NAF Property Sale held May 1 and 2...back to top
A NAF Property Sale is May 1 and 2 in the Recycle Complex, Building 3328. On May 1, the sale is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for active duty military and immediate family only. May 2, the sale is open from 10 a.m. to noon for active duty and retired military; and from noon to 2 p.m., the sale is open to the public. The sale is cash or check and carry. For more information, call 442-6481.

First Friday hosted by Marine Detachment May 2...back to top
First Fridays at the Backbone Lounge will be held Friday, May 2. Doors open at 4 p.m. This month's First Friday will be sponsored by the Marine Detachment although the event is open to everyone. The free event offers Wii, darts, pool, food, drink specials and cigar tasting. Free sodas are available for designated drivers. Free on-post cab service is available. For more information, call 442-1005.

Community Dinner slated May 2 at Patriot Club...back to top
The Community Membership Dinner, May 2, at the Patriot Club will feature beef lasagna, stuffed chicken breast, red skin mashed potatoes, broccoli spears with butter sauce, fresh green salad and berries with vanilla ice cream. RSVP to mwrm.sill@conus.army.mil or call 442-4120. The dinner is free to club members. Cocktails are at 5 p.m. and dinner is at 6 p.m. Meal price for non-members is $15; and children 12 and under cost $7.

Permits still on sale now for May 3 Garage Sale...back to top
Permits are on sale now for the May 3 spring post-wide Garage Sale. The Garage Sale is held on the hard stand south of the Fort Sill Federal Credit Union parking lot and in front of on-post quarters. Stop by the Outdoor Equipment Checkout Center in the RecPlex, 2502 Sheridan Road, or in Building 4700 and pick up your permit. Permits cost $15 for space in the hardstand lot south of the Fort Sill Federal Credit Union. For those living in on-post quarters, permits cost $8. All sellers must have a permit to sell used items at the sale. For information, call 442-9480.

Tour of the Wichitas slated for May 3...back to top
Make plans to take the family on a bicycle ride through the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, Meers and an historic tour of Fort Sill with the Tour of the Wichitas, May 3 beginning at 8 a.m. The tour is a combined effort of Morale Welfare and Recreation and the Friends of the Trail. Choose a 40-mile, 50-mile, or 60-mile ride. Packets may be picked up between 7 and 8 a.m. at the Museum of the Great Plains, 6th and Ferris, in Lawton.

Freedom’s Thunder Motorcycle Safety Rally is May 9...back to top
The Freedom’s Thunder Motorcycle Safety Rally is May 9 at the Fort Sill Polo Field. The rally focuses on reinforcing adherence to Fort Sill motorcycle safety rules and regulations and awareness by citizens of the surrounding communities. Registration begins at 7 a.m. A safety briefing begins the event and motorcyclists will ride through Lawton and the surrounding area, ending up back on the Polo Field for a catered lunch. Register online here.

BOSS Talent Show slated for May 9 at Snow Hall Kerwin Auditorium...back to top
The Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers program is hosting the BOSS Talent Show May 9 at 6 p.m. in the Snow Hall Kerwin Auditorium. Anyone who has a talent they would like to showcase should sign up to perform in the show by May 2 at the BOSS office located in the RecPlex, 2502 Sheridan Road. All authorized MWR patrons can participate in the Talent Show. For more information, call the BOSS Office at 442-6346.

75th Diamond Brigade Run slated for May 10...back to top
Runners can sign up now for the 10K 75th Diamond Brigade Run, which begins with a cannon shot May 10 at 8 a.m. in from of the New Post Chapel on Fort Sill Boulevard. The 5 or 10K run for individuals and units includes a new category for wheelchairs and amputees. Click here for the registration form. T-shirt sales and registration are also available at the post PX from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Runners may also register in person at the Sports office in the RecPlex, 2502 Sheridan Road. Sponsors are: Monster, KLAW, FSNB, USAA, Michelob Ultra, ReMax Professionals, and Raulston Furniture.

Nye Library hosts Mother-Daughter Tea Party, movie, May 10...back to top
Nye Library will host a Mother-Daughter Tea Party Open House May 10 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the Children's Patio. The event is free and light refreshments will be served. Daughters can make a craft just in time for Mother's Day. Dress in your Sunday best. RSVP by calling 442-3806 or 442-2048. The library will also have a free movie, Charlotte’s Web, May 10 at 1 p.m. The movie is open to all authorized MWR patrons and free popcorn will be available.

Twin Oaks offers Mother’s Day bowling specials May 11...back to top
Show Mom how special she is by taking her bowling on Mother’s Day at Twin Oaks Bowling Center May 11. Moms bowl for $1 per game and kids always bowl for $1.50. Regular Sunday price of $2.75 applies to all other adults. For more information, call 442-2882.

Bunco Time offered May 13 at Patriot Club...back to top
Army Community Service offers Bunco Time dice game at the Patriot Club May 13 and June 10 from 6 to 10 p.m. Admission is free and the game is open to all eligible patrons. Free childcare will be provided at Tincher Child Development Services if the child is registered with CYS. Call to reserve a seat at the Bunco table or just show up. A special drawing will be held for advance registrations. Participants must be 18 or older. For more information, see your FRG or call ACS at 442-4916.

Intramural Softball sign-up underway at RecPlex...back to top
The Post Intramural Softball starts May 13. The coach’s meeting is May 8 at 6 p.m. at the RecPlex. For more information, call 442-5623.

Family Wellness Seminar slated May 16...back to top
The ACS Family Advocacy program will host the quarterly Family Wellness Seminar May 16 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Snow Hall. The seminar is free and participant's can choose from classes in four different tracks including topics on personal growth, marriage, parenting, and coping with Army life. Childcare is available by reservation only by May 2. For information, call 442-5018.

Rumology class, Wives’ Night Out offered May 16 at Patriot Club...back to top
Wives' Night Out with Rumology 101 will be held downstairs in the Backbone Lounge at the Patriot Club on Friday, May 16 at 5 p.m. A $10 fee includes 10 different drinks with rum in them to taste and learn about. Snacks will be available. For more information, call 442-1005.

Budweiser Clydesdales to appear at Patriot Club May 16...back to top
The world famous Budweiser Clydesdales, the symbol of quality and tradition for Anheuser-Busch since 1933, are scheduled to make an appearance at the Patriot Club May 16 from noon to 2 p.m. during the Armed Forces Day Luncheon. The luncheon is open to the public and tickets are on sale at the club.

Free Boxercise class offered at Goldner...back to top
A new Boxercise workout class begins May 20 at Goldner Fitness Center. The classes are at 6 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. The class combines cardio, strength and toning into boxing routines. The class is a great all-over workout.

Tickets for July 4 concert go on sale May 22...back to top
Army Family and MWR and Fort Sill present the 2008 Army Concert Tour starring Lynyrd Skynyrd with special guests the Randy Rogers Band and the Bobby Dale Band at the Fort Sill Polo Field. Advance tickets for the July 4 concert are $28 and available at EZGO stores; Adventure Travel locations; Corral West Ranchwear; and Crutcher’s for the West in Lawton and Duncan. Buy your ticket between May 22 and 26 at EZGO or Adventure Travel locations and get $3 off the regular ticket price of $28. Ticket price at the gate is $33. The concert will end in a spectacular fireworks display to celebrate Independence Day. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. The 2008 Army Concert tour is co-sponsored by Chase and Bud Light with local support provided by Home Depot, KSWO-TV7, and Gap Broadcasting. Call 250-4040 for ticket information.

Movies in the Park slated for May 23, Academic Heights...back to top
MWR takes the latest movies to post neighborhoods with a large 20-foot movie screen. The traveling movie screen will be set up May 23 at 6:30 p.m. in Academic Heights. The movie starts when it gets dark. The May movie is Ratatouille. BOSS will sell popcorn, cold sodas and other goodies to benefit the single Soldiers’ fund. Each area will be sprayed in advance for bugs.

Post pools open May 24, recreation swimming free this summer...back to top
Post outdoor pools open May 24 to MWR patrons for the season. Recreational swimming is free this year – thanks to the Army Family Covenant. Quinette pool, located next to the Patriot Club, hours are Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 8 p.m. Geronimo pool, behind the CAC, operates Friday through Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m. For information, call Sports and Recreation at 442-6200.

New Water Spray Park opens after Memorial Day Weekend for tots, tweens...back to top
A new water spray park will open with a ceremony after the Memorial Day weekend. The spray park, at the intersection of Fort Sill Blvd. and King Road and across the street from the new Boundless Playground, will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. For more information, call 442-6200.

LETRA swimming to open May 24...back to top
The summer season for Lake Elmer Thomas Recreation Area opens May 24 to May 26 with the Summer Season Kickoff Weekend. The Lodge snack bar is available Friday through Sunday and holidays, and the country store is available Wednesday through Sunday and holidays throughout the summer season. The slide, beach with lifeguards, watercraft rentals, mini-golf, the lodge snack bar and country store are available on weekends throughout the summer season. LETRA gate fee for military is $5 per car; and for civilians the cost is $6 per car. Season passes go on sale May 19 for a one-time cost of $20 per car for military and $25 for civilians for the first pass. Additional car passes may be purchased at half price thereafter. For the LETRA summer season, the water slide will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The beach with lifeguards will be open Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For information on LETRA, call 442-5854.

Annual Member/Guest Golf Tourney slated for May 24-26...back to top
The 31st Annual Member/Guest Golf Tournament will be held May 24, 25, and 26 at the Fort Sill Golf Course. It is a 54-hole, two-man amateur tournament. Sign up at the Pro Shop no later than May 16. Entry fee is $200. Prizes will be awarded for gross and net in each flight. For more information, call 442-5441.

MWR Teen Job Fair, Employment Workshop slated for May 28...back to top
The MWR Teen Job Fair and Employment Workshop is 9 to 11:30 a.m., May 28 in Room 216 of Bldg. 4700. The event is targeted to 14- to 18-year-olds, who will find out more about topics including: MWR Jobs and How to Apply; “The Knock ‘em Dead Interview”; “What Does My Employer Expect?,” tips for winning over your employer; Volunteer Opportunities; and Starting Your Own Business, ideas for the young entrepreneur. Registration is required. To register, call Kate Al-Azzawi at 442-4681.

Nye Library offers display on Kit Kittredge, An American Girl May 1 – June 30...back to top
From May 1 through June 30, authorized Army MWR patrons ages 6-16 are invited to visit Nye Library to check out the Kit Kittredge book display and to learn how they can win the trip or a set of "Kit Kittredge An American Girl" books. You can also enter the online sweepstakes and get a sneak peak at the movie at www.ArmyMWR.com and learn how to win a grand prize trip and $1000 shopping spree to the nearest American Girl store.

Rinehart Fitness Center remodeling underway, pool remains open...back to top
The Rinehart Fitness Center is undergoing a renovation which began in April but the indoor pool will remain open until May 24 to ensure continuous swimming on post. The Rinehart Fitness Center will reopen in mid-November.

Army Family Team Building Classes Level II, III, Instructor classes offered...back to top
Level II classes for Army Family Team Building will be offered May 3, 7 and 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. AFTB Level III classes are May 14, 21 and 28 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Evening classes for Level I are slated from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 6. Classes are free, and childcare is available for weekday classes by reservation. The AFTB Instructor Course is June 16 through 18 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. All classes are at the AFTB Building, 2719 Bragg Road. For more information, call Mitzie Klozotsky at 442-2039.

Fan-tastic Summer hot dog specials offered at post restaurants...back to top
Eat to win at the Strike Zone or Mulligan’s restaurants before July 31. Participate in the "Fan-tastic Summer" promotion, sponsored by Hebrew National, and win great prizes. Patrons who buy six hot dogs receive one free. Patrons can redeem their frequency card and have their name entered into a sweepstakes drawing for a chance to win the grand prize of a trip for four to see the New York Yankees in New York City. The trip includes four tickets behind home plate, airfare, lodging and $2,500 in spending money. Other prizes include his and hers customized Dream-Seat Leather Recliners featuring the winner's favorite team, a 36 inch flat screen television, a digital high-definition sports camcorder with 10X zoom, and a $150 gift card to the Major League Baseball online store.

Registration underway for free Operation Green Summer day camp...back to top
Child and Youth Services are now taking registration for the free Operation Green summer camp June 22 through 27. There is space available for 225 children ages 6 to 18 years old. Children will participate in activities including: a day at LETRA; golfing; bowling; Fort Sill Ropes Course; field trips and games. Any child of a Soldier or DoD civilian that is within 30 days of deployment, currently deployed or has returned within the last 60 days of deployment in support of the global war on terrorism will have priority consideration. Please provide a copy of the deployment orders with the application. All other MWR eligible patrons will be considered based on availability and by the date of their application. For more information, call 442-3927.

Adventure Travel offers discount tickets to amusement parks, sporting events...back to top
You will find big savings at Adventure Travel on tickets to many amusement parks in the area. Military discounts are offered to such parks as Six Flags Over Texas, Hurricane Harbor, Frontier City, White Water Bay, Fiesta Texas in San Antonio, Sea World San Antonio, Schlitterbahn Water Park, Ripley's Believe It Or Not, as well as Disneyworld Florida and Universal Studios Orlando. Stop by the PX Mall location or call us at 250-4040. Don't waste money paying gate prices.

OU, Dallas Cowboys tickets coming soon...back to top
See exciting football action in person. Get ready for the sale of OU Sooners and Dallas Cowboys tickets to all home games! Sign up now to be contacted first, before the tickets are offered to the general public. The games sell out quickly, get your seats from Adventure Travel at the PX Mall, or call 250-4040 for more details.

CYS offers free registration for all MWR patrons...back to top
Child and Youth Services no longer charge a registration fee. Fort Sill Child and Youth Services offer expanded benefits. Benefits include increased respite care hours, reduced fees for child, youth, instructional programs, and hourly care rate reduction. Benefit eligibility depends on mission category: Mission Level I: Deployed Soldiers or Department of the Army Civilians (DACs) (includes 30 days before and 60 days after return) and families of wounded or fallen Soldiers. Mission Level II: Unaccompanied Permanent or temporary change of station TDY (90-179 days) Mission Level III: Rear Detachment Cadre families. To find out if your family is eligible, call Central Registration at 442-3927.

MWR seeks mystery shoppers...back to top
Help MWR enhance the quality of services by anonymously "shopping" at one of MWR’s facilities. Once an evaluation form has been turned in, the shopper will be reward with a $20 MWR gift certificate. Any ID carrying, 18 years or older, person can do it – family members, active, retired or DoD contractor. Shoppers cannot work for nor have a family member working for MWR. For more information or to sign up for the program, call 442-0378 or follow this link.

Impact Zone offers daily lunch specials...back to top
The Impact Zone will replace the lunch buffet with daily specials throughout the work week. Daily Specials include: Monday - chicken strip sandwich with chips for $3.50 and a 17" cheese pizza for $5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday - meatball sub with chips for $3.50. Wednesday - barbecue sandwich with chips for $2.50. Thursday – ham and Swiss cheese sub with chips for $3.50. Friday – chicken strip combo for $3.50. Other weekday specials include: one-item pizza by the slice for $2 and supreme pizza slice for $2.75. Customers can call in their orders at 442-6630.

Impact Zone offers fun throughout the week...back to top
Live Red Dirt music with Bobby Dale and Next of Kin Band is May 3 and 17 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. There is a $3 cover charge and patrons must be 18 years or older. Proper IDs are required.
Live music with the Smokin' Okies is scheduled May 16 and 30 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. There is a $3 cover charge and patrons must be 18 years or older. Proper IDs are required.
The Impact Zone will offer Dance Music and Karaoke with Trixie May 2, 9, 10, 23 and 31 from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Latino Night is slated May 24 from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Cover is $3 per person.
The Impact Zone offers a free beer tasting May 16 from 6 to 8 p.m.
WWE pay-per-view Backlash is May 18. Doors open at 4 p.m. and the show begins at 6 p.m. Cover is $5 per person.
Texas Hold’em poker is Fridays. Sign-up at 6:30 p.m., the game starts at 7 p.m. The Championship game is scheduled May 23. For more information, call 442-0355 during regular business hours.
The Impact Zone offers an after hours snack menu Wednesday through Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 8 to 10 p.m. The menu consists of Buffalo wings, cheese sticks, nachos, jalapeno poppers, chicken tenders and fried mushrooms. To order any of the after hours menu items, place your order at the bar.

Pregnancy Fitness Class relocated to Goldner Fitness Center...back to top
The free, ongoing Pregnancy Fitness Class, slated for Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. for expecting and postpartum mothers has been moved to the Goldner Fitness Center. This class demonstrates how effective fitness can be to the mother’s health and well-being as well as the baby’s. Class size is not limited. Enroll at Goldner Fitness Center or online by following this link.

Free Learn to Swim Classes offered for all ages at Rinehart...back to top
Learn to swim classes are available at Rinehart Fitness Center indoor pool for everyone from 6 months old to adult (16 and over). Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays and the time varies by level. Students who have never taken lessons before should begin no higher than Level 2, regardless of age (Levels 2-6 have prerequisites for advancing to a new level). Learn to Swim Classes are free through the Army Family Covenant. Sessions consist of eight 30-minute classes. Register at the RecPlex, 2502 Sheridan Road or call 442-3575 for information.

Free Adult Swim Classes...back to top
Swim classes are now offered for adults too. Adult swim classes will be tailored to meet individual needs of each participant age 16 or older while learning how to enjoy the water. Students will learn floating techniques, survival skills, basic swimming strokes, or get the coaching you need for the big meet or as an alternative to traditional exercise routines. Sessions consist of four 30 minute classes and will be held at the Rinehart indoor pool. Classes will start promptly at their designated times. All levels of ability welcome. Cost is $15 per session. Class times are Wednesdays from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Camp Cowabunga registration underway...back to top
The Army Community Service Exceptional Family Member Program is once again partnering with Lawton Public Schools to offer Camp Cowabunga. The day camp is open to special needs children ages 6 through 22, and their siblings ages 7 through 18, in the Lawton-Fort Sill community. Camp dates are July 21 through 31. Open registration will be offered May 1 through 31 with the updated 2008 applications available through Army Community Service, at the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Child and Youth Services Registration website and through Lawton Public Schools. Applications must be mailed, faxed or delivered in person to the ACS EFMP office. Space is limited and slots will be filled as applications are received. For more information, call 442-3393 or 442-6818.

Post facilities offer wireless Internet Access...back to top
Stop by Nye Library and enjoy the convenience of free wireless Internet access with your own laptop or one of the library’s computers. For patrons with their own wireless-enabled laptop computer, the library offers a free connection to their network. For more information, call 442-3806.
Free Wi-Fi is also offered at the Twin Oaks Bowling Center; Patriot Club; RecPlex; and at Mulligan’s inside the Fort Sill Golf Course Clubhouse.
At the Java Cafe: Alternate Escapes -- a digital entertainment center that provides internet-based games, web browsing, e-mail, free wireless access and other digital content. All offered on state-of-the-art equipment at reasonable prices in a relaxing and fun environment.

CYS Dance lessons underway...back to top
Child and Youth Services now offer dance lessons. Classes include pre-ballet, beginner ballet and intermediate ballet. Call 442-3927 for more information.

Twin Oaks Bowling Center offers specials throughout the week ...back to top
Mondays - Bowl for just $1.50 a game all day from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Tuesdays – Family Fun Days: Unlimited bowling for two hours with shoe rental for up to 6 people. A one-topping pizza and two pitchers of soda are included all for just $25. Hours are from 2 to 10 p.m.
Saturdays – Head Pin Bowling: Strike a colored pin in the head position (number one position), and win a coupon for a free game. Hours are 8 p.m. to midnight.
Weekday specials, every game is only $1.50 until 5 p.m.
Book your birthday party at TOBC. Call 442-2882 for more information.

Monthly Meetings ...back to top
Newcomers Meetings are held every Tuesday at 8 a.m. in Room 216, on the second floor of Building 4700. All newly arrived Soldiers and family members are invited to attend this information briefing to find out more about facilities and programs offered on Fort Sill. For more information, call Army Community Service at 442-2360.
Parent Support Group is held every Monday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the basement of Building 4700. The brown bag lunch is open to all new parents including single Soldier parents. The meeting is facilitated by a registered nurse and lactation specialist. Parents can get answers to things like what works for other parents to soothing a crying baby. For more information, call 442-6801.
The Explorer’s Club is every Tuesday from 2 to 3 p.m. in the basement of Building 4700 near the Play Zone. Learn infant and toddler sign language, participate in activities with music, arts and crafts, reading and language, and gross motor skills. Explore the world around you and participate in a new adventure every week. For more information, call 442-6801.
Join other preschooler parents and share the fun with the Caravan Club. The Caravan Club meets monthly to take field trips, get ideas for stay-at-home parents and home-schoolers. For more information, call 442-6801.
The Army Community Services Relocation Office offers the Culture Connection group meetings for foreign-born spouses and family members. Meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in Building 4705 (the old Lending Closet). Meetings are open to all. For more information, call 442-2360.
Waiting Families is a group designed to help support spouses and family members that are living without their Service Member for mission requirements. This outreach effort has a target audience of individuals without an FRG or other support mechanism. The group meets monthly with a guest speaker and a needs directed presentation. For more information, call ACS Relocation at 442-2360 or 442-3095.
The Fort Sill Family and Community Team Session (SillFACTS) meeting is May 6. The philosophy of this monthly meeting is to improve the quality of life and delivery of human services on Fort Sill. The meeting also serves as a focal point for information exchange on matters of community interest and increases communication and interaction between Fort Sill units/directorates/activities. The meeting is open to the public and normally lasts about one hour.
Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers meetings are the first and third Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m. at the RecPlex. The next meeting is May 6. Come discover all of the programs offered to Fort Sill’s Single Soldiers and geographical bachelors. For more information, call 442-6346.

Upcoming Events...back to top
A Boat Safety course is offered June 7 and July 12. Sign up for the free class at the Outdoor Adventure Center in the Recplex. Class is limited to 25 people, and books and pencils will be provided. Attendees who complete the course will receive a boater’s safety course card. For more information, call Ray Bitsche at 695-6070 or the Outdoor Adventure Center at 335-8270.
A 10-week Summer Boot Camp will be offered June 2 through Aug. 7 at Prichard Field. Patrons can attend either the 6 to 7 a.m. class or the 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. class. Register for the Boot Camp at Honeycutt Fitness Center by May 30. For more information, call 442-4670.
The kick-off festival for the Nye Library Summer Reading program is June 7 from noon to 3 p.m.

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