S POTLIGHT: MFAP CONFERENCE RESULTS CALENDAR OF EVENTS WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS CDC NEWS WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR GOING GREEN FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE SPOUSES’ CORNER / WHO’S WHO FAMILY & MWR FUN BUS TRIPS 1 2 3 5 7 8 11 13 15 16 United States Army Garrison-Miami Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation 9301 NW 33 rd Street Doral, Florida 33172 305.437.2665 Sign up for Family and MWR e-mail and Send Your Customer Comments to: Mwrcustomerservice@ hq.southcom.mil L IKE US ON FACEBOOK USAG-MIAMI FMWR In December 2011, the annual MFAP (modeled after the Army Family Action Plan) Conference met to discuss quality-of-life issues and to make recommendations to senior leadership on issues reviewed at the conference. In total, 12 issues were discussed then promptly addressed or forwarded to the appropriate department for consideration. Among the issues discussed was the need to expand dining options within organization facilities; work options and employment licensing requirements for relocating military spouses; Family Readiness Group and spouse groups at USSOUTHCOM; concerns over the loss of personalized TRICARE referral processes and signing procedures and clarification of Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits for those no longer on Active Duty. The Army Family Action Plan’s history of service began as a grassroots movement in the early 1980s, designed to address and resolve the most significant quality-of-life issues for service members, retirees, Department of Defense civilians, and Family members and forward to the attention of senior leadership for consideration, resolution, and change. The first Army Family Action Plan conference was held in 1983. All members of the military, including Active, Reserve, National Guard, civilians and Family members are eligible to voice concerns to senior leadership and make recommendations for change. In other words, it is the process by which members of the military have the opportunity to lend their “voice” to military policy, as well as programs that directly affect them. Since its inception, over 667 issues have been put forth, resulting in 117 legislative changes; 162 DoD or DA policy changes; and 178 improved programs or services, such as the creation of the Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) program. Specifics of the issues discussed at the 2011’s MFAP Conference are listed below. An emphasis on Child, Youth and School Services programs may be in the works for the coming year. The current year’s annual conference will be held on October 16th, 2012. • Issue 11-01: No dry space to place items in the bathroom. • Issue 11-02: Need food vendors in the food court with more variety. • Issue 11-03 (New 11-01): Spouse Work Options; Licensing Issues for persons with Professional Degrees/Licensing. • Issue 11-04 (New 11-02): Deployment. • Issue 11-05: Quality of Life for Families and Soldiers with high demand civilian and reserve jobs. • Issue 11-06: Quality of Life – Marriage and Family • Issue 11-07: Organizational emphasis on communicating service member obligations. • Issue 11-08: Family Readiness Groups (FRGs) at USSOUTHCOM. • Issue 11-09 (New 11-06): Digital Forms Signature and Submission through myTRICARE.com website. • Issue 11-10 (New 11-07): Loss of personalized TRICARE referral process. • Issue 11-11: The variety of food choices in USSOUTHCOM AAFES Xpress food court. • Issue 11-12: Extension of transferability of Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits. www2.southcom.mil/usag-miami/mwr.html September/October 2012
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SPOTLIGHT: MFAP CONFERENCE RESULTS
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA
FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS
CDC NEWS
WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR
GOING GREEN
FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE
SPOUSES’ CORNER / WHO’S WHO
FAMILY & MWR FUN BUS TRIPS
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In December 2011, the annual MFAP (modeled after the Army Family Action Plan) Conference met to discuss quality-of-life issues and to make recommendations to senior leadership on issues reviewed at the conference. In total, 12 issues were discussed then promptly addressed or forwarded to the appropriate department for consideration. Among the issues discussed was the need to expand dining options within organization facilities; work options and employment licensing requirements for relocating military spouses; Family Readiness Group and spouse groups at USSOUTHCOM; concerns over the loss of personalized TRICARE referral processes and signing procedures and clarification of Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits for those no longer on Active Duty.
The Army Family Action Plan’s history of service began as a grassroots movement in the early 1980s, designed to address and resolve the most significant quality-of-life issues for service members, retirees, Department of Defense civilians, and Family members and forward to the attention of senior leadership for consideration, resolution, and change. The first Army Family Action Plan conference was held in 1983. All members of the military, including Active, Reserve, National Guard, civilians and Family members are eligible to voice concerns to senior leadership and make recommendations for change. In other words, it is the process by which members of the military have the opportunity to lend their “voice” to military policy, as well as programs that directly affect them. Since its inception, over 667 issues have been put forth, resulting in 117 legislative changes; 162 DoD or DA policy changes; and 178 improved programs or services, such as the creation of the Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) program.
Specifics of the issues discussed at the 2011’s MFAP Conference are listed below. An emphasis on Child, Youth and School Services programs may be in the
works for the coming year. The current year’s annual conference will be held on October 16th, 2012.
• Issue 11-01: No dry space to place items in the bathroom.
• Issue 11-02: Need food vendors in the food court with more variety.
• Issue 11-03 (New 11-01): Spouse Work Options; Licensing Issues for persons with Professional Degrees/Licensing.
• Issue 11-04 (New 11-02): Deployment.
• Issue 11-05: Quality of Life for Families and Soldiers with high demand civilian and reserve jobs.
• Issue 11-06: Quality of Life – Marriage and Family
• Issue 11-07: Organizational emphasis on communicating service member obligations.
• Issue 11-08: Family Readiness Groups (FRGs) at USSOUTHCOM.
• Issue 11-09 (New 11-06): Digital Forms Signature and Submission through myTRICARE.com website.
• Issue 11-10 (New 11-07): Loss of personalized TRICARE referral process.
• Issue 11-11: The variety of food choices in USSOUTHCOM AAFES Xpress food court.
• Issue 11-12: Extension of transferability of Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits.
Deadline to pay for Disney Trip, Adults $88/Children $78, COB
15 - Dave Ramsey FPU: Working in Your Strengths, Thursday, 11:30am-1:30pm, ACS Classroom
17 - Trip to Disney’s Magic Kingdom, Saturday
21 - Dave Ramsey FPU: Real Estate and Mortgages, Wednesday, 11:30am-1:30pm, ACS Classroom
22 - Thanksgiving, Thursday
23 - Training Holiday, Friday
27 - Newcomer Orientation,
Tuesday, 8-11am, ACS Classroom
28 - First Term Finance, Thursday, 8am-12pm, ACS Classroom
Army Emergency Relief (AER) Command Brief, 1010-1030, ACS Classroom
29 - Dave Ramsey FPU: The Great Misunderstanding, Thursday, 11:30am-1:30pm, ACS Classroom
Dave Ramsey FPU: Real Estate and Mortgages, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom
30 - Miami Tour, Friday, 9-4
BROWARD - www.sunny.org/visitors/events/
Music & Dancing Under The Stars, through December 26, Hollywood Beach Theatre, East of A1A at Johnson St. and the ocean, 7:30-9pm, 954-921-3404, free.
Broadwalk Friday Fest, through December 28, Hollywood Beach Theatre, East of A1A at Johnson St. and the ocean, 7-9pm, 954.924.2980, free.
19th Annual Hollywood Beach Latin Festival. September 15, Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, 12-8pm, 954.961.6386, free. Latin culture with traditional and folkloric music by internationally renowned performers and top local musicians on two stages, dancing, food vendors, arts and crafts and children’s activities. http://artandculturecenter.org/
Beach Clean Up, through December 1, C o m m e r c i a l Boulevard and the Beach, Lauderdale-by-
the-Sea, 9-9:30am, first Saturday of every month. http://lbts.com/.
Opera Society New Member Social, October 8. Copacabana Supper Club, 219 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 6-8pm. 954.565.1400, free.
Las Olas Art Fair, October 20-21, Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale, 10am-5pm, 561.746.6615, free.
Christmas On Las Olas, November 28, Las Olas Blvd., free. An evening with the feeling of Christmas past. snow mountain, carolers and skating rink.
Gables Gallery Night, Monthly open house on the first Friday of each month showcases local galleries. Enjoy exhibitions, free refreshments and complimentary continuous shuttle buses between galleries. Downtown Coral Gables, 33134, 305.444.4493.
Coconut Grove First Saturday Gallery Stroll Sept. 1. Every 1st Saturday of the month, explore the galleries
of Coconut Grove from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Downtown Coconut Grove, Coconut Grove, 33133, 305.445.3864. www.artcircuits.com.
DWNTWN Art Days, Sept. 7-8. Two-day celebration of arts and culture. See website for details. Various venues in Downtown Miami, Miami, 33131. www.dwntwnartdays.com.
Design District Arts and Design Night, Sept. 8. Stroll the galleries and showrooms of the Design District every second Saturday of the month from 7-11pm. Miami Design District, Northeast 2nd Avenue and Northeast 40th Street, Miami, 33137, 305.470.8005, www.artcircuits.com.
Free Fridays at The Wolf, Sept. 21. Free gallery admission on Fridays from 6-9pm with the support of The Miami Herald. Exhibition tours at 6pm. Enjoy wine and light food at The Dynamo Museum Shop and Café. Wolfsonian - FIU, 1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 33139, 305.535.2645, www.wolfsonian.org.
Downtown Harvest Market, Sept. 9. Miami-Dade County hosts a Downtown Harvest Market every Friday, 11am-5:30pm. Purchase seasonal produce directly from Miami-Dade growers, handmade artisanal foods and crafts, green products, healing arts and plants. Stephen P. Clark Center Courtyard, 111 NW 1st St., Miami, 33128, www.earth-learning.org
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS www.miamidade.gov. Menu bar - Click on Calendar for all events.
Food Truck Night, Sept. 20. Park landscapes and music, mix and mingle and enjoy affordable g o u r m e t delights served up by food truck chefs. Food choices from Cuban influenced burgers and Asian-style chicken wings to deep fried Oreos. Bring picnic blanket or folding tables
WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA?and chairs to enhance your dining experience. Glass containers and pets are not permitted. 6-10pm. Tropical Park, 7900 SW 40th St., Miami, 33155, 305.226.8315, www.miamidade.gov/parks.
MONROE (Florida Keys) - www.fla-keys.com/calendarofevents/
Florida Keys Birding & Wildlife Festival, Sept. 26–30. The peak of the fall birding season, this event includes an opening reception, dinner, presentations, Keys-wide field trips focusing on education and conservation as they relate to Keys birds and wildlife, and an environmental fair. 305.872.0774
Free admission to Everglades and Dry T o r t u g a s National Parks - National Public Lands
Day, Sept. 29. Visitors planning an end-of-summer trip can explore Everglades National Park and Dry Tortugas National Park free, in honor of National Public Lands Day. Entrance fees at the two parks will be waived Saturday. 305.242.7700, www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm.
Key Largo Pirates Festival. kicks off at 6:30pm on Thursday, Oct. 20, Costume contests, walk the plank, rum tasting, booty hunt, pirate show, thieves market, underwater poker and more during three days of pirate-themed fun. Swashbuckling spectators unleash their inner buccaneer during the festivities, with a Captain Morgan Look-Alike Pirate Plunder Party at Snapper’s Restaurant, mile marker 94.5. Complete schedule on website. Contact: Sue Finney 305.394.3736, www.keylargopiratefest.com.
PALM BEACH - www.palmbeachfl.com
DORAL - www.cityofdoral.com/
Social Fridays in Doral, free Doral Trolley stops at various entertainment and culinary businesses of Doral, showcasing the nightlife of the city, free. The route includes stops at the city’s hotels, where trolley route maps are available listing other Social Friday points of interest. 8-11pm. Various locations throughout Doral, FL 33178, 305.593.6725, ext. 70, www.cityofdoral.com.
FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWSJoin a support group with other job seekers to help you stay positive, accountable and on track.
The Department of Labor-sponsored website provides career resources and workforce information to job seekers, students, businesses, and workforce professionals to foster talent development in a global economy. It also provides content specifically designed for military spouses including employment resources, education and training help and relocation information. Visit www.servicelocator.org.
Ten Tips for Job Fairs
Job fairs are excellent places to learn, network and land a job. You could easily miss your ideal job opportunity while trying to work through the crowd. But here are some planning tips to provide that edge over your competitors who fail to properly prepare.
1. If the web sites of job fair producers offer the option, search for jobs in advance to target the most promising, participating employers. Read the employers’ profiles if available, to help you answer the classic question, “Why do you want to work for us?” Even if job fair producers don’t offer these options, most at least list the participating employers and the general types of jobs they have open, so you may research them on your own. 2. Plan to take at least 20 crisp resumes to a job fair, 30 or so if it’s a huge event. The job fair might have copy facilities for free or a small fee, which is nice if you run out, but don’t count on it. Bring a pen, pencil and notepad and organize it in a nice brief case or portfolio.
3. Prepare to interview on the spot. A 30 second commercial is a statement to describe the skills and services that you have to offer an employer. It’s better to politely sidestep up-front salary discussions if you can. But have a salary figure in mind, just in case your interview advances to the salary stage. Job fairs tend to be more casual than formal interviews, so you can relax and be friendlier and display enthusiasm.
4. Also prepare to fill out a job application on the spot. Unless you’re otherwise directed, it’s best to turn it in right away. Taking it home first allows your better-prepared competitors to beat you to it.
5. Arrive a few minutes early at a job fair, to register if required and plan your “attack.” Pick up a booth map if available, and route your path to the employers you’ve targeted. Visit your targeted employers first with resume in hand, and spend some “quality time” with each. 6. When wrapping up your conversations with employers’ reps, show your interest by asking them what the next steps are. Ask if it’s okay to call them or send follow-up letters a few days after the job fair ends. 7. Track which employers you’ve submitted your resume at the job fair, so you don’t redundantly resubmit it too soon. It’s a good idea to jot down other notes too, right after you talk with each rep. 8. Collect business cards or contact info as you go, and do follow up within 24-48 hours with a thank-you letter to each of the representatives with whom you spoke. It’s courteous, professional and typically expected, even after casual job fairs. Complying might make you stand out in their minds, to help you land follow-up interviews.
9. Afterwards, revisit the job fair producers’ sites periodically. Many continue to list new and unfilled openings for some time after job fairs. Post your resume if you haven’t already done so. 10. Remember to visit job fair employer’s sites that interest you after the event as they may have new openings they don’t forward to the producers after the job fair. If you want to know what’s going on with your resume or if you see a new position, send a follow-up letter or letter of inquiry instead. The employer will let you know if you should submit your resume again.
Joe Pagan, CWDP, MCTEmployment Readiness Program Manager
CAREER READINESS ADVICE
Network extensively. Attend industry events, reaching out to friends, family, former classmates and colleagues, and check to see what career resources your alma mater offers (many provide extensive help to job seekers free of charge).
Make the internet your friend. Utilize career-focused social media portals like LinkedIn to connect with former colleagues and bosses, join industry relevant groups, and request recommendations from past supervisors (and make sure your digital presence is squeaky clean!)
Reach out to companies you’re interested in working for to inquire about career opportunities and current openings, in addition to posting your resume on the MSEP Career board and sites like Monster, HotJobs, CareerBuilder and Craigslist, or www.usajobs.gov for federal government employment.
Don’t be afraid to work for free. Volunteering and interning are great ways to get your foot in the door and can be a tremendous learning experience.
Help other job seekers. If you hear of a job that isn’t quite right for you, see if it is a fit for anyone else you know and send it to them. Perhaps someday they’ll return the favor.
Make a great impression in an interview. This means arriving on time, appropriately dressed and having thoroughly researched the company and position for which you are applying.
Keep a polished and up to date resume on hand at all times.
Have a well-rehearsed elevator speech (short summary of your skills, experience and goals) in front of mind should you meet someone unexpectedly.
Stay up to date on trends and industry happenings and do whatever you can to acquire new skills companies are starting to look for in potential hires.
School Age Services
On August 20, 2012, USAG-Miami School Age Services (SAS) began offering an after-school care program. This program entitles participants to full day- care services during out of school periods during the school year, excluding Federal Holidays. SAS camps will be offered during winter, spring break and summer.
SAS is designed to enhance positive attitudes and provide opportunities for young people to develop the skills they will need to become successful individuals.
School Age Services offers positive experiences in four areas:
•LifeSkills,CitizenshipandLeadership-CharacterCounts,Weekly Community, Photo Tech, Cooking and Art clubs;
•Arts,RecreationandLeisure-Painting,sculpture,artsandcraftsand video games;
•AcademicSupport,MentoringandIntervention-HomeworkLab,Youth Technology Lab, Smart Moves and Ultimate Journey Science Club.
The highlight of the program will be the Academic Power Hour, an after-school club that allows youth to work on homework assignments with qualified staff to assist them, and the opportunity to engage in other higher learning activities to make the learning experience fun.
Strong Beginnings
The Army Strong Beginnings Pre-K is a program designed to prepare children to be successful to enter school. Curriculum focuses on the social, emotional, and physical development of children; equips them with basic academics and “Kindergarten Classroom Etiquette” skills to enhance “school readiness.”
Children who will be entering Kindergarten the following fall (4 years old prior to 1 September) are eligible to attend Strong Beginnings Pre-K.
After School Program, Monday-Friday 1400-1800.
Camps and teacher workday, 0600-1800.
For more information please call 305.437.1281 or 1283. You may also visit the Child Development Center. Children must be registered for the programs.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER NEWS
WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY AND MWR ?THE GEN AYALA CHALLENGE!
On June 25, Recreation Specialist Frank Same devised a hard core Gen Ayala workout for everyone! Gen Ayala and his son, Juan Ayala, Jr, started off the workout. The routine was comprised of several different workouts. Frank incorporated the row
machines, pushing the prowler on the concrete while dragging a sled tied around the waist, carrying the punching bag, flipping the tire, hitting the tire with a sledge hammer, bear crawls and sled pull while lying on the ground.
Everyone was impressed with the workout, including Gen Ayala. Customers are looking forward to another "Ayala Challenge" in the near future. Will you take the Gen Ayala Challenge?
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two-week racing format which the race series maintains to this day. With more additions coming after 1985, the race series expanded to include the Chicago, Illinois area and now features more consecutive days of racing
offered than anywhere else in America.
ICC-Superweek is now the oldest and longest-running multi-category cycling race in the world with races in cities from De Pere in Northern Wisconsin to Chicago. The event has a long-running tradition of international participation. This year’s event was no exception. Teams represented Colombia, Germany, South Africa and Canada to name a few. There were teams representing states across the nation from Virginia to California. ICC-Superweek has earned the distinction of being a world-class cycling event among the participating cyclists, sponsors and spectators.
The U.S. Military Cycling Team walked away with several podium appearances and top placement in the overall standings for the event.
Mr. Blain Reeves, USSOUTHCOM J3, was added to the U.S. Military Cycling Team roster this year and traveled with the team to the International Cycling Classic – Superweek in June.
Photos courtesy of Franca Savaglio Carls
LOCAL HERO EXCELS AT INTERNATIONAL CYCLING CLASSIC
The U.S. Military Cycling Team (Pro and Masters Team) made the trip to the Great Lakes area to attend the International Cycling Classic (ICC) – Superweek which was held from June 6th through the 22nd.
The team traveled with the intention of attending the toughest week on the schedule, June 10-17, which included two road races, two circuit races and four criteriums. A criterium is usually a course of one mile or less with multiple technical corners to negotiate and is fun for the spectator to watch as the cyclists come by more often and the race usually resembles a NASCAR race on two wheels.
Some of the Criterium (or Crits as they’re called by cyclists) courses have brick or cobbled roads or even hills to add additional elements of difficulty. Crit races are normally run on time and laps…much like NASCAR. The Crits are normally where the “sprinters” in the cycling world get to show off their speed, reaching into the 40 mph range going for the line. They are normally set up in downtown or urban settings within local cities around the state.
The road race and circuit race is usually a longer course run on distance in rural locations with hills and dirt sections of road that racers have to negotiate successfully to win.
Road races at ICC-Superweek ranged from 60-90 miles in length with plenty of hills.
The International Cycling Classic-Superweek began as a single race at Milwaukee's Summerfest in 1969 and quickly expanded into a successful week-long racing series in the Milwaukee metropolitan area. In 1985, ICC-Superweek added several races in cities to the north of Milwaukee. The expansion brought about the
GOING GREENHow Do I Make Homemade Non-Toxic Cleaners?by Ann Salter, Demand Media
Many commercial cleaning products consist of non-biodegradable preservatives and harsh chemicals that can affect your family’s health. With just a few common kitchen ingredients, such as white vinegar, water, baking soda, club soda and lemon, you can make effective and inexpensive cleaners that won’t release toxins into your home or the environment.
Ingredients to Avoid
Cleaning products containing chemical detergents, preservatives and solvents, including formaldehyde and other toxins, contribute to indoor air pollution by releasing harmful fumes called volatile organic compounds. These toxic compounds can accumulate, causing short- and long-term health problems, such as asthma attacks, skin allergies, vomiting, loss of coordination, memory loss and cancer, as well as kidney, liver and central nervous system damage, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (see References 1). Avoid exposure to these chemicals by cleaning with simple natural ingredients, such as baking soda, mild soaps and plain water (see References 2).
Liquid Cleaners
Use vinegar for a variety of cleaning tasks. Spray straight vinegar on acid-resistant surfaces to help disinfect and deodorize (see References 3). Clean windows with a spray made of 3 tablespoons of vinegar per quart of water (see References 4). Treat fresh red wines stains with club soda before the stain has a chance to set (see References 5). To remove tarnish from brass and copper, rub the metal with sliced lemons, then rinse with water, and pat dry (see References 4).
Powdered Cleaners
Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, a natural mineral sold in most supermarkets, absorbs odors and is slightly abrasive, making it a good scouring cleaner for sinks, counters, tubs and ovens. To remove greasy stains from carpets, sprinkle baking soda, cornmeal or cornstarch across the stain and let it sit for at least 30 minutes before vacuuming the area thoroughly (see References 5). As a naturally alkaline mineral, baking soda also removes stains from fruit juices and other mild acids (see References 6).
Cleaning Challenges
Polish particularly tarnished metal surfaces with a soft cloth dipped in baking soda and a little lemon juice. Wash and rinse the area using a gentle plant-based soap and dry with a clean towel. For stubborn cleaning tasks, mix a lathering scrub of equal parts baking soda, warm water and all-natural vegetable oil-based soap. Apply the mixture with a brush and rinse thoroughly with water. (See References 3).
Warnings
White vinegar can corrode and dissolve some minerals and certain fabrics made of acetate. Use only dilute vinegar if you are unsure; test for discoloration on a small, inconspicuous area first. When cleaning carpet or other absorbent materials, provide adequate ventilation by opening windows or setting up fans to dry the material quickly and prevent the growth of mold. Using hot water to clean new materials containing glue or formaldehyde, such as recently installed carpet, can release more VOCs into the air. Keep people with chemical sensitivities away from the house when cleaning these materials. (See References 2 and 5).
References
1. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Volatile Organic Compounds2. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Green Homes -- Bedroom3. Healthy Child Healthy World: Clean With 5 Basic Tools
4. Healthy Child Healthy World; Recipes for Safer Cleaners; Pamela Lundquist; March 20075. Healthy Child Healthy World: Clean Carpets Without Dangerous Chemicals6. Consumer Reports: Greenerchoices.org; Homemade Household Cleaners: Best Recipes; January 2011
Reprinted with permission from National Geographic’s Green Guide
www.thegreenguide.com.
Natural cleaners made from common kitchen ingredients are safe to use without rubber gloves.
SPORTS & FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE
305.437.0123
Friday0600-0700 Cardio Kickboxing with Luis- FREE - must register a day in advance at front desk
Wednesday0600-0700 Cardio Kickboxing with Luis- FREE must register a day in advance at front desk0600-0630 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE0630-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE1100-1130 Awesome Abs with SFC Granado- FREE1130-1200 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE1200-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE1230-1300 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE1200-1300 Yoga with Gabriella1700-1800 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE1700-1800 Yoga with Titi - must register by 1300
Thursday0600-0700 Explosive Cardio with Frank- FREE1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Lucy1100-1200 Explosive Cardio with Frank- FREE1200-1300 Explosive Cardio with Frank- FREE1200-1300 Power Yoga with Rae1645-1745 Zumba with Rosi1700-1800 Explosive Cardio with Frank- FREE
Monday0600-0700 Cardio Kickboxing with Luis- FREE must register a day in advance at front desk0600-0630 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE0630-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE1100-1130 Awesome Abs with SFC Granado- FREE1130-1200 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE1200-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE1230-1300 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE1200-1300 Yoga with Gabriella1700-1800 Functional Fitness with Frank- FREE1700-1800 Yoga with Titi - must register by 1300
Tuesday0600-0700 Explosive Cardio with Frank- FREE1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Lucy1100-1200 Explosive Cardio with Frank- FREE1200-1300 Explosive Cardio with Frank- FREE1200-1300 Power Yoga with Rae1645-1745 Zumba with Rosi1700-1800 Explosive Cardio with Frank- FREE
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 Doral, Broward County and Homestead. For additional information, contact Army Community Service at 305.437.2665 or one of the Zip Code Group Coordinators listed below:
Zip Code Group Coordinators
ZIP CODE GROUPS
Want to make a difference by volunteering? Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at (305) 437-2665 or locate an installation volunteer opportunity at www.ArmyOneSource.com. If you have already registered with Army OneSource, click Login and enter your username and password. To register with Army OneSource, click the Register link at the top of the homepage, then click Join Now! To search and apply for volunteer opportunities in and around your military community, click the Opportunity Locator link in the Volunteer Center box on the top of the MY AOS Page. Use the Opportunity Locator screen dropdown menus and textboxes to set up selection criteria, and then click Search to generate a list of volunteer opportunities near you. Next, click a position title to view details about that volunteer opportunity. To apply for a volunteer position, click Apply. Next, enter the required [*] information on the application form, then click Submit to complete the process. You will be contacted by an Organization Point of Contact or the Volunteer Coordinator with a response to your application and more information about the volunteer process.
Army Substance Abuse Programs (ASAP)ADCO, Suicide Prevention and Employee Assistance Programs - Guy W. Drab, [email protected]. mil 305.437.3078ASAP Clinical Manager/Counselor - John Knoebel, [email protected] 305.437.3072Drug Testing Coordinator (DTC) - Connie Sova, [email protected] 305.437.2428Prevention Education/Activities Coordinator (PC) Carmen Rivera, [email protected]
USSOUTHCOM
Clinic Office hours: 0730-1630 For appointments call 305.437.3559 Services TRICARE enrolled membersTRICARE Service Centers 1.800.444.5445 Miramar or USCG Air Station Opa LockaDomestic Violence/Child Abuse Dr. Woodrow Wilson 305.437.0519 [email protected] Counseling Center 305.437.3086Housing Referral 305.437.2642Education Service 305.437.2287Carlson Wagonlit 1.800.579.6681
Di rectorate o f Fami ly and Mora le, We l fa re and Recreat ion ( FAMILY and MWR)
Office of Administrat ion: 305.437.2665Director - Sheryl Byrd, [email protected] Financial Management Officer - Marisol Archibold, [email protected] Marketing, Sponsorship and Advertising - Helen Colby, [email protected]: [email protected] Toll Free Hot Line: 1.877.291.1604
Recreation Services Office of Administrat ion: 305.437.2665Recreation, Better Opportunity for Single Service Members (BOSS) - Stephen Ondriezek, [email protected] Information, Tickets and Registration - Eric Ruiz, [email protected] Fitness Center, Jill Hauser, Recreation Specialist, [email protected] Frank Same, Recreation Specialist, Francisco.same1@ hq.southcom.mil Recreation Assistants: Angelique Williams, [email protected]. mil; Elson Sanchez, [email protected]; Dolly Fernandez, [email protected]; Jose Fernandez, [email protected]; Alci Montero, [email protected]; Kevin Ruvalcaba, kevin. [email protected]
Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services) Office of Administrat ion : 305.437.2665CYSS Director - Ileana Gonzalez-Posada, [email protected] - Mary Gomez, [email protected] Development Center Director - Denise Gonzalez, denise. [email protected] Liaison Services - Francisco Brizuela, [email protected]
Family Support Programs
Office of Administrat ion: 305.437.2665Army Community Service Director - Victoria DuBois, [email protected] - Fred Weddington, [email protected] Affairs/Emergency Financial Assistance - Richard Zimmelman, [email protected] Readiness/Transition Assistance - Joe Pagan, [email protected] Family Advocacy/Exceptional Family Member - Joe Walker, [email protected] Relocation Readiness - Vilma Lesesne, [email protected]. mil Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator - Maddie Husta, [email protected] Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor - VacantVolunteer Coordinator - Mary Ortiz, [email protected]
WHO’S WHO
LEAVE THE DRIVING TO US - FAMILY & MWR TRIPS
All trips depart from the East parking lot at Headquarters at 6 a.m. and depart from each attraction at 7 p.m. (unless noted otherwise.) Deadline to sign up for trips is close of business the Wednesday before each trip. All prices include transportation, parking, tolls and
entrance to the attraction. Prices and times are subject to change. Tickets are available in the Leisure Travel Services Office, 305. 437.1595.
September 15UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ORLANDO
Adults $100/Children $90
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October 6HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTSPrice TBABus Departs Southcom 1pmBus Departs HHN October 7 2am
November 17DISNEY’S MAGIC KINGDOMAdults $88/Children $78
