Upcoming Community Events

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
May Notable Events May 11 – Military Spouse Appreciation Day
May 13 – Mother’s Day
May 19 – Armed Forces Day
May 28 – Memorial Day
May 29 – Soldier Show
May 7 Newcomers Relocation Readiness provides an overview of what services are available in
10:30 – noon Orientation the Fort Drum Area. Scarlett Sharkey 772-6566
May 7 & 8 ScreamFree Raising your kids by keeping your cool. This program equips parents with all
9 am – 3 pm Parenting that they need to handle the 21st century child, without resorting to
Workshop coercion, force, fear, begging, bribery, or screaming, Tila Seals 772-6929
May 7 2012 Unit This league runs through June 8 and is open to Active Duty Military
6 pm Softball League assigned or attached to Fort Drum. Team rosters due to the Sports Office
at Bldg. P-10050, by 3:30 pm on May 2. Brandon Doherty 772-6663
May 8 Key Caller Mobilization and Deployment offer training for Family Readiness Group
2 – 3 pm or 5 – Training members who have volunteered to be their unit's Key Caller.
6 pm Jennifer Eichner 772-2848
May 8 VMIS – 101 Learn the basics of the Volunteer Management and Information System,
9 – 10 am Training how to use it and the benefits for you. This is a hands-on class.
Jane Bresko 772-2899
May 8 EFMP Support This group meets monthly to network and share tips on managing as a
11:30 am – 1 pm Group Meeting member of the Exceptional Family Member Program. This month’s topic is
Understanding Disability Laws and Protecting Your Exceptional Family
Member. Sharon Chapel 772-5476
May 9 10K Army 10- This 10K Run will serve as a qualifier for the Army Ten-Miler to be held in
7 am Miler Qualifier Washington, D.C., on 21 October 2012. Teams will consist of six-person
men’s, women’s, mixed, mixed masters, and four individuals; male and
female and male and female masters. Open to Active Duty Military
assigned/attached to Fort Drum. Sign-up by 8 May at the Sports Office,
Bldg. P-10050. Brandon Doherty 772-6663
May 9 & 10 AFTB Level 1 “Military Survival Skills” training for Family Members. Army Family Team
9 am – 4 pm Training Building is hosting Level 1 training at the Army Community Service building,
P-4330, Conway Road from 9 am – 4 pm each day. This training will
introduce you to Army basics and much more. This training is two days,
free and is open to all spouses, Soldiers and DoD Civilians. Register today
by visiting or calling ACS. Kimberly Hill 772-9229
May 9 – June 6 2012 Flag This league is open to Active Duty Military assigned/attached to Fort Drum.
6 pm Football League Team rosters due to the Sports Office, Bldg. P-10050, By 3:30 pm May 2.
Brandon Doherty 772-6663

2. May 9 Fort Drum Find out what’s happening on Fort Drum at this evening meeting held at the
6:30 – 8 pm Information and Commons. Get up-to-date information directly from agency
Town Hall representatives, and ask questions, express concerns and ideas and get
Meeting immediate answers. You can also email questions and concerns to
drum.townhall@conus.army.mil prior to the meeting or call in live at 772-
2101. Sarah Lynch 772-5374
May 10 Employment 101 Family Employment Readiness trains Military Family Members on best
9:30 – 11:30 am practices for resume writing, job hunting, interviewing and getting the job.
Amanda Thompson 772-9611
May 10 Basic Learn to do it yourself and save money. The Automotive Skills Center
5 pm Automotive offers basic automotive classes weekly on Thursdays at 5 pm. This week’s
Electrical Class class will go over the basic electrical wiring diagrams and circuits.
Mike Graveline 772-2832
May 11 Military Spouse ACS, in a partnership with Mountain Community Homes and The Exchange
10:30 am – 4 pm Appreciation plan to honor Military Spouses by offering a free movie at the Fort Drum
Event Multi-Purpose Auditorium (MPA) from 11 am- 2 pm. The MPA doors will
open at 10:30 and the movie being shown is “One For The Money” starring
Katherine Heigl. After the movie Spouses are invited to an Afternoon
Luncheon, Sponsored by Sams Club, at Adirondack Creek Community
Center from 2 – 4 p.m. Sarah Lynch 772-5374
May 12 Texas Hold ‘Em BOSS hosts the final Texas Hold’em Tournament of the year at the
noon Tournament Winner’s Circle located at the Commons. Registration begins at 12 Noon
and first deal starts at 1 pm. Tournament is open to all Soldiers, family
members, DoD Civilians, and Retirees 18 years of age and older. $350
prize money. Brandon Smith 772-7807
May 12 Doubles Bowling This tournament is open to Active Duty Military assigned/attached to
1 pm Tournament Fort Drum, Family members 19 years and older, retirees, reservists, and
DoD Civilians employed on Fort Drum. Team rosters are due to the Sports
Office, Bldg. P-10050, by 3:30 pm May 11 or at the Bowling Center on the
day of the event. Brandon Doherty 772-6663
May 12 Midnight Sports This event is held in the gym at the Fort Drum Youth Center. Pick-up
8 pm - midnight at Youth Center games are played until midnight. Cost is $3.00 for members and $5.00 for
non-members. ID Card is required. Steve Ferguson 772-6719
May 13 Mother’s Day Show Mom you love her by treating her to Mother’s Day brunch at the
11:30 am & 1 pm Brunch Buffet Commons on Fort Drum. No one does a brunch better than the Commons
where Master Chef Gee and his staff create a brunch feast for Mom that
will please the whole family! At the Commons you will enjoy assorted
pastries, fresh fruit and all of the regular breakfast fare including the
commons famous omelet station creating custom omelets to order. A salad
bar, side dishes, and a chef’s carving station will be offered along with
seafood specialties. Fresh baked breads and rolls, assorted cakes, and pies
will help finish the perfect brunch along with a juice station, coffee, and tea
included. The cost is at $18.95 per adult and $8.95 for children 8 years and
younger. Reservations can be made for the 11 am seating or the 1:30 pm
seating by calling the Commons. Cindy Romig 772-6222
May 14 EFMP Respite This two-hour class held at Army Community Service instructs the
9 – 11 am Care Training procedures to follow as a Respite Care Provider.
Sharon Chapel 772-5476
May 14 Resume Writing Family Employment Readiness conducts this lab at Army Community
9:30 – 10:30 Computer Lab Service to assist Military Family Members in learning how to create a
resume on a computer. This class is limited to 15 persons.
Amanda Thompson 772-9611

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
Brandon Doherty 772-6663
Pine Plains Bowling Monday & Tuesday Closed, Wednesday & Thursday11 am – 9 pm, Friday 11am –
Center 11 pm, Saturday 4 – 11 pm, Sunday noon – 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. Murray Averill 772-4010
Parks and Remington Park RV Campground and Cabins – Reservations 772-5435
Recreation 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.
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
Family Nights Every Tuesday – Family Night is finished for the season and
The Commons returns to the Commons in September
Tuesday Open Faced Grilled A tender and juicy grilled to order rib eye steak served on a fresh roll with salad,
5 - 9 pm Rib Eye Sandwich potato, vegetable, dinner roll and butter, $10.95.
Start your evening out right with the mouth-watering ‘Rack of Ribs Special’ in
Wednesday Rib Night Buster’s Brew Pub. Half rack of ribs - $11.95; Half roasted or BBQ chicken -
5 – 9 pm $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 At Ease! Bar Specials Everyone needs a little down time. After a week of
4 – 9 pm Specials (except 3 day hard work you deserve to join friends, unwind, and ready yourself for the
holidays) weekend. At Ease! Offer’s free snacks and drink specials from 4 – 7 pm in
Buster’s Brew Pub.
Friday Buster’s Steak Fridays from 5 – 9 pm enjoy a steak cooked to order, with baked potato, and
5 – 9 pm Special vegetable. Buster’s also has freshly made brews and tempting desserts.
Porterhouse - $17.95; NY Strip - $15.95.
Monthly Right Arm Night Show your appreciation to your team at Right Arm Night. Held monthly
5 – 7 Following following the Retirement Ceremony and sponsored by a Fort Drum unit. Enjoy
Retirement 10th Mountain Right Arm Brew for only $1 per glass, Pool, Foosball, Air Hockey,
Ceremony and a hot snack buffet. 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
 May 14 – Home Buying Class – Army Community Service
 May 14 – FRG Leader Training – Army Community Service
 May 14 – Informal Funds Training – Army Community Service
 May 14 – Parent and Teen Orientation – Youth Center
 May 15 – ATV Safety Class – Adventure Training
 May 15 – Anger Management Training – Army Community Service
 May 16 – Career Development Seminar – Army Community Service
 May 17 – Overseas PCS Brief – Army Community Service
 May 17 – Volunteer of the Month Ceremony – Army Community Service at The Commons
 May 17 – Automotive Emissions Class – Automotive Skills Center
 May 18 – Couples Communication – Army Community Service
 May 18 – Special Olympics – Army Community Service
 May 18 – Asian Pacific Heritage Event – Youth Center
 May 19 – Two-Person Captain and Crew Golf Tournament – Sports
 May 19 – 2012 Basketball Tournament – Sports
 May 19 – The Force is With Us! – McEwen Library
 May 19 – Skate Jam – Youth Center
 May 21 – 25 – Military Saves Week – Army Community Service
 May 21 – Budget Management Class – Army Community Service
 May 21 – Family Wellness Support Group – Army Community Service
 May 22 – ATV Safety Class – Adventure Training
 May 22 – 23 – AFTB Level 2 Training – Army Community Service
 May 24 – Federal Employment Workshop – Army Community Service
 May 24 – Economic Justice – Army Community Service
 May 24 – Automotive Heating and Cooling Class – Automotive Skills Center
Save the Dates! Fort Drum’s Special Events:
US Army Soldier Show – World-class performances by the US Army’s most talented Soldiers. This
evening performance at Magrath Sports Complex Gymnasium will be given at 6 pm on May 29.
Riverfest – Enjoy a day on the Saint Lawrence River in the village of Alexandria Bay including a boat
tour of the Thousand Islands, visit to Heart Island and Boldt Castle, Lunch, children’s amusements and
fun on June 21with tickets on sale from your Brigade Unit Representative soon.
Mountainfest – A great day of food, activities, Salute to the Nation, games, and music on Division Hill,
June 28.