1. Family and MWR Special Event Family and MWR/United Service Organization Event
Family and MWR/Yellow Ribbon Committee Partnership Event Association of the United States Army
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Attraction Description
Through Dress a Turkey Dress up or color our cartoon turkey! For all ages. Entries will be
December 15 Contest displayed in the library and contest winners decided by popular vote. Entry
Library Hours forms and complete rules will be available in the library beginning Nov. 1.
Entries accepted Nov. 1 – 30; winners decided by popular vote Dec. 3-15.
Entry forms will be available in the library. Allen Goudie 772-9099
December 3 Resume Start To This comprehensive workshop is presented by ACS Employment Readiness
9 am Finish to build a complete resume. Amanda Thompson 772-9611
December 3 Master Resilience Mobilization and Deployment offer training for Master Resilience to better
9:30 am – 2:30 pm Training understand the dynamics of fitness, increase resilience and enhance
performance by developing the five dimensions of strength such as the
physical, emotional, social, spiritual and Family growth. This class will be
conducted at ACS. Jennifer Eichner 772-2848
December 4 & 5 AFTB Briefer Army Community Service Army Family Team Building offers this course to
9 am – 2 pm Training Course give tips and information on proper presentation to persons who will be
briefing at the January AFAP Conference. Kimberly Hill 772-6710
December 4 Stress Family Advocacy Program offers this free session held at Army Community
1:30 – 3:30 pm Management Service on how best to cope and deal with stress. The Holiday season can
Class add to the everyday stresses you may experience. This is a great
opportunity to end your stress cycle. You have more control than you
might think. Danie’l Reed 772-4244
December 4 Annual Holiday Military Families are invited to The Commons to enjoy Fort Drum‟s Annual
5 – 7 pm Celebration Holiday Celebration. The CYSS Choir will sing a selection of Christmas
songs. You will also have the opportunity to have a free photo and visit
with Santa and each child will receive a toy. You will also be offered dinner
of pizza, cookies from Mrs. Claus and her elfin helpers and punch which will
be provided to everyone in attendance. Magic and balloon creations by
Jason the Entertainer and holiday crafts are offered to children keep
everyone in the holiday spirit. This is a highly attended free event with
doors opening and activities beginning at 5 pm. Military Family Members
who pre-register at www.operationbestwishes.com can participate in
Operation Best Wishes where families can record holiday greetings to send
to loved ones who are far away. Laura Oakes 772-5370
December 4 SELF Group The NEW YOU Women's Empowerment group has a new name! SELF
5 – 8 pm Meeting encourages Fort Drum Women to live a lifestyle that includes caring for
your personal needs and empowerment. Sarah Lynch 772-5374
December 5 Employment 101 Learn the basics of searching and applying for a job. Learn how to conduct a
9 – 11 am Job Search, Write Your Resume & Cover Letter and Ace an Interview with
Employment Readiness. This class is held at The Soldiers and Family
Advocacy Program Building P-11042. Additional classes are scheduled on
December 6 and 18 and will be held at Army Community Service.
Amanda Thompson 772-9611

2. December 5, 6, Middle Year Held at Army Community Service, this class is designed to assist parents
&7 Parenting with children between 5 & 10. Topics include: development, discipline,
9 – 11:30 am handling sibling rivalry, communication skills, establishing family rules,
nutrition, and development. Danie’l Reed 772-4244
December 5 FRG Sponsorship Family Readiness Group administrative staff members will learn the
3:15 – 3:45 Training regulations and proper procedures when soliciting sponsorship for FRG
activities and events. Jennifer Eichner 772-2848
December 6 Holiday Ham This buffet luncheon will be held in The Winner‟s Circle at the Commons
11 am – 1:30 Buffet Luncheon and the menu includes baked honey glazed ham, roasted medley of sweet,
russet and red potatoes, glazed baby carrots with pineapple, rolls with
butter, bread pudding and beverage for $7.95 per person.
Cindy Romig 772-6222
December 6 Fort Drum Join your friends and neighbors at the Fort Drum Main Post Chapel for
5 pm Holiday Tree the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. Enjoy Christmas caroling,
Lighting the official lighting of the tree and a visit from Santa. Following the
ceremony join us in the Youth Center for a reception featuring family
activities, cookies, drinks and pictures with Santa.
Steve Ferguson 772-6719
Stretch you holiday gift budget by giving handmade gifts created by you!
December 7, 14, Homemade ACS Information and Referral office is hosting several crafting sessions
& 17 Christmas Club
to help you create personal gifts this season. In an attempt to
Various times
accommodate as many schedules as possible these sessions have been
planned for a different time for each meeting. Please call ahead to find
out the meeting time and what supplies you may be required to bring.
Virginia Cooper 772-6799
December 7 BOSS Chick Need a break from being a though and ready Soldier? Visit BOSS at Jack T.
8 pm Flick Movie Sweet or on Nash Boulevard to relax and enjoy a good old fashioned Chick
Night Flick! Free popcorn at the movie compliments of BOSS.
Michelle Roden 772-7807
December 8 Waterloo Enjoy a trip to Waterloo Premium Outlet Mall and leave the driving to
8 am – 6 pm Shopping Outlet Parks and Recreation. Cost is $10 per person with the bus leaving Parks
Trip and Recreation at 8 am returning to Fort Drum approximately by 6 pm.
Mark Schnittenger 772-8222
December 8 2012 Volleyball This tournament will be conducted at Monti Physical Fitness Center. Open
9:30 am Tournament to active duty military assigned/attached to Fort Drum, Family members 19
years and older, retirees, reservists, and DoD civilians employed on Fort
Drum. Sign-up at the Sports Office, Bldg. M-430A by 4:30 pm on
December 5. Diane Sykes 772-6663
December 8 EFMP Holiday Free bowling and holiday activities for Fort Drum Families registered with
10 am – 2 pm Bowling Party the Exceptional Family Member Program. Ability appropriate crafts, games,
snacks, and a special visitor will be offered at this event. Reserve a space by
calling 772-0819 no later than December 5. Sharon Chaple 772-5476
December 8 Teen Middle A holiday dance for teens in grades 6 – 8 at the Fort Drum Youth Center
7 – 10 pm School Holiday featuring snacks, drinks and fun with friends. The cost to attend is $2 for
Dance Youth Center Members and $4 for Non-members. Youth Center
membership is free. Steve Ferguson 772-6719
December 10 Budget The budget and a good understanding of account management is your
9 am Management foundation for financial success. Learn the basics of developing your own
budget and making your money work for you. You will learn tips, tricks, and
“secrets” of the trade at this comprehensive class designed for all ages.
Judee Kelly 772-5196

3. Recurring Events
Sports Office Sign up for sporting events through the Fort Drum Fitness, Athletics, and
Aquatics Sports Office in the Magrath Sports Complex. Open to Active Duty
Military, Family Members 19 yrs or older, and DoD Civilians. Rosters are due in
advance in order to participate. Call 772-6663 for deadlines.
Water Aerobics – Every Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri 10:30 – 11:30 am
Aerobics and Fitness Classes – Monday - Friday Diane Sykes 772-6663
Pine Plains Bowling Monday Closed, Tuesday 11 am- 3 pm, Wednesday & Thursday11 am – 10 pm,
Center Friday 11am – midnight Saturday noon – midnight, Sunday 3 – 8 pm.
Cindy Fleming 772-6601
Adventure Training ATV Safety Courses – Available by request – 772-4010.
Extreme Sports for Recreation and Training – Orienteering, Hunting and
Fishing, ATV‟s, Sportsman Shooting, Rock/Mountain Climbing, Whitewater
Rafting. What do you want to do today? Let us know and we will tailor a trip to
meet your needs. Rich Cole 772-4010
Parks and Recreation Remington Park RV Campground and Cabins – Reservations 772-5435
Party Equipment Rental – 772-5169 Make your next Family or unit function
a success. Rent large grills, popcorn, cotton candy and snow-cone makers,
inflatable bounce houses, tables, chairs, coolers, ice and dunking booth.
Remington Park – now open for the season: M – Sa 9 am – 9 pm, Su 10
am – 8 pm.
Leisure Travel Services - Travel Center Discount Tickets – 772-8222
Stop in and check out the available discount tickets for local and out of state
attractions. Gene Spencer 772-6568
The Commons Family Nights Every Tuesday – Family Night every Tuesday from 5 – 7 at
the Commons. A buffet dinner is $7 for adults and $4 for children aged 8 and
younger. Purchase of buffet dinner required to participate in a different themed
activity each week.
Tuesday Open Faced Grilled Rib A tender and juicy grilled to order rib eye steak served on a fresh roll with salad,
5 - 9 pm Eye Sandwich potato, vegetable, dinner roll and butter, $10.95.
Wednesday Rib Night Start your evening out right with the mouth-watering „Rack of Ribs Special‟ in
5 – 9 pm Buster‟s Brew Pub. Half rack of ribs - $11.95; Half roasted or BBQ chicken -
$9.95
Thursday Prime Rib Night Thursday is Prime Rib Night at Buster‟s Brew Pub. Enjoy a generous portion of
5 – 9 pm prime rib with your choice of salad, starch and vegetable. 12 oz Prime Rib -
$12.95
Friday Friday Night Specials At Ease! Bar Specials Everyone needs a little down time. After a week of hard
4 – 9 pm (except 3 day holidays) work you deserve to join friends, unwind, and ready yourself for the weekend.
At Ease! offers free snacks from 4 – 7 pm in Buster‟s Brew Pub.
Friday Buster‟s Dinner Specials Fridays from 5 – 9 pm enjoy a steak cooked to order, with baked potato, and
5 – 9 pm vegetable. Buster‟s also has freshly made brews and tempting desserts.
Porterhouse - $17.95; NY Strip - $15.95. A seafood platter special is also offered
for $13.95.
Monthly Right Arm Show your appreciation to your team at Right Arm Night. Held monthly
5–7 following the Retirement Ceremony and sponsored by a Fort Drum unit. Enjoy
10th Mountain Right Arm Brew for only $1 per glass. Win $200 for your unit
fund. A prize for the unit with the highest percentage of attendance at Right Arm
Night, look for the Family and MWR table to sign in. Cindy Romig 772-6222

4. LOOK FOR THE FAMILY AND MWR PREVIEW EACH MONTH FOR UPCOMING EVENTS,
CLASSES AND PROGRAMS
Coming Attractions & Items of Interest
 December 10 – Resume Writing Workshop – Army Community Service
 December 10 – OPSEC Safety for Families – Army Community Service
 December 10 – Discipline is Not a Dirty Word – Army Community Service
 December 11 – Scream-Free Parenting – Army Community Service
 December 11 – Growing Great Readers Family Night – The Commons
 December 12 – Build Your Own Business Workshop – Army Community Service
 December 12 – Federal Employment Workshop – SFAC
 December 13 – Trees for Troops Unit Distribution
 December 13 – Federal Employment Workshop – Army Community Service
 December 13 & 14 - Magic Years (0 - 4 yrs) Parenting Course –Army Community Service
 December 13 – Lights On The Lake Trip – Parks and Recreation
 December 14 – Cookie Exchange – Army Community Service
 December 14 – Parents Alone Support Group – Army Community Service
 December 14 – HIRED End Of Term Party – Youth Center
 December 14 – BOSS Movie Night - BOSS
 December 15 – BOSS 5K Reindeer Fun Run – Army Community Service
 December 15 – 2012 Basketball Tournament - Sports
 December 15 – Dress A Snowman Contest – McEwen Library
 December 15 – January 6, 2013 – Division Block Leave
 December 20 – The End Of The World Party - BOSS
 December 24 – January 1, 2013 – Local School Holiday Break
 December 24/25 – BOSS Home for the Holidays – BOSS
 December 28 – Adult Reading Club – McEwen Library
 December 31 – New Years Eve – Commons/Bowling Center
 January 1 – BOSS Home For The Holidays – BOSS
Digital and E-Books can now be “borrowed” from Fort Drum McEwen Library. Patrons need
to access the Army /Digital Media Library through AKO, www.us.army.mil. Click Self Service
then My Library then click Read or Listen to a Book which will take you to an E-Book and audio
book resource page where books can be loaded onto your e-reader. Call the McEwen Library
at 772-9099 for more information.