Fort Bliss MWR News

Pay Day Activities

The Underwood Golf Complex and Fort Bliss Bowling Center would like to invite you to participate in Bliss’ Pay Day Activity. Entry fee is $5 for both locations. (Extra costs for cart, range balls, and golf club rental may occur at the Golf Course.)  A total of $1,000 in gift certificates will be given away as prices.

Dates and times are as follows:

  • May 16 at Bowling; 11:30 a.m.
  • June 13 at Golf; 1 p.m.
  • July 18 at Bowling; 11:30 a.m.
  • August 15 at Bowling; 11:30 a.m.
  • September 19 at Bowling; 11:30 a.m.
  • October 17 at Golf; 1 p.m.
  • November 14 at Bowling; 11:30 a.m.

Interested parties must sign up at the corresponding facility by Wednesday before the event. For more information contact the Golf Course at 562-1273; the Bowling Center, Bldg. 2949 at 568-6272/1685.

Car Buying and Insurance Class

Purchasing a car requires time and research. The Financial Readiness Program is offering a Car Buying & Insurance class Friday, May 16 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Army Community Service. You will leave with tips, resources and facts that will make you a smarter shopper when it comes to vehicles. To register call 568-7088.

Taste the World at the O'Club!

Please join the O'Club for Exciting Dining Options Including:

Unless otherwise noted, all Friday Dining Programs start at 6pm and cost $12.95 for Members/$14.95 for Non-Members.Call 568-7013 for Info and Reservations.

Freedom Camp 2008

Experience "a day in the life" of a Soldier at Freedom Camp 2008! This wonderful camp is planned for children ages 7 to 18, of Soldiers who are currently deployed, have returned from deployment within the last seven months, or will deploy within the next seven months.

For teens, ages 13-18, this is a three day overnight camp beginning at 8am, Thursday, June 19, and ending at 5pm, Saturday, June 21. Pre-teens, ages 7-12, will experience day camp activities on Friday, June 20, and Saturday, June 21 from 8am-5pm each day. Deadline to register is Friday, June 6.

Registration packets and instructions may be downloaded on www.blissmwr.com/freedomcamp/ or you may pick one up at CYS Central Registration. There is a $10 registration fee per family. A limited number of scholarships are available. Space is also limited, so register now! For more information, call 568-9306/569-7732.

Camp Counselors Needed!

If you are looking to spend some time this upcoming summer making a difference in a child’s life, this opportunity might be just for you!

Fort Bliss Freedom Camp is looking for youth ages 13 and older and adults that would like to volunteer their time this summer helping out at a fun and exciting camp! Freedom Camp will be held June 19-21 at Biggs Army Airfield. Camp Counselors must attend a mandatory training held June 17 from 5-7 p.m. at the Centennial Club, Biggs Army Airfield. All interested candidates must register through the Installation Volunteer Coordinator no later than May 30. If this sounds like you, contact the Installation Volunteer Coordinator at 568-1132 or tephanie.hopper1@us.army.mil. The volunteer package can be downloaded at http://www.blissmwr.com/freedomcamp/

Fort Bliss Youth Leadership Training

Do you have what it takes to be a leader? We want to hear from you. Fort Bliss Army Volunteer Corps and YESS will be hosting a leadership training for youth from grades 9-12 on June 12-13 at Balfour Beatty's Military Housing, 1991 Marshall Road (formerly known as GMH). The leadership training will be based on the Points of Lights Youth Leadership Institute, a nationwide curriculum which focuses on teambuilding, diversity, communication, leadership development, and community service. Applications can be retrieved from ACS, Bldg. 2494 Ricker Road or here. Deadline for submission is June 6. For questions or more information please contact the Fort Bliss Army Volunteer Coordinator at 568-1132.

Framing Classes

Learn from certified instructors how you can professionally frame you pictures, diplomas, or certificates. Framing Bliss offers Framing Classes every other Saturday from 8:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. However, special arrangements can be made for individual groups with four or more people. Cost is $30 per person and includes a picture, materials, and instructions. If you sign up as a couple or bring a friend, cost will be $25 per person.

Classes will be on the following dates:

  • May 17 (Fast Class on Framing for $15)
  • June 7
  • June 21
  • July 12
  • July 26
  • August 9
  • August 23
  • September 6
  • September 20

Interested patrons must sign-up two days prior class. In addition, after the instructional class patrons may use the facility to frame their own pictures. All tools and equipment are provided for a cost of $2.50 per hour plus additional cost for any materials used. Do-it-yourself hours are Thursdays from 2 to 6 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Certified framers are available during these times if help is needed.

Summer Reading Program

Join the Mickelsen Community Library’s Summer Reading Program, “Catch a Dragon by the Tale”, and untold adventures will await you!

Summer is the perfect time for children to nurture their imagination by learning to read for enjoyment. Children between the ages of 2 and 12 are eligible to hunt for dragons this summer. Parents are welcome to come and familiarize themselves with the post library and participate with their children in the program. Registration for the program begins May 17 and continues through July 19.  Everyone who registers will receive a coloring book filled with dragons, knights, and princesses.  Additionally, we will conduct a “Count the Dragon’s Jewels” contest throughout the summer with a prize for the participant who guesses closest to the actual number of dragons jewels.

Reading begins Tuesday, June 3 and continues through Saturday, August 2.  Each child will come to the library and check out the books he or she would like to read. They will take them home, and read them at their own pace.  When they return the books to the library, they will record the titles read on a reading record kept at the library.  Depending on the child’s age, they will earn a sticker to place on the reading record for every two to five books that have been read.

On August 9, there will be an awards ceremony and party for all the participants. Each child who participates in the reading program will receive a goody bag of surprises. Children who read at least 10 books will qualify for a certificate, and the top three readers in the four age groups will receive special prizes. So get ready for a summer full of fun and fantasy! Come to the Mickelsen Community Library in the basement of Wing E, Building 2 or call 568-6156 for more information.

Officers' Club Saturday Socials

Saturday Socials is a Cultural Enrichment Program for Officers’ Club Members and their guests and bring members together for an afternoon of sophistication, socializing and enlightenment, one Saturday every month. This program is comprised of talks and demonstrations by local experts in visual art, horticulture, wine, ballroom dance, sports and culinary art. Beverages and hors d’oeuvres will be served complimentary to all members.

Planned Saturday Socials are:

  • May 17, 3pm: Wine Tasting, featuring Star Canyon Winery.
  • June 21,3pm: Local Attractions and Secret Hot Spots
  • July 12, 2pm: Pastry Class
  • August 23, 3pm: Preparing your garden for Winter

Events are limited in size to the first 50 people, so please call 569-5715 to RSVP for any or all of these future events.

Kitt Kittredge-An American Girl Book Promotion

Mickelsen Library and Army MWR Team Up With American Girl Book Series.

From May 1-June 30, authorized Army MWR patrons ages 6-16 are invited to visit Mickelsen Library to check out the Kit Kittredge book display and to learn more about how they can win a $1,000 shopping spree at the nearest American Girl store location or a set of Kit Kittredge: An American Girl books. For more information visit the Mickelsen Library, Bldg. 2 or call 568-6156/1491.

El Paso Patriots Soccer Camp

CYS Youth Sports will be hosting a Summer Soccer Camp with the El Paso Patriots.  Camp will be held June 16-19 from 8am-12noon at the Youth Center located at Building 195 Chaffee Rd.  Camp is open to youths ages 5-15.  Cost is $20 and includes a free t-shirt and photo with members of the El Paso Patriots Soccer Team.

Register at any CYS building. For additional info call 915-568-5437.

Competitive Co-ed Volleyball

Registration for Volleyball, Youth ages 8-15, will continue thru June 6. Youth must be registered with Ft. Bliss CYS and have a current sports physical on file by June 13th. Cost is $30 for the 1st child and $25 for each additional child. Since this is a competitive league the 50% participation rule is not in effect. Parents, please note, you must attend sportsmanship class before your child is able to participate in the city league. The class fee will be $5 and the time a date of the class is yet to be determined. For more information call the youth sports department at 568-2671.

Competitive Co-ed Tackle Football Registration

Registration for age groups 8/9 and 10/11 will continue thru June 20 for the tackle football season. Youth must be registered with Ft. Bliss CYS and have a current sports physical on file by June 27. Cost is $60 for the 1st child and $55 for each additional child. Since this is a competitive league the 50% participation rule is not in effect. Parents, please note, you must attend sportsmanship class before your child is able to participate in the city league. The class fee will be $5 and the time a date of the class is yet to be determined. For more information call the youth sports department at 568-2671.

1st Annual Greg Foster Hero Sports Camp

Fort Bliss CYS presents the 1st Annual Greg Foster/Hero Sports Camp.  This basketball camp is open to children ages 8-14 and will be held June 23-26 from 8 am-12 noon at Stout Gym. The cost is only $25 and will cover all 4 days of camp. Greg Foster is a former basketball player for UTEP and was also a member of the 2001 Los Angeles Lakers NBA Championship Team. Camp is limited to the first 120 kids and will feature an autograph session with Greg Foster and friends. Register at any Child & Youth Service Building For additional information call 568-2617.

New Hours for Super Awesome Saturdays at Logan SAS

"Super Awesome Saturday's" at Logan SAS has changed their hours of operation as of May 3. New hours will be from 3 to 10 p.m. During our summer full-day camp months of June, July & August, we will limit our Saturday openings to pay-day weekends:

  • 14 June
  • 19 July 
  • 2 August 
  • 16 August

This FREE Saturday program includes a nutritious dinner and evening snack; is open to CYS registered school-age children with an active SAS pass and requires reservations to hold down costs associated with staffing. Community Service and long-term projects will be the focus in programming, however, many other choices and more field trips will be offered to engage and explore children's interests during the new opening hours.

Call 569-5779 or 568-7187 for SAS reservations. Reservations are required as there will be no guaranteed space without a reservation. For more information on SAS programs contact the SAS Coordinator at 568-0834.

Ft. Bliss Softball League

Softball leagues will begin the week of May 27. The pre-season clinic will take place May 21, at 6 p.m. at the Omar Bradley Softball Complex. Teams interested in playing should have their letter of intent to their Sports Coordinator no later than May 21. The league is open to unit teams consisting of Active Duty Soldiers assigned to Ft. Bliss. For more information contact Joe Fedak at 568-5995 or joseph.fedak@us.army.mil .

Debt Managment Class

Are you out to your eyeballs in debt? Do you find yourself paying more in fees than the original balance? Come to our class and learn how to minimize your debt. You will leave with a strategy on how to turn your financial situation around. Class is Wednesday, May 21 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Army Community Service. To register call 568-7088.

POV Lemon Lot Construction

The POV Lot at the corner of Marshall and Cassidy will be re-striped on Thursday, May 22. If you have a vehicle parked inside the lot, please move it by 5 p.m. on May 21. You may park your vehicle outside the lot against the barriers; lot will reopen at 5 p.m. on May 22 and vehicles should be moved back inside. The POV lot is being expanded to accommodate more customers. For more information call 568-7506/569-5846.

Officers' Club Advisory Meeting

The next Officers' Club Advisory Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 28 at 3 p.m. at the Officers' Club. Everyone is invited to come and share ideas on ways to improve the Club or just events you might want to see at the Club. Complimentary snacks are offered. For more information call 568-7013.

Framing Bliss Closed

Framing Bliss will be closed Wednesday and Thursday, May 28 and 29 for maintenance.

BOSS Golf Outing

On May 30, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., BOSS will host a golf outing at the Underwood Golf Complex. Shot gun start at 8:30 a.m. Four person teams. $60 per team/$15 per person. Teams will only be Military Personnel (Active, Reserves, National Guard, and Retired Soldiers). Limit of 18 teams. Price includes Green Fees, 1 bucket of balls for the driving range and lunch. For more information contact your BOSS representative or call 568-6556 or email  BOSS2@conus.army.mil

Golf Club Fitting

The Underwood V. Golf Club will feature the Ping Club Fitting Van on Saturday, May 31 to determine the right club for you. Service is free, but you need to call the Golf Pro Shop at 562-2066/1273 to schedule a fitting.

Volksmarch

To inaugurate the superb walking trail that was installed this past fall in and around the Sheridan/Pershing Road parade fields and the Old Fort Bliss Education Center, MWR will host a Volksmarch on Saturday May 31. Everyone is welcome! Participants will choose their pace and walk 5 or 10 kilometers (3/6.2 miles) on the new path. MWR will offer a medal as an incentive award and souvenir of the event. Since this Volksmarch will be an AVA sanctioned event, distances and event participation can be recorded in the IVV record books. At the walk there will be check points along the route where you can get water and rest. A small fee will be required in order to receive the incentive award. Start time will begin from 8-11 a.m. and the start and stop point will be at the Officers Club parking lot where beverages and food will be available for purchase. Keep checking back for more information!

Download the registration form.

Hebrew National Hot Dogs are back!

The Bowling Center offers special pricing on Hebrew National Hot Dogs and Combos through July 31.

  • Hebrew 1/2 lbs - $2.45
  • $4.00 Combo #1 - Hebrew 1/2, Chips , 16oz Fountain Drink 3.
  • $4.45 Combo #2 - Hebrew 1/2, reg fries, 16oz Fountain Drink 4.
  • $4.75 Combo #3 Hebrew 1/2 with Chili/onion, chips or fries, 16oz Fountain Drink

Guests may fill out a frequency meal card and can enter in a sweepstakes drawing. Prices include a N.Y. Yankees Trip; recliners; 36 inch High Definition LCD Flat Screen TV; and much more. For more information call 568-6272 or come by the Bowling Center, Bldg. 2949

Waiting Families of Fort Bliss

The Fort Bliss Waiting Families is a proactive program designed to assist families who are geographically separated from the military sponsor due to mobilization/deployment, TDY or PCS/Relocation. The focus of this group is to build friendships and ease the stress and demands on the family during times of separation. The Waiting Families Group also serves as a liaison between military and civilian agencies to ensure assistance is provided for family members.

FREE Bowling and Pizza at the Fort Bliss Bowling Alley for all registered Waiting Families on the following dates from 6 to 9 p.m.:

  • 10 May
  • 14 June
  • 12 July
  • 9 August
  • 13 September
  • 11 October
  • 8 November
  • 13 December 

FREE Monthly Dinners for all registered Waiting Families from 6 to 8 p.m.

  • 25 April
  • 30 May
  • 27 June
  • 25 July
  • 29 August
  • 26 September
  • 24 October
  • 28 November
  • 19 December

To register, sign-up for the dinners, or to learn more about our Waiting Families please call Cher Poehlein at Army Community Service at 568-1132/7088.

Discounts for Families of Deployed Soldiers

The Fort Bliss Bowling Center and George V, Underwood Golf Complex are offering special discounts on services. The Bowling Center is offering a $1 discount on up to three games of bowling in one day. This discount is available Wednesday and Thursday. The Underwood Golf Complex is offering a $10 discount on daily green fees and lessons. This is also available on Wednesday and Thursday. For more information, contact the Bowling Center at 568-6272/1685 and the Golf Complex at 562-206 or 568-1273.

Wounded Warrior Program Discounts

MWR would like to remind individuals with a "Wounded Warrior Card" that they are entitled to the following discounts:

  • Free games of bowling and free shoe rental at Fort Bliss Bowling Center.
  • Free club rental, free cart rental and free green fees at George V. Underwood Golf Complex.
  • Free usage of MWR Park facilities.
  • Free equipment rental at MWR Park facilities.

For more information, contact the Bowling Center at 568-6272/1685 and the Golf Complex at 562-206 or 568-1273.

Excess Furniture Sale

The Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (DFMWR) at Fort Bliss is selling excess furniture until all excess property is sold. Available items include: tables, chairs, barstools, bar chairs, restaurant furniture, TVs, bed frames, sofas, cabinets, light fixtures, refrigerators and much more.

Interested individuals should call 568-3779 or 568-4501 to make an appointment to look at available items. Hours are Monday through Friday 8 to11 a.m. at Bldg. 643 (located on Taylor Road).

All transactions will be on a Cash or Credit Card basis (VISA AND MASTERCARD) and all items will be sold “AS IS”. There will not be exchanges or refunds available. Off-post visitors must present valid drivers license, vehicle registration and insurance to get a day pass from the pass office.

Jr. Enlisted Nights at the Centennial

Every Thursday from 8 p.m.-1 a.m. and Friday from 8 p.m.-2 a.m. is Jr. Enlisted Night at the Centennial's Club Metro! There is no cover charge for Active Duty Military Personnel and a $3 cover for all others. There will be snacks available and a pay-as-you-go bar. Stop by and enjoy music, music videos, pool tables, no-stakes poker and video games such as Call of Duty 4, Halo 3, Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2, Rock Band, Guitar Hero, and more games on Wii. For more information, call 562-5969.

Free Tai Chi and Yoga

Join in some stress reduction, management and relaxation classes while gaining balance, agility and more thru Army Community Services' FREE  Yoga classes. The class will be offered every Tuesday from 12-1 p.m. and child care will be paid for all who are registered with the Child Development Center. Tai Chi is offered every Friday at Stout Gym starting at 11:30. For more information call ACS at 568-1132 or Stout Gym at 568-3826/6458. Please dress in comfortable, loose clothing to allow for easier movement; water bottle recommended.

Free use of Replica Aquatic Center

Replica Aquatic Center hours are: Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Open swim is available daily from 1 p.m. until closing. The pool offers a variety of swim classes as well as private sessions. Patrons, including Active Duty, family members, DA civilians, and NAF employees may swim and participate in water aerobics for FREE. Guests are $2 per person. For more information, the Replica Aquatic Center at 568-7431.

Adult Swimming Classes

The Replica Pool offers on-going adult swimming classes on Monday and Wednesday from 6 to 6:45 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Cost is $25 for 8 lessons. For more information call 568-7431/5380.

Fort Bliss USCs Now Assisting Units with ACS Training Coordination

The Unit Service Coordinator (USC) program at ACS has been implemented to assist commanders and rear-detachment commanders with meeting the needs of their Soldiers and Family members. The USC for each unit will serve as the unit's single point of contact to coordinate ACS services/trainings and ensure command teams get what assistance they need from ACS. USCs coordinate ACS briefers to present trainings (Unit coordinates location, equipment, and childcare, if needed), contact commanders on a monthly basis to offer support, attend commander's staff meetings on a regular basis to provide updated ACS information, to be determined by commander, and provide ACS overview briefs to units and FRGs. For more information or to get in contact with your unit's USC, please call ACS at 568-1132.

Brass Bartending is Back!

The Fort Bliss Officers' Club would like to invite you and your unit/battalion/brigade to have a Brass Bartending event. Brass Bartending is a fun and creative way to raise funds for you unit. Unit, Brigade or Battalion Commanders assist in tending the bar in exchange for tips to go to towards their unit fund. The following Friday dates are available: May 16, May 23 and May 30. To sign-up please call 569-5715 or stop by the O'Club, Bldg. 250.

Lifeguard Training 31.15

This training teaches lifeguard candidates the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies as a Professional Lifeguard. Certification includes CPR/AED for the professional rescuer, lifeguard training and 1st Aid. Optional training is available for Bloodborne Pathogens, Oxygen Administration, and as a Shallow Water Guard. Participants must be at least 15 years old and must demonstrate specific swimming and strength capabilities. The next classe is:

  • Section 1019: June 03-June 6; 8am-6pm, Tue-Fri

Cost is $125, paid to the Red Cross and an additional $40 for a pool fee. Interested individuals must register at the Red Cross, 3620 Admiral Street, 592-0208. (*Additional courses are available through UTEP's Continuing Education Department. You can reach them at 747-5142 for course dates and registration.)

Call the Replica Aquatic Center at 568-7431/5380 for more information and prerequisites.

It's Bunco Time

You are invited to the Officers' Club on Friday, June 6 to indulge yourselves in an evening of fun, food, friendly chatter and BUNCO! Bunco, an easy to learn and entertaining dice game, will start at 6:30pm, following a social & dinner hour starting at 5:30. Come roll your dice and pay the price they show (max. $10). Snacks are included in this night of fun. Prizes will be given out for the most Win's, the most Bunco's and the most Losses. Reservations are not required, it will be a first come, first served basis. Participants must be 18 or older and all players will be entered into a National Grand Prize drawing for a $4000 Spa Package. For more information call 588-8247.

Main CDC will remain open late if there is a need. However, you need to call CDC Main at 568-5689 for reservations and your child/children have to be registered with Ft. Bliss CYS. 

Army's Birthday Celebration

Free Dessert at Clubs!

On Friday, June 13 MWR will celebrate the Army’s 233rd birthday. Complete your lunch with a complementary dessert at the Officers’ Club or Centennial. Both facilities offer daily lunch specials, a sandwich and hot line from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For a complete list of menu selections visit www.blissmwr.com/lunch/ or stop by the facility.

Speed Dating!

Due to popular demand, Speed Dating is back! The event will be held at the Centennial on June 13, July 11 and August 8 starting at 7 p.m. There is a $5 entry fee and registration is from 6:15 to 6:45 p.m. the day of the event. Arrive early as space is limited to the first 25 females/males. Participants will rotate tables every 3 min. and be given a card to keep track of their dates' information. The exchange of personal information will be completely voluntary. All off post guests should enter, with current car insurance and registration, through Biggs Gate to obtain a gate pass. Those who participate in Speed Dating will have their cover charge waived for Junior Enlisted Night. For more information, call 568-6741.

Fathers Day Brunch

On June 15, from 10am-1pm, Honor your Dad and treat him to a special culinary experience. Both the Officers’ Club and Centennial will feature a delightful Sunday Brunch to include breakfast items such as crêpes and ready-to order omelets. A carving station, an array of side dishes, and luscious desserts will make this a perfect feast.

The cost at the O’Club is $14.95 for members, $16.95 for nonmembers, half price for children 7-11, and free for children 6 years and under. Reservations are highly recommended.

Cost at the Centennial is $15.95 for adults, half price for children 7-11 years and children 6 and under are free. Reservations for both events are highly recommended!

Please call 562-5969 for the Centennial and 568-7013 for the O’Club.

Fathers' Day Sale

Framing Bliss will be offering 10% off all signed sports memorabilia! Players currently available are Tony Romo, Marion Barber, Bret Favre, Eli & Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Ben Roethlisberger, Hines Ward, Ray Lewis, Chad Johnson, Larry Johnson, Reggie Bush and many more. In stock items are available until while supplies last. Framing Bliss is also able to order items from NFL, NBA, NHL, MBL, and NASCAR. Special orders can be made; however, it may take at least 10 days for delivery.

Golf Demo Day

The Underwood V. Golf Club would like to invite you to their annual Golf Demo Day on Sunday, June 22 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Vendors from Ping, Callaway Golf, Titleist/Cobra, Nike Golf, Taylormade and many more will be present. Jumping Balloons and refreshments will be available. For additional information call 562-2066/1273.

Wii Warrior Challenge

From June 23-28, MWR will host a six night Wii competition to include challenges in each of the five Wii Sports. Four players from each night will move on to play against each other in the finals on June 28. The overall winner will recieve a Nintendo Wii console prize package.

Tournament Rules

The tournament will be at the Centennial Club, from June 23-28 starting at 6pm.

Online registration is now open.

Please call 588-8247 for more information.

Art, Wine & Dinner Pairing

Do you enjoy a true culinary experience? Then mark your calendar for Friday, July 18, as the Officers’ Club features their well renowned Wine & Dinner Pairing Night. The dinner starts at 7 pm. Each course of a sophisticated meal will be paired with the corresponding wine to enhance the nuances, flavors and unique characteristics of both the food and the wine. Artwork by local artists will be featured at this event and will be used as the inspiration for table décor.

Prices are $30 per person for members and $35 per person for non-members. Please call the Officers’ Club at 568-7013 to reserve your table or for further information.

Stress Management Reduction Class

Fort Bliss Family Advocacy Program (FAP) will host 8 hour stress management reduction classes on July 29, August 5 and September 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Active duty Soldiers, Family members and Civilian employees are invited to attend. There is no cost for class. The A.M. session is learning about stress, causes of stress and coping skills along with creative relaxation techniques. The class participants are invited to participate in the Yoga class which is held from noon to 1 p.m. Bring a sack lunch and yoga mat. The P.M. session will be hands on 15 minute Stress Out Program.

Civilian/NAF employees must submit an approved DD1556 through CPAC. Both the A.M. & P.M. sessions must be attended to receive training credit. For more information contact Norricia Speights at 568-1132 or visiting Army Community Service, Bldg. 2494. Registration is required.

2008 Soldier Show

The 2008 U. S. Army Soldier Show Rolls into town on August 15 at 7 p.m. and August 16 at 2 p.m. at the Abraham Chavez Theatre in Downtown El Paso. The high-energy 90-minute live musical review showcases the talents of active duty Soldiers who are selected by audition from throughout the Army. They are amateur artists who have a passion for music, dance and performing. They come from infantry, transportation, military police, medical, intelligence, aviation, signal and other tactical units. The show is assembled in six weeks and tours for 6 1/2 months.

This year, Soldier Show is especially exciting, as Fort Bliss’ 2007 Operation Rising Star winner SFC Dendre Wright will grace the stage with the Soldier Show cast! Information on tickets will be available later this summer.

Martini & A Manicure

Do you need to relax after a hard week’s work and want to kick-off the weekend in style? MWR is proud to present another well renowned “Martini & Manicure”. Starting at 5 p.m. on Friday, August 22 you can sip on one Martini at the O’Club while enjoying one professional manicure. Cost is $10. Call 568-7010 for more information.

2008 MWR Military Long Drive Championship

On August 22 at 4:30 p.m., the George V. Underwood Golf Complex will host the MWR Long Drive Championship presented by 7UP. This event is one-day and is an official Long Drivers of America (LDA) qualifier. Cost: $10 per try. Local Installation Prizes: 1st Place: $300 Pro Shop Gift Certificate & Adams 460cc Red Line Driver, 2nd Place: $150 Pro Shop Gift Certificate, 3rd Place: $ 50 Pro Shop Gift Certificate. The top long drive competitor at each of the (5) geographical zones who records the longest drive, will win an all expense paid trip to compete in the military division at the Long Drive Championship in Mesquite NV. Airfare, ground transportation, lodging, tickets to the entire event and additional rounds of golf at world renown courses are included.

The Active Duty Service Member who hits the longest qualified drive during the Military Division of the 7UP Long Drive Championship will win $10,000 and be featured on the ESPN coverage of the event. Only Active Duty service members, Reserve and National Guard both active and inactive are eligible to compete. Women who enter the competition will be spotted 65 additional yards on their qualified drives. Keep checking www.blissmwr.com for Official rules and registration forms. For more information call 562-1273.

Army Family Covenant Discounts in CYS

Effective 10 Dec 07 (Formerly GWOT Discounts)

For family members of deployed sponsors (considered Mission Level 1) serving in a war zone or in support of the Global War on Terrorism, you can receive the following discounts (IMCOM EXORD 08-002 - 15 NOV 07, Subject: Operationalizing the Army Family Covenant):

  • Free child care for mandatory deployment briefing and special openings related to GWOT this does not count against 16 hours of free child care.
  • Free child care during FRG meetings this does not count against 16 hours of free child care.
  • 16 hours a month of free child care per child 30 days before deployment thru 60 days after deployment
  • Cost of hourly care will be $2.00 per hour per child.
  • 20% reduction in the cost of full/part time care and camps.
  • SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free while soldier is deployed, up to 8 classes per child per year.
  • Waive fees for 2 sports enrollments per year.

For family members of sponsors who are on an unaccompanied PCS, a TCS or a TDY for 90-179 days (considered Mission Level 2), you can receive the following discounts (IMCOM EXORD 08-002 - 15 NOV 07, Subject: Operationalizing the Army Family Covenant):

  • Free child care for mandatory deployment briefing and special openings related to GWOT this does not count against 16 hours of free child care.
  • Free child care during FRG meetings this does not count against 16 hours of free child care.
  • 16 hours a month of free child care during designated eligible period (length of time sponsor is PCS, TCS or TDY)
  • Cost of hourly care will be $2.00 per hour per child.
  • SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free while soldier is deployed, up to 4 classes per child per year.
  • Waive fees for 1 sports enrollment per year.

For family members of sponsors who are part of the Rear Detachment (as identified on Rear D/Personnel Availability Report) (considered Mission Level 3), you can receive the following discounts (IMCOM EXORD 08-002 - 15 NOV 07, Subject: Operationalizing the Army Family Covenant):

  • Free child care for mandatory deployment briefing and special openings related to GWOT this does not count against 5 hours of free child care.
  • Free child care during FRG meetings this does not count against 5 hours of free child care.
  • 5 hours a month of free child care during support of designated mission
  • Cost of hourly care will be $2.00 per hour per child.
  • SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free while soldier is deployed, up to 4 classes per child per year.
  • Waive fees for 1 sports enrollment per year.

Copy of soldier's orders for Mission Level 1, 2 and 3 must be given to Central Enrollment and Registration (CER), Bldg 1743, to establish eligibility.

Family members of Wounded Warriors will receive the following (IMCOM EXORD 08-002 - 15 NOV 07, Subject: Operationalizing the Army Family Covenant):

  • Free child care for mandatory deployment briefing and special openings related to GWOT this does not count against 16 hours of free child care.
  • Free child care during FRG meetings this does not count against 16 hours of free child care.
  • 16 hours a month of free child care during designated eligible period (length of time sponsor is AW2 or WT)
  • Hourly care fees reduced to $2.00.
  • Unlimited free hourly care for medical appointments (medical appointment slip must be provided).
  • Category 1 fees for children/youth enrolled in regularly scheduled full/part day programs.
  • SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free up to 8 per child per year.
  • 2 free team sports per year.

Present Wounded Warrior card to CER, Bldg 1743 to enroll for benefits.

Family members of Fallen Warriors will receive the following (IMCOM EXORD 08-002 - 15 NOV 07, Subject: Operationalizing the Army Family Covenant):

  • 16 hours a month of free child care during designated eligible period
  • Hourly care fees reduced to $2.00.
  • 40 hours for bereavement respite child care from the time of notification continuing for 4 weeks after burial.
  • Category 1 fees for children/youth enrolled in regularly scheduled full/part day programs.
  • SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free up to 8 per child per year.
  • 2 free team sports per year.

Provide appropriate supporting documentation to CER in Bldg 1743.

All patrons eligible to use Army Child and Youth Services will receive registration and re-registration at no cost. All CYS patrons will receive free hourly care to attend Memorial Services for Fallen Warriors.

Parenting Classes

All classes are held at ACS, Bld. 2494

Early childhood Classes

1-3 p.m. *6 weeks course, 2 hours every week

  • July 7
  • October 6

School Age/Teen Classes

1-3 p.m. *6 weeks course, 2 hours every week

  • July 2
  • October 1

Healthy Kids Classes

Parents of children ages 0-6 year olds learn about nutrition, safety, and car seat safety.

1-3 p.m. *2 weeks course, 2 hours per week

  • May 14
  • August 14
  • November 12

Baby Care 101

1-3 p.m.

  • July 11
  • September 5
  • November 7

Expectant Sibling Class

Children ages 3 to 8 years old learn how to hold, feed and play with a new baby.

  • May 14- 6-7:30 p.m.
  • July 16- 1-3 p.m.
  • October 7- 6-7:30 p.m.

Playgroup

Ages 18 months to 4 years
The group meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon. Please call 568-4878 since locations vary.

Free child care is available for Parenting and Healthy Kids Classes. (Children must be registered with CYS and reservations must be made prior classes. Voucher for child care will be given after each class.)

Yellow Ribbon Room

The Yellow Ribbon Room is a facility that will support the Waiting Family Members of Fort Bliss. It is equipped with ten Internet computers, with cameras and DVD recorders to make DVDs to send to our Soldiers. Also accommodated are two gaming areas, three TVs, a play area for children, a writing & reading area, and a wide variety of support information for families. For more information call ACS at 568-6291.

Consumer Complaint?

You have a voice and we want to hear it! If you have had an unpleasant experience with an area business that you would like to report, please come by ACS, Bldg. 2494, or call 568-7088 to schedule an appointment.

Blue Pin Special is Back!

The Bowling Center will be offering a free game coupon for those patrons that throw a strike when the blue pin is in the head pin or (1) pin position. The front desk must be notified of the blue pin shot before the actual delivery is made. If a strike is earned, a free game coupon will be issued for use during a future visit to the bowling center. Free games can not be combined with other offers.

Free Water Aerobics Classes

Do you need to spice up your work-out routine? The Replica Aquatic Center is offering FREE Water Aerobics classes on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 to 9 a.m. For more information call 568-7431.

Bowling Lunch Special

Any authorized patron purchasing a "Lunch Special" at the Bowling Center will be able to bowl 1 free game during the same day visit. The offer is good only between 11 a.m. thru 2 p.m., Tuesdays thru Fridays. Patron must present receipt to front desk for free game Coupon. Free games can not be combined with other offers. Call the Bowling Center at 568-6272 for more information.

All You Can Bowl

The Fort Bliss Bowling Center offers All-You-Can-Bowl for $6 per person, excluding shoe rental, every Sunday from 3 to 6 p.m. Call the Fort Bliss Bowling Center at 568-6272 or stop by Bldg. 2949.

Tennis Lessons

Tennis lessons for adults are now available every Monday for beginners and Wednesday for intermediate from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Fort Bliss Tennis Club & Fitness Zone. To sign up and more information, call Robert Jack at 539-0300 or the Tennis Center at 569-5448.

Lending Closet

The loan closet is stocked with household items to use before household goods arrive or after you have packed out for your new assignment. Items may be borrowed for 30 days. ID cards and a copy or your PCS orders are required. For information, call 568-1132.