, 8-10pm. Artspark At Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020, 954.921.3500. Free, http://hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx. A free family friendly flick each week. Lawn seating. Bring a blanket or a beach chair. July 1: Apollo 13 - PG, July 8: Pee Wee’s Big Adventure - PG, July 15: Brave - PG, July 22: Charlotte’s Web - GJuly 29: Movie TBA. Future titles to be announced. 954.921.3500
Broadwalk Friday Fest, every Friday, 7:30-9pm, Charnow Park / Garfield Community Center, 300 Connecticut St., Hollywood, FL 33019, 954.921.3404, free, http://www.hollywoodfl .org/Calendar.aspx.
Funtastic Fridays for Kids, every Friday, 5-8pm, Artspark At Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020, 954.921.3500, h t t p : / / w w w .
visithollywoodfl.org/events.aspx.
Dream Car Classic Car Show, recurring monthly on the 1st Sunday, 10am-3pm, Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL, 954.825.1027, free, The Downtown Hollywood Dream Car Classic Car Show features dozens of classic cars, trucks and other vehicles of interest. Vehicle registration is $20. To pre-register for the Dream Car Classic, visit wwwCobraJoeProductions.com. Vehicles will be registered the morning of the show as space permits. Participation limited to 85 vehicles. Awards for the top 30 vehicles and the People’s Choice Award.
Ranger Led Walks/Tours , Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, weekly on Friday, Saturday, 10:30am. Free with park
admission: Park entry fees apply $2 per pedestrian, $4 single person in a vehicle, $6 two or more persons in a vehicle. 3109 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, 954.564.4521. https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/Hugh-Taylor-Birch.
MIAMI-DADE - www.miamiandbeaches.com/events
Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) Calendar: Made at PAMM - A free monthly program for museum visitors of all ages, “Made at PAMM” features art-making sessions in the galleries, inspired by works on view. Led by PAMM Teaching Artists, this program facilitates interactive and engaging museum experiences with an emphasis on an intergenerational learning experience. Share your creation on social media using the hashtag #MadeAtPAMM. Free and open to the public. Admission is free every first Thursday, 10am-9pm. Space is limited. First come, first served. http://www.pamm.org/calendar/2016/05/made-pamm.
PAMM Third Thursday evenings from 6-10 p.m. free, for live music presented by Poplife, happy hour drink, and food specials and art-making. Active U.S. Military free with ID. 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 33132, 305.375.3000. Free Second Saturdays, monthly program with art-making, family friendly tours, and music. 1-4pm. http://www.pamm.org/. Perez Art Museum Miami, 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 33132, 305.375.3000
The Barnacle Old Fashioned July 4th Picnic, 11am- 4pm. Celebrate Independence Day the good old-fashioned way. Bring your own picnic or purchase food from The Barnacle Society. Enjoy live music, games and crafts for the whole family. Admission is $5 for ages 13 and up, $3 for children ages 6 to 12, and children under 6 are free. The Barnacle Historic State Park, 3485 Main Highway. Coconut Grove, FL 33133. 305.442.6866. https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/The-Barnacle. FEE-FREE “P.L.A.Y.” DAY July 17, Aug 20. Enjoy complimentary admission to the Deering Estate at Cutler! The FEE FREE “P.L.A.Y.” DAYS were created to honor the Deering Estate’s partner organizations and the community. We invite our guests to “P.L.A.Y.” - Preservation, Learning, Adventure, Year-Round - and enjoy the many
tours, educational programs, and special events that the Estate has to offer. Free Admission. 10 am-4pm. Deering Estate at Cutler, 16701 SW 72nd Ave., Miami, FL 33157, 305.235.1668. http://www.deeringestate.org/
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS - http://www.miamidade.gov/parks/calendar.asp
MONROE (Florida Keys) - www.fla-keys.com/calendarofevents/
History of Diving Museum p r e s e n t s : I m m e r s e Yourself! 2016 Lecture Series. Celebrate the museum’s 10th anniversary by attending a free lecture series held at the museum, located at MM 82.9, every third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. Adventurers from treasure hunters to aquanauts help tell the story of mankind’s attempts to explore, understand and venture under the sea. The evening lectures are informal, informative and provide a valuable educational resource at the museum, an acclaimed facility dedicated to the collection, preservation and display of relics and artifacts related to diving and its heritage. 305.664.9737, Free for active duty military. http://www.divingmuseum.org/.
DORAL - www.cityofdoral.com/
DORAL PARKS DEPARTMENT EVENTS - https://www.cityofdoral.com/all-departments/parks-and-recreation/special-events/
Independence Day Celebration, July 4, Families can enjoy free pony rides, inflatables, delicious food, live entertainment and the signature finale and everyone’s favorite – our spectacular fireworks show! Bring your blankets, chairs and picnic baskets to celebrate this patriotic holiday surrounded by friends and family. Free parking and admission. Begins at 5pm/Fireworks at 9:20pm. Doral Central Park, 3000 NW 87 Ave Doral. 305.593.6611, [email protected].
WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA?
with professionals in your field of interest. 11. Cultivate recommendations and endorsements – direct connections to aspects of your skills set that match your civilian career aspirations. 12. Manage your settings – your profile needs to be public for recruiters to find you, make changes as necessary turning off broadcasts and customizing your public profile URL. 13. Be available – keep you information updated. 14. Search for jobs – LinkedIn allows you to search for jobs and send job announcements. 15. Grab an upgrade – LinkedIn offers veterans a free, one-year Job Seeker premium account, which includes perks such as complete list of who has viewed your profile. If your profile includes your veteran status, a pop-up window offering the free upgrade will appear when you sign into your LinkedIn account.
For additional information regarding how to network and job search using LinkedIn, call 305.437-2639, or email [email protected].
10 common sense interview tips too many people flub
When we refer to something as being “common sense,” we usually mean that it is something we think everyone should know. Often, though, it turns out that what may seem like common sense to one person isn’t always so to someone else. For example: Veterinarians spend their days around animals, so they might consider it common knowledge that cats sleep about 18 hours per day; hence the reason your vet seems so amused when you bring Muffin in for a checkup, concerned about her inability to stay awake.
9 Steps to career transition success
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Develop Your Transition Plan - Developing a sound yet flexible job search plan is critical to conducting a successful employment campaign.
2. Obtain Transition Assistance - Developing a sound yet flexible job search plan is critical to conducting a successful employment campaign.
3. Assess Your Skills & Interests - Take stock of what skills you possess and what you need for pursuing a civilian career.
4. Conduct Company Research - Compile a list of Company Contacts to keep track of people in your targeted organizations (and veterans!) who would be good networking contacts.
5. Construct Your Resume - You can craft your resume by understanding resume types, construction elements, and the refinements necessary to make it your effective first impression to employers.
6. Build Your Network - Networking in the job search involves connecting and interacting with people who can be helpful to you. There are many resources to assist you in identifying and extending your network through new associations and organizations.
7. Interview Like A Pro - Interviewing is the most stressful part of the job search process. Proper preparation can reduce the stress level and make a difference in the outcome of the interview.
8. Gain Federal Employment - The federal government is the single largest employer in the United States, and there are numerous resources available to help you find federal jobs.
9. Negotiate Your Best Salary - In the private sector you must be prepared to negotiate your compensation based on your projected value to the employer.
For additional information, or to check out resources from the Army Community Service Career Library, call 305.437.2639, or email [email protected].
LinkedIn for networking and job search
LinkedIn has become the number one social media tool for more than 200 million professionals seeking to connect their information, hiring managers, corporations, along with countless other services all within a few clicks. Here are 15 ways to leverage LinkedIn:
1. Get noticed – prepare a profile. 2. Learn from others – for “how to” examples, turn to employees in the industry you are targeting, as well as profiles belonging to social media experts. 3. Make a statement – The headline is the “most valuable piece of real estate.” 4. Sell yourself – “30 second elevator pitch.” 5. Be picture perfect – post a professional picture. 6. Make your profile visually appealing – make it easy to read. 7. Avoid sending the wrong message – avoid repeating your military rank or using military jargon. 8. Translate your skills – include the same skill set as found in a job announcement when describing your military experience. 9. Join groups – stay active with LinkedIn Groups. 10. Grow your network – add connections
FAMILY SUPPORT NEWS
Similarly, because human-resources professionals constantly screen and interview candidates, what may seem like a common-sense interview tip to them might not have crossed a job seeker’s mind. Following are “common-sense” interview tips straight from the experts’ mouths.
1. Be presentable. Wear a suit that fits, and don’t cut corners when it comes to ironing or dry-cleaning, says Monique Honaman, CEO of leadership development company ISHR Group. “I knew one guy who was in such a rush the day of his interview that he only ironed the front of his shirt. Later, during the course of his interview day, it was hot and he was encouraged to remove his jacket and get more comfortable and it was clear that he had cut corners and only ironed the front! He was very embarrassed,” Honaman says.
Also, while you should always wear deodorant, try to avoid perfumes and colognes. You never know who will be allergic or just downright averse to your scent. “A hiring manager once told me a story of how he didn’t select an incredibly well-qualified candidate for a role because she wore the same perfume as his ex-wife,” says Danielle Beauparlant Moser, a career coach with Blended Learning Team. “He said she walked in the room and his only thought was how to get her out of his office as quickly as possible.”
2. Don’t be too early. While you should always arrive at your interview a few minutes early, try not get there more than 15 minutes before your scheduled interview time, advises Ben Yeargin, a manager at Spherion Staffing. “[Arriving early] will lead to anxiety on the candidate’s part because they have to sit and wait for an extended period of time, and it will lead to frustration on the hiring manager’s part because they will feel rushed with the project that they are trying to accomplish prior to the interview,” he says.
If you find yourself getting to the building earlier than you thought, wait in your car or take a walk around the block until it’s closer to your interview time.
3. Know whom you’re meeting with. “Know the name of the interviewer so that you can ask for that person at the receptionist’s desk,” advises Cheryl Palmer, president of Call to Career, an executive coaching firm. “It’s embarrassing when the receptionist asks, ‘Who are you here to see?’ and you can’t remember. Have this information either in your head or write yourself a note that you refer to prior to arriving in the waiting area,” Palmer says.
4. Remember: You are being interviewed as soon as you walk in the door. “Most people would never think of the receptionist as being an interviewer, but it’s true,” Palmer says. “It’s fairly common that the receptionist will report back to the hiring manager how candidates behaved in the waiting area. Don’t be remembered as the one who ate all the candy out of the candy dish or spoke disrespectfully to the receptionist.”
5. Make proper eye contact. “One of the most obvious mistakes interviewees make is with eye contact, and it costs a lot of people a lot of jobs,” says Barry Maher, who owns a California-based career coaching firm. “Eye contact is simple,” he says. “Any given eye contact should last about five seconds at a time. And if there’s one interviewer, make eye contact with him or her about 40 to 60 percent of the time. More than 60 percent is intimidating. Less than 40 percent comes off as shifty and perhaps insincere, even dishonest.”
6. Eat before the interview, not during it. Duh? Not according to Yeargin, who has experienced interview-snacking firsthand. “I was in an interview, no more than 10 minutes into it, and I got called out for two minutes to answer a question,” he says. “When I returned, the applicant was eating
some sort of granola or other snack bar. Needless to say that individual did not get a job with my company.” No matter what the candy bar ads have to say, your hunger can wait.
7. Make sure that what you do eat beforehand does not involve onion or garlic. You want to be remembered for your professionalism and outstanding skills, not for what you ate for lunch. Advises Palmer, “Don’t eat anything that has a strong odor before the interview.”
8. Don’t look at your watch. Block at least two hours of time for the interview, says Cindy Loftus, co-owner of Loftus O’Meara Staffing. Loftus also advises keeping your schedule relatively clear on the day of the interview, to avoid feeling the need to rush. “Don’t create distractions to your interview,” she says.
9. Tell the interviewer you are interested. Don’t forget to tell the recruiter you want the job. “If you truly feel the position is a fit, let them know and tell them you would like to get to the next round of interviews, and be prepared to tell them why,” Loftus says.
10. Get business cards from your interviewers -- and use them. “Ask for the business cards of all of the interviewers that you have met and make sure you take a second or two to read their card,” Loftus says. This will not only be helpful in remembering each person you met with, but will make it easier to send proper thank-you notes and follow up e-mails, which should always be done within 24 hours of leaving the interview.
For additional information call 305.437.2639, email: [email protected]
FAMILY SUPPORT NEWS
Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon
The Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon, “Military Spouses:
The Spirit Behind Readiness,” was held on Saturday, April 30
at the Falcon’s Nest Club on Homestead Air Reserve Base. The
celebration was hosted by the America Red Cross, the Beacon
Council, Homestead Air Reserve Base, the Miami Recruiting
Battalion, U.S. Special Operations Command South and the
U.S. Army Garrison-Miami. Approximately 60 attendees enjoyed
creating an American Flag using red, white and blue 3 X 4 inch
cards with statements such as “What advice would you give to
a new spouse?” and “What does it mean to me to be a military
spouse?” The responses were written by the spouses on the
cards which were then used to make the flag. Several service
members paid tribute to military spouses: one by writing a
poem which characterized military spouses as the “biggest,
baddest spouses on this planet” and the other by thanking military spouses for their countless contributions to support the mission and
the service member. After enjoying a wonderful buffet lunch prepared by staff at the Falcon’s Nest Club, attendees won door prizes and
bid on a wide array of gifts courtesy of the vendors who participated in the “Quarter Auction.” Quarter Auction vendors included Avon,
the Purse Lady, Rodan + Fields, Sweet Delights by Ana, Trades of Home, Val’s Sports Memorabilia and the Leisure Travel Services Office at
the U.S. Army Garrison-Miami. Feedback from attendees will be used to plan next year’s appreciation event for military spouses.
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Monday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1215-1315 Beginner Yoga1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1300 Self-Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Tuesday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor Cycling1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank - Free
Schedule is subject to change$3 per class or $25 for 10 classes
Pay with cash, check or credit cardPlease arrive on time for class
First Come – First Served
Hours of OperationMonday – Thursday: 0500 – 2100, Friday: 0500 - 2000Saturday and Sunday: 1000 – 1700, closed on holidaysOpen to Active Duty, Reserve, Retired Military & their Dependents305.437.0123/0124
Wednesday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor Cycling1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1215-115 Yoga1500-1600 Zumba1600-1800 Functional Fitness
Thursday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1100-1300 Self Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor Cycling 1215-1315 Power Yoga 1230-1330 Functional Fitness
Friday1100-1300 Self-Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free1215-1315 Yoga
On May 13, 2016, approximately 38 participants competed in the 5th Ferity Challenge held at the Warrior Training Testing Facility, US Army Garrison-Miami. Ferity means wild, untamed, or uncultivated state.
The first Ferity event took place on December 6, 2013, when only 12 participants were willing to show up for this tough physical fitness challenge. The original event started as a 5k course and has now grown to a 8k challenge.
For those who competed in the Ferity, by most standards, it was the hardest event they have ever done.
The Ferity Challenge was created and organized by Mr. Blain Reeves, a Department of the Army Civilian and Retired Army LTC, who has been at SOUTHCOM since 2004. Blain is also a certified Personal Trainer, Sports Nutritionist and is certified in First Aid/CPR.
Participants included Active Duty military, two Canadian Military members, several local Miami-Dade Fire Rescue personnel and SOUTHCOM/USAG-Miami civilians.
The event started at 7:30 pm in waves of two teams going head to head and additional waves began approximately every 30 minutes until all teams were on the course.
The categories/divisions were: Males, Females, Co-ed and Rookies. This year, Team Defenders, decided to push the envelope and competed in the Men’s division with the men’s weight. There were 20 individuals (SOUTHCOM civilians, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue personnel, Chilean and Brazilian Foreign officers) that were part of the event support staff, which helped keep this event safe and efficient.
Hats off to Blain Reeves and his crew for
providing such a grueling and challenging event at this command. All competitors in the Ferity finished without any penalties, which is an amazing accomplishment.
USAG-M trainers reach new heights
Congratulations to Family and MWR Recreation
Specialist Frank Same! Frank placed third in the
International Federation of Bodybuilding and
Fitness Florida Grand Prix Pro Show.
Frank is a Personal Trainer for the USAG-Miami
Fitness Center and made his professional debut
in 2015. Frank will be hosting the 2nd Annual
Bodybuilding/Fitness Physique Competition in
the fitness center August 13, 2016
Take advantage of Frank and his expertise at
his FREE functional fitness classes Mon-Thurs
0600-0700, 1130-1300 and 1600-1800.
Congratulations to Recreation Assistant Jose
Fernandez for completing the International
Sports Science Association Fitness Trainer
Certification. We encourage everyone to take
advantage of the highly qualified trainers we
have on staff, as their services are free!
Yogis and yoginis gather for yoga fest
On May 25, Maj Turner and LCDR Berrios hosted a Yoga Readiness Fest 2016 in the fitness center. Approximately 80 participants attended the fest. The Yoga Readiness Fest was made possible via the Yoga Readiness Initiative.
The Yoga Readiness Initiative is a community of volunteers, yoga teachers and non-profit organizations who support yoga and the military and other sponsors who donate their time and the tools to supply Yoga Readiness Kits. Their mission is to bring a personal yoga practice to members of the military and their families. The kit includes tools needed in developing personal yoga practice - a mat, block, strap, guides, books and meditation downloads. These tools can be used to assist in the practice of asana (postures), pranayama (breath control) and meditation.
Participants at Yoga Readiness Fest received a free Yoga Readiness Kit and learned about yoga as a resilience tool to manage stress and improve overall health.
Special thanks to Maj Turner and LCDR Berrios for making this event possible.
Yoga classes are offered at the fitness center Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 12:15-1:15. For more information, please contact the fitness center front desk at 305.437.0123.
Ferity competitors and event staff. Photo by Maria AriasFrank Same, National Physique Competition, 3rd place. Photo by NorthAmericanBodies.com
Lead Recreation Assistant Jose Fernandez promotes Army STRONG B.A.N.D.S. Campaign. Photo by Arthurlyn Mitcham
Downward dog. Photo by Arthurlyn Mitcham
Warrior One. Photo by Arthurlyn Mitcham
All employees,(sorry, no guests,) may use the near
Olympic-sized swimming pool at
Miami-Dade Public Safety Training Institute
9601 NW 58th StreetMiami, FL 33178305.715.5000
Monday - Friday, 6am-6pm
Keys 100 Miles Relay
The 9th annual Keys 100 Miles Relay was held the weekend of May 21-22, 2016. The race is a point-to-point event beginning in Key Largo—Marathon and ending in Key West on the Atlantic Ocean at Higgs Beach. This race has four distinct competitions: individual races of 100 miles, 50 miles and 50 kilometers, and six runner 100 mile team relay race. In the team relay, teams are allowed one support vehicle and they run the 100 miles switching runners at designated change points. This year, five teams from SOUTHCOM participated in the team relay event. Two teams from SOUTHCOM placed first and second overall and in the military division. It was an impressive year for SOUTHCOM. Congratulations to all SOUTHCOM teams.
Rival teams come together for a photo finish. First place team Ameri-Can and Second place team Joint Warriors. Rear, l to r - SSG Robert Wiltzius, SSG Keith Killgren, MAJ Rich Coble, LTC Daniel Theriault, CIV Ethan Clary, 1LT Winford Knowles, MAJ Dustin Bishop, MSgt Ramon Martinez. Front, l to r - CPT Troy Lovely, IS3 Anthony Perez, CW2 Stephen Barber, SGT Christopher Skelton, IS2 David Terpstra, LT Phillip Martinez. Courtesy photos.
Team Three Chicks Three Sticks - LTC Nicholas Sanchez, Jonathan Barger, Sasha Gaynair, Sean Sullivan, Jill Hauser, MAJ Michael Buemi
Thundergun Express - PFC Joshua Anderson, SGT Branden Kerr, SPC Niyoshi Shaw, IS3 Kayla Cater, Sgt David Pelfrey, SGT Jonathan Smith
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER NEWS
To report suspected child abuse, neglect, or spouse abuse, contact
Family Advocacy, 305.437.2734
After duty hours Spouse Abuse - 911Child Abuse -1.800.96A.BUSE or 1.800.962.2873
School Age Center Summer Camp!
July 5-8 The Knights of SAC
July 11-15 Sport Fanatics
July 18-22 Johnny Appleseed
July 25-29 The Moon, Mars and Beyond
Aug. 1-5 Creepy Crawly Entomology
Aug. 8-12 The Science of Cooking
Monday, through Friday, 7am - 5:30pm. You may register your K-5th grade child for the weeks you need. Space is limited so register early! Field trips are provided at additional cost. Call Parent Central 305.437.2633/1141
Search Child Care Options Online
Service members and Department of Defense civilian employees can access information about military child care options and wait lists online. A new Department of Defense
initiative, militarychildcare.com, has gone live, giving authorized patrons a single gateway for comprehensive information on military operated or military approved child care programs
worldwide. Families seeking military child care can register on the website.
The Zip Code Groups at USSOUTHCOM are organized by place of residence and offer an opportunity to meet new friends. The groups also provide a channel for spouses to get information about what happens at the command and in the surrounding civilian communities. The Zip Code Groups are a means of social interaction and camaraderie for spouses similar to that provided by the Officers and Enlisted Spouses Groups located on traditional military bases. The Zip Code Groups are organized in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties. For additional information, contact Army Community Service at 305.437.2644 or one of the Zip Code Group Coordinators listed below:
Zip Code Group Coordinators
ZIP CODE GROUPS
Army Substance Abuse Programs (ASAP)
ADCO, ASAP Program Manager - Guy W. Drab, [email protected] 305.437.3078Suicide Prevention and Employee Assistance Programs - Vacant 305.437.2932ASAP Clinical Program Administrator - Marilou Balch, [email protected] 305.437.3085Drug Testing Coordinators (DTC) - Wanda Laureano, [email protected]; Connie Sova, [email protected] 305.437.1744 / 2428Prevention Education/Activities Coordinator (PC) - Carmen Rivera Martinez, [email protected] 305.437.3076
USSOUTHCOM
Clinic Office hours: 0700-1600 For appointments call 305.437.1148 Services TRICARE enrolled membersTRICARE Service Centers 1.800.444.5445 Miramar or USCG Air Station Opa LockaDomestic Violence/Child Abuse FAP Treatment/Behavioral Health 305.437.0519Family Counseling Center 305.437.3086Housing Referral 305.437.2642Education Service 305.437.2287Carlson Wagonlit 1.800.579.6681
Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR)
Office of Administration: Director - Sheryl Byrd, [email protected] 305.437.2720 Administration - Sherry Good, [email protected] 305 .437.2409 Financial Management Officer - Marisol Archibold, [email protected] 305.437.1144 Marketing, Sponsorship and Advertising - Helen Colby, [email protected] 305.437.3149E-mail: southcom.miami.usag.mbx-mwr-customer-service@ mail.milToll Free Hot Line: 1.877.291.1604
Recreation Services
Special Events/BOSS - Community Recreation Manager Stephen Ondriezek 305.437.2627 [email protected] Leisure Travel Services - Eric Ruiz, [email protected] 305.437.1595
Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services) 305.437.1141CYSS Coordinator - VacantAdministration - Mary Gomez, [email protected] Development Center Director - Denise Gonzalez, [email protected] Based Program Manager/CDC Trainer -Outreach Services Director - Ileana Gonzalez-Posada, [email protected] Liaison Officer - Joyce Kennedy, [email protected]
Family Programs Army Community Service Director - Victoria DuBois, [email protected] 305.437.2644Community Support Coordinator - Sybil J. Allison 305.437.1407Consumer Affairs/Emergency Financial Assistance - Vacant 305.437.2645Employment Readiness - Joe Pagan, [email protected] 305.437.2639Family Advocacy/Exceptional Family Member - Joe Walker, [email protected] 305.437.2734Sexual Assault Response Coordinator - Vacant 305.437.1137 Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator - John Shoupe, [email protected] 305.437.2178Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor - Vincent Luongo, vincent.luongo4.ctr@mail. 305.437.0142 Volunteer Coordinator - Mary Ortiz, [email protected] 305.437.2667SHARP Victim Advocate - Edward Wilhite, [email protected] 305.437.2653
ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER
WHO’S WHO IN MWR
Army Community Service Celebrates 51 Years of Service to the Military Community
Army Community Service (ACS) was created on 25 July 1965 when General Harold K. Johnson, Army Chief of Staff, dispatched a letter to all major commanders announcing the approval and establishment of the ACS. In the early spring of 1966, LTC Emma Baird traveled to Europe to assist commanders in establishing ACS Centers. By 1967 the majority of CONUS installations had initiated ACS Centers. By 1969, 155 ACS Centers and points of contact were established Army wide. The largest majority of overseas centers were located in Germany, but wherever American troops served, an ACS Center or ACS point of contact was established.
New programs were introduced in October 1978 and included budget counseling and debt liquidation, relocation assistance, and an information program. Also provided was the Army Child Advocacy Program (ACAP) which included the establishment of the Army Child Support Services Program and established criteria for financial support, personnel functions and duties and program requirements; and incorporated standards for child health and safety protection at military facilities offering temporary care for children.
In 1982, the Family Advocacy Program and the Family Member Employment Assistance Program were officially established. Today, ACS consists of the Relocation Readiness Program; the Financial Readiness Program; the Employment Readiness Program; the Volunteer Program; the Exceptional Family Member Program; the Family Advocacy Program; the Outreach Program; the Information, Referral, and Follow-up Program and the Mobilization and Deployment Readiness Program.
The Bugle Boy is an unofficial, bimonthly publication of the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, U.S. Army Garrison-Miami, and is published for members of the United States Southern Command. Contents of The Bugle Boy are not necessarily the official views of, or are endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Southern Command. The distribution, mention or use of any sponsor’s products, services, or funds by the U.S. Southern Command does not express or imply an endorsement of the sponsor. All submissions are subject to editing. The appearance of advertising in this newsletter does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army, the U. S. Southern Command or the U.S. Army Garrison-Miami Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fund. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a violation or rejection of this policy of equal opportunity by the advertiser is confirmed, the publisher shall refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. To submit story ideas, articles, or purchase advertising, call 305.437.3149 or email [email protected].
