COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES & RESOURCE EXCHANGE Agenda

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES & RESOURCE EXCHANGE Tuesday, 2 October 2018, 0930-1030 Army Community Service Auditorium Agenda

0930-0935 Welcome - COL Cox 0930-1015 Community Resources

• National Infantry Museum – Ms. Linda Warren • Springer Opera House – Ms. Beth Reeves • River Center for Performing Arts -- Ms. Carrie Corbett • Parent 2 Parent -- Ms. Kari Chitty • School Liaison Officer -- Ms. Tawanna Brown • Family Advocacy Program -- Ms. Theresa Sanchez • Army Volunteer Corps -- Ms. Jessica Horton

1015-1025 Panel Reports

• Directorate of Emergency Services - LTC Josh McCully [email protected] • Martin Army Community Hospital - COL Larry McCord [email protected] • Superintendent, GA/AL Community – Dr. Lisa B. Coleman [email protected] • The Villages of Benning – Joe Gandara [email protected] • Commissary – Terry Ford [email protected] • Army Air Force Exchange Service – Don Sydlik [email protected] • MCoE and Garrison Chaplain – CH (COL) Robert Hart [email protected] • Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation – Al Gelineau [email protected] • Garrison Commander – COL Clinton Cox [email protected]

1025-1030 Closing Remarks

The CARE Minutes & Significant Activities (SIGACTS) Calendar are online https://benning.armymwr.com/application/files/8015/2053/7887/CARE_Minutes.pdf. The next CARE will be November 6, 2018

OCT/NOV SIGACTS Fort Benning, Home of the MCoE • 4 Oct Daughters of the American Revolution Luncheon, Wynn House • 5-8 Oct Columbus Day TNGH/FEDH • 11 Oct Help the Hooch, 0800 • 11 Oct WHINSEC International Festival • 12 Oct ABOLC Graduation, MWH, DA, 1330 • 16 Oct Monthly Retirement Ceremony, MWH, MA, 0930 • 16 Oct Used & Abandoned Vehicle Auction, Kilgore & Merchant, 1000 • 23 Oct OCS Graduation, MWH, MA, 1300 • 25 Oct Golf Scramble • 26 Oct RIA/Graduation, VP, 1000 • 9-12 Nov Veterans Day TNGH/FEDH • 11 Nov FBGA Fox Sports Centennial Culminating Event • 11 Nov Veterans Day Ceremony, NIMSC • 13 Nov Leadership Columbus, FBGA • 14 Nov German-Italian Memorial Day Ceremony, Main Post Cemetery • 15-18 Nov Multi-Gun Challenge • 16 Nov RIA Demonstration • 17 Nov Soldier’s Marathon, NIMSC • 20 Nov Monthly Retirement Ceremony, MWH, MA • 22-25 Nov Thanksgiving FEDH/TNGH

Maneuver Center of Excellence - Team of Soldiers, Families, and Civilians from the Best Army in the World! 2 Family Advocacy Program KAROUSHIA JORDAN [email protected] 706-545-8740 National Infantry Museum LINDA WARREN [email protected] 706-653-9237 EXT 5810 Springer Opera House BETH REEVES [email protected] 706-324-1100 River Center – for Performing Arts CARRIE CORBETT [email protected] 706-256-3608 Parent to Parent KARI CHITTY [email protected] 254-290-2615 The Word Collector by Peter H. Reynolds

When: Sunday, November 4th 3:00 pm- 5:00 pm Where: National Infantry Museum Who: Military Connected Children and their families

Additional TMAS events at the Columbus Museum Saturday, October 13th – Fall Fest, 12:30-1:15 Saturday, November 17 – Pop Culture Event School Liaison Officer ETHAN BRANCH [email protected] 706-626-8625 Muscogee County Magnet Programs And Changes to Post 9/11 GI Bill

School Liaison Officer Ethan Branch

Installation Management Command integrates and delivers base support to enable readiness for a globally-responsive Army

We are the Army’s Home Serving the Rugged Professional

UNCLASSIFIED Ruth Beaudry/IMCOM G9 CYSS/210-466-1113/[email protected] 8Oct2016/1430/Youth Programs Muscogee County School District Magnet Programs

• An application must be submitted for a student to be considered for an MCSD magnet program. • Students must meet the academic qualifications to be admitted. • There are open houses for the different magnet programs scheduled at each school throughout the fall. The school website can provide more information. • The online application process opens 15 October 2018 and closes 13 January 2019. • Faith Middle School is hosting a “High School Preview Night” for middle school students and families on 11 October at 6:00 PM.

UNCLASSIFIED 11 Muscogee County School District Magnet Programs and Academies

Below are the magnet and academy programs and the emphasis of each: . Columbus High School - Liberal Arts Magnet Academy

. G.W. Carver STEM High School - Science, Mathematics, and Resources Technology

. Hardaway High School - International Baccalaureate Magnet Program

. Jordan High School - CTAE, Muscogee County Career Academy

. Kendrick High School -Academy of Communication Arts and Design

. Northside High School - Engineering and Engineering Design Magnet Program

. Shaw High School - Mass Communications Academy

. Spencer High School - Academy of Computer Science and Electronic Game Design

UNCLASSIFIED 12 Policy Updates to Post 9/11 GI BILL Concerning Post-Secondary Benefits

• Eligibility to transfer Post-9/11 GI Bill educational benefits will be limited to members with less than 16 years of total service (active duty service and/or selected reserves as applicable) effective 12 July 2019:

• The provision that requires a Service member to have at least six years of service to apply to transfer benefits remains unchanged in the policy.

• All approvals for transferability of Post-9/11 GI bill will continue to require a four-year commitment in the Armed Forces and, more importantly, the member must be eligible to be retained for 4 years from the date of election, and not be precluded from serving for four more years prior to approval of their election by either standard policy (Department or Uniformed Service) or statute

UNCLASSIFIED 13 Policy Updates to Post 9/11 GI BILL

• If a service member fails to fulfill their service obligation because of a "force shaping" event (such as officers involuntarily separated as a result of being twice passed over for promotion, or enlisted personnel involuntarily separated as a result of failure to meet minimum retention standards, such as high-year tenure), the change will allow these individuals to retain their eligibility to transfer education benefits even if they haven't served the entirety of their obligated service commitment through no fault of their own.

UNCLASSIFIED 14 Army Families can contact their local School Liaison Officer for specific information related to this update.

Ethan Branch School Liaison Officer 7370 Kilgore Street, Building 228, Room 104 Fort Benning, GA 31905 Office Phone: (706) 626-8625 Work Cell (706) 681-7010 [email protected]

UNCLASSIFIED 15 Army Volunteer Corps JESSICA HORTON [email protected] 706-545-3016 AAFES GIFTWRAP FUNDRAISER

WHEN: 26 November – 24 December WHERE: Fort Benning Main Exchange WHO: Units and Private Organizations Registration Process

Unit must completeregistration packet to AVC by COB 9 NOV Unit slots assigned on 13 NOV Unit POCs must attend Orientation on 14 NOV, 1300 or 1800. Any open slots will be publicized 14 NOV AAFES Responsibilites

Provide location in front of Main Exchange Provide marketing materials promoting the fundraiser Provide wrapping paper,tape, and limited quantity of boxes Provide on-duty POC for supplies Unit/ Org anization Responsibilites

All volunteers follow dress code: --Business casual --Family friendly holiday attire Provides scissors, bows, gift boxes, and gift tags Provide money box/jar for donations Tidy up & take out trash @ end of shift Unit/ Org anization Responsibilites • Callt AVC a least 24 hours prior if unable to make shift • Make sure you have back-up volunteers!

No shows will forfeit any remaining time slots for the unit! REMINDERS

No children under 12 -- including children in strollers Units can bring identifying signs that do not impede flow of foot traffic --don't wrap boxes for display, etc. Don't waste paper - try to recycle! Don't take AAFES supplies home Need more information?

PACKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW!

Contact AVC about registration requirements • Jessica Horton – [email protected]

Contact MWR about fundraising questions • Angelie Woolworth - [email protected]

Community Strengths and Themes Assessment (CSTA) Your voice matters. We care about what YOU think. Take the Survey NOW! https://go.usa.gov/xPTUv

The third edition of the biennial Community Strengths and Themes Assessment is underway at the Maneuver Center of Excellence. It will run through Sept. 24 and close Nov. 16.

“The intent of this online needs assessment is to capture the ‘pulse’ of our Fort Benning community using a more holistic approach,” says Else Seifu, MCoE Surgeon’s Cell Health Promotion Program Officer and the Fort Benning Community Ready and Resilient Integrator.

The CSTA provides an understanding of the community’s concerns on quality of life, health, safety and satisfaction within the environment of Fort Benning.

This assessment covers a wide array of topics and survey takers will be asked such questions like, “What do you think are the top five most important ‘health problems’ in your community?” and, “Identify the top strengths of our Installation.”

“The needs assessment is anonymous and only captures basic demographic information in order to get an appreciation of the specific needs of our populations, so that we can implement targeted interventions,” Seifu said. “We have used the CSTA, along with other qualitative and quantitative data points to make actionable changes. A great example is seen in the goals and objectives of the Main Post Area Developmental Plan.”

The outcome of the assessment is briefed at the CG’s Executive Community Health Promotion Council Meeting, and will imbedded into the CHPC Strategic Plan and disseminated through various marketing channels.

We care about what you think. Take the survey now: https://go.usa.gov/xPTUv

MCOE SURGEON CELL | Health Promotion Program

Purple Ribbon Awareness Kickoff-Campaign Pick up your Purple Ribbon at the Family Advocacy Office, Bldg. 36 7131 Richardson Circle October 1-31

“Hands Are NOT For Hitting Display” Children's Safety Program 1St Division Road CDC OCTOBER 1-31

Columbus Mayor’s Domestic Violence Proclamation Signing Ceremony City Services Building, Macon Road 5:30pm October 2

Domestic Violence Roundtable Domestic Violence & FAP Awareness Walk Awareness Display From Country’s on Broadway Martin Army Community to the Government Center Hospital Lobby Walk at 5:30pm 11:00am – 2:00pm Vigil Ceremony at 6:00pm October 7 October 9

“Dare to Be Aware” “Think Purple and Pink” Safety Class Awareness Run ACS Auditorium Stewart-Watson Field 7117 Baltzell Ave Registration begins at 1:30pm – 3:00pm 9:30am. Run begins October 11 10:00am-12:00pm October 13

EFMP & FAP Safety Domestic Violence Awareness Trunk or Treat Awareness Display ACS Parking Lot, Bldg. 7 Receive the book: 5:00pm – 7:00pm “Crazy Love” October 25 Post Exchange Atrium 1:30 pm – 3:00pm October 26

For additional information, please contact Family Advocacy at (706) 545-3202 or (706) 626-2614

$ 1032 Broadway  Columbus, GA (Free parking on street or at RiverCenter garage)

Buffet  Cash Bar  Spouses Invited! All participants take part in the mystery, but you may choose your level of involvement

Advance Purchase ONLY by Friday Oct. 19th

Attire: Dress in character! Character assignments will be emailed to you after you purchase your ticket

 Bring a cash donation to support The Benning Benevolence Fund 

Mystery by NightOfMystery.com

Holiday Bazaar & Luncheon

28, 2018

10:30 1:00

$25 2

We accept: BATTLE BUDDY The Battle Buddy Resource Center is a food & hygiene Non-perishable, unopened RESOURCE CENTER pantry under the Fort food Benning Chaplains and Chapel Congregations. Unopened/unused hygiene “Combating Hunger One Can At A Time” products It is available to all DOD ID CHAPLAIN REFERRED card holders, living on Fort Unopened/unused cleaning FOOD & HYGIENE PANTRY Benning and in the products

6451 ANDERSON PLAZA surrounding areas, with a (off of Anderson Street) Chaplain referral. Unopened/unused laundry soap, fabric softener, and BUILDING 488 The BBRC seeks to dish soap FORT BENNING, GA 31905 communicate compassion, (706) 545-4119 Diapers, wipes, baby hope, and support to the hygiene products community. Pet food If you are in need of assistance, please contact your unit Chaplain. How to Donate:

Individual & group donations: You can also call the BBRC at Items can be dropped off at the (706) 545-4119 or email us at BBRC during our operating hours battlebuddyresourcecenter@ or placed in our donation box.

gmail.com for more Monetary donations: Given to information. the Benevolence Fund. Please Hours of Operation: contact the Community Spouses’ After duty hours and on Club at Tuesday holidays, please contact the [email protected] 11 am – 1 pm for more information. Fort Benning staff duty desk at (706) 545-2218 or (706) Interested in donating your Wednesday 626-1871 to reach the 24 time? Contact the BBRC for 4 pm – 6 pm more information on how to

hour on-call Chaplain. become a volunteer! Thursday 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm VISIT US AT: A map is provided on the back

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. www.facebook.com/fortbenningbbrc to assist you in locating us.

FORT BENNING (Main Post) ACP ACP

Marchant Street

WHINSEC Benning Club

Bldg #4

BATTLE BUDDY RESOURCE CENTER Security6451 Anderson Division, Plaza (off DPTMS, Anderson 6630 St) Ashley Ave,Building Bldg 2892488 Fort Benning, GA 31905 (706) 545-4119

Muscogee County School District Middle & High School Academy/Magnet Open House Schedule 2018-2019

Open House Contact Middle School Magnet Program Time Date(s) Information Robert Ogburn Arnold Magnet Academy Math, Science and Technology October 25, 2018 6:00 p.m. Coordinator 706-748-2436 Traveika Hunter, East Columbus Magnet Academy Gifted and Talented November 13, 2018 6:00 p.m. Coordinator 706-565-3026 Jessica Bowling, Fort Middle School Service Learning Academy December 4, 2018 6:30 p.m. Coordinator 706-569-3740 Rainey-McCullers School of the Erica Witzke, Fine Arts October 18, 2018 6:30 p.m. Coordinator Arts ( Middle and High) 706-748-3304 Kimberly Casleton, International Baccalaureate Richards Middle School November 1, 2018 6:00 p.m. Coordinator Programme 706-569-3697

Shannon Floyd and George Washington Carver High STEM (Science, Technology, Carlos Jackson, December 5, 2018 6:00 p.m. School Engineering and Mathematics) Coordinators 706-748-2499 Priscilla Boswell, November 13 and Columbus High School Liberal Arts Magnet 7:00 p.m. Coordinator 15, 2018 706-748-2534 Dr. Michael Forté, Early College Academy Early College December 11, 2018 6:00 p.m. Coordinator 706-748-2948 Ashley Snow, International Baccalaureate Hardaway High School October 30, 2018 6:00 p.m. Coordinator Programme 706-748-2766 Rhonda Lloyd, Muscogee County Career Jordan Vocational High School December 13, 2018 6:30 p.m. Coordinator Academy 706-748-2819 Orithius Hardge and Academy of Communication Lindsey Redondo Kendrick High School November 1, 2018 6:00 p.m. Arts and Design Coordinators 706-565-2960 Denise Fuller, Engineering and Biomedical Northside High School November 7, 2018 6:30 p.m. Coordinator Science 706-748-2920 Rainey-McCullers School of the Erica Witzke, Arts Fine Arts October 18, 2018 6:30 p.m. Coordinator (Middle and High School) 706-748-3304 Taylor Kinkade, William Henry Shaw High School Mass Communications Academy November 6, 2018 6:00 p.m. Coordinator 706-569-3638 Sean Myers, William Henry Spencer High The Academy for Computer November 29, 2018 6:00 p.m. Coordinator Science and Game Design School 706-683-8701

12-2:00 PM

All pets must be registered with your Management Office and Fort Benning. If your pet is not registered, you can register them at the event! Owners are responsible for picking up after their pets. All dogs are required to be on a leash outside of the pool area. The pool is not open for children and/or adults– Pooches Only! PAGE TWO

One skillet does it Cuban style red beans and rice served your way

A great way to up the nutrition quality of your diet is to consider increasing

the number of plant-based meals in your menu. This dietitian approved recipe of Cuban style red beans give you the option to prepare it without meat. Either way, it’s a delicious, easy to prepare dish.

YOUR COMMISSARY … It’s Worth the Trip!

Upcoming Holiday Hours: Our Deli Bakery Department is here

COLUMBUS DAY to help you with your party trays Monday, October 8th such as chicken tenders, wings, mini Store Hours 0900-1700 subs, meat and cheese, and cubed

cheese. Decorated Party Cakes can be ordered with a 24- hour notice.

IT’S FOOTBALL SEASON! TIME FOR PARTIES AND TAILGAITING………

The Produce Department has all the Halloween Candy? goodness of fresh fruits and Yes! For those folks that just can’t vegetable platters. A 48-hour wait for the candy corn and the notice is greatly appreciated. candy spiders and eyeballs, well,

you’re in luck. Stop by and stock Contact the Meat Department to up early. Take all that candy home, The Fort Benning Commissary is place your order for special cuts, eat it, then come back and get some and special orders. A 24-hour more! currently undergoing some notice is greatly appreciated. renovations. Please pardon our appearance while we make improvements to better serve you!

8150 Marne Road, Bldg 9230 Fort Benning, GA 31905 FOLLOWUS

Fort Benning Commissary

October 2018 VOLUME 10, ISSUE 2

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Prices, like leaves, are falling at your commissary Fall means cooler weather, but savings American Festival of Savings, the P&G are heating up at your commissary. Monster Jam Celebration, Energy Action Throughout October commissaries will Month sale, Big Game Fan Feast and offer discounts beyond everyday savings. DeCA/Exchange Cares. Check your store’s “end of the aisle” for And don’t forget, while quantities last themed items with extra low pricing. All we’re selling select frozen turkeys at 49 customers are encouraged to check with cents per pound. their store for details or visit their store “The commissary can help bring you a web page to verify what’s available at taste of home, wherever you may be their particular store. stationed around the world, with savings Enjoy consistently The list of promotions includes: you deserve,” said Tracie Russ, DeCA’s lower prices on the items Celebrate Octoberfest, Italian and director of sales. you love! Staying informed about food-safety-related recalls can be a full-time job. Year-round savings, trusted Thanks to Commissaries.com, it’s just a couple of clicks away. Click Stay Informed brands and great prices daily. for alerts on products sold in commissaries or on All Recalls from the FDA.

Sun: 1000-1900 Wed: 1000-2100 Dept. Ext. Store Director Dept. Ext. Mon: 1000-2100 Thu: 0900-2100 PHONE Customer Service 3325 STORE [email protected] Produce 3328 Tue: 1000-2100 Fri: 0900-2100 Asst. Store Dir. 3307 Number 706-544-3965 x 3351 Meat 3341 Hours Sat: 0900-1900 Grocery 3320 Secretary 3305 Early Bird Mon-Sat 0700-0900 Shopping: Self Check-Out Only

OFFICiAL PUBLICATION OF THE NATIONAL INFANTRY MUSEUM FOUNDATION THE INFANTRY HERITAGE LETTER Coming Up at the Nati onal Infantry Museum

Teacher Appreciati on Event Saturday, August 25 Teachers of all kinds -- public school, private school, homeschool, Sunday school -- are invited to experience the NIM as our guest from 9am to 1pm. We’ll enjoy popcorn and a ﬁ lm in the Giant Screen Theater, go on a mission in the DownRange Combat Simulators, and learn about the great things the NIM can oﬀ er your students. Bring a guest! RVSP 706-653-9234 ext 5818. AUG 25

Global War on Terrorism Memorial Rededicati on Saturday, September 8 25 names of the fallen have been added to the Global War on Terrorism Memorial since it was dedicated at the NIM in 2017. We will hold a rededicati on ceremony at 11am on Sep- tember 8 to honor all those who have served and their families. Eight granite panels on the SEP 8 Memorial now hold 6,940 names of those killed in the conﬂ ict since 9/11.

Volunteer Fair Sunday, September 30 The Nati onal Infantry Museum is the perfect place to volunteer! Give back to the community and say ‘thank you’ to Soldiers and their families at the same ti me. At the Volunteer Fair, you’ll get a short tour, see a ﬁ lm, try your hand in the combat simulators and visit the Vietnam and Global War on Terrorism Memorials. At the end of the day, take your movie popcorn into the Giant

SEP 30 SEP Screen Theater to learn everything you need to know to sign up. More info at 706-653-9234.

BotOberfest Saturday, October 20 Robots are taking over Columbus and Fort Benning! And that’s a good thing. The RoboPatriot Games will be held at the NIM and Oxbow Meadows on Saturday, October 20. Watch drone races, RoboCombat and Cross Domain challenges across land, water, air, even cyberspace. This event will bring roboti cs pros from across the country and will help put our community at the forefront of the roboti cs industry. Details coming soon! OCT 20

Veterans Day Observance Sunday, November 11 This year on Veterans Day we commemorate the 100th anniversary of the armisti ce that ended World War I. Join us for this special observance that will also include a paver dedicati on ceremony, a ﬂ ag reti rement ceremony, and a mini-camp for kids. Kids will enjoy hands-on acti viti es and

NOV 11 NOV leave with a bett er appreciati on for the holiday. More info at 706-653-9234. Soldier Marathon Saturday, November 17

The NIM is proud to welcome the 9th annual Soldier Marathon, Half-Marathon, Relay, and 5K on November 17. The marathon beneﬁ ts organizati ons that support the military, including the Nati onal Infantry Museum, House of Heroes, Team Red, White & Blue, and Fort Benning MWR. Register at soldiermarathon.com, or come out to the ﬁ nish line to cheer them on! NOV 17 NOV

Holidays on the Homefront - Kelly’s Zeroes and Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 1 Kick oﬀ our month-long celebrati on of Holidays on the Homefront with a breakfast with a vintage Santa Claus on World War II Company Street, and drills with our friends and living historians, Kelly’s Zeroes. The breakfast will require pre-registrati on. Watch for details com- DEC 1 ing soon!

Polar Express Begins Select dates in December The Polar Express will be returning in dazzling 3D to the Giant Screen Theater on Decem- ber 7 for one of our favorite traditi ons. Wear your pajamas for a trip to the North Pole to discover what it means to truly believe. There’ll be a dozen scheduled screenings through- DEC 7 out December; check our website for showti mes.

Holidays on the Homefront - Coﬀ ee Klatsch Saturday, December 8

Grown-ups love making holiday ornaments, too! This is your chance to join your friends for coﬀ ee, conversati on and craft s in the World War II Street Mess Hall. Watch our website

DEC 8 and Facebook page for details coming soon.

Holidays on the Homefront - NIM Kids Mini-Camp Saturday, December 15 Whether your kids come from a military family or not, they’ll enjoy learning about life on the homefront during the holidays. They’ll watch a movie, make craft s, enjoy refresh- ments and simply have a good ti me. Saturday, December 15, from 2pm to 6pm. Email Alexis at campdirector@nati onalinfantryfoundati on.org to pre-register. DEC 15

NIM Kids Winter Film Fest Select dates in December and January The holidays are over, but the kids are sti ll on vacati on. Looking for inexpensive ways to entertain them? Bring them to the Giant Screen Theater for FREE family-friendly movies on select dates between December 26 and January 5. Watch for ti tles and a schedule on

DEC 26 www.nati onalinfantrymuseum.org.

Be sure to try your For more information about any of hand at our these events, visit us on our social media pages, on our website at DOWNRANGE www.nationalinfantrymuseum.org, COMBAT SIMULATORS or call 706-685-5800. too! Halloween Safety Gram Fort Benning will observe Halloween on 31 October between 1800-2000

Halloween Safety Tips for Kids and Adults

Halloween is a highly anticipated holiday for kids and adults alike. For many people Halloween marks the beginning of the autumn and winter holidays. Nearly 1 in 3 adults will attend a Halloween party this year. Whether going to a party or trick-or-treating with the kids, don’t forget to think about safety.

When trick-or-treating with the kids

□ If you are the designated adult “candy dispenser” on trick-or-treat night be sure to turn all porch and exterior house lights on so folks don’t trip on the steps leading to your house or sidewalk.

□ Map out a safe neighborhood route for your children to follow. It’s even a good idea to walk it ahead of time with your kids.

□ For children under 13 years old, it’s a wise idea to have an adult accompany them during the trick-or-treating.

□ Warn children never to go inside a home. All trick-or-treating should be done in full view of the porch.

□ Be sure to inspect your child’s bounty before they eat any of it. Discard any candy that is homemade or not fully wrapped and sealed.

□ Reinforce traffic safety rules with your children including looking both ways before crossing a street and following all traffic signs.

□ Make sure costumes are easy to see in the dark. While black is often used to create a scary costume, it isn’t visible to drivers unless there are reflective patches. Also, check that the costumes are flame retardant.

□ Be sure you have fully charge cell phones or walkie-talkies in case of an emergency. Test out the ring tone before the kids leave the house.

□ Masks can impair vision; try using face-makeup instead. For the Halloween Party Crowd

□ Designate a sober driver in advance. If intending to drink alcohol, plan ahead to get home safely by selecting a designated driver or ensuring cab service is available from the party location.

□ Consider an overnight stay. If attending a party at a friend’s home, consider asking to stay overnight or look into hotel accommodations within walking distance. Many hotels offer special Halloween weekend rates and promotions.

□ Exercise extreme caution when driving a vehicle. If possible, try to avoid cutting through residential areas where trick-or-treaters are likely to be present. If providing directions to a party, try not to route guests through residential areas unnecessarily.

□ Watch for children in the street. Be on the alert for excited youngsters, whose vision may be obscured by masks, darting out into traffic. Trick-or-treating, children may not pay attention to traffic and might cross mid- block or between parked cars.

□ Obey the speed limit and be prepared to stop if someone runs in front of you. When driving through residential areas where trick-or-treaters are likely out, consider driving under the designated speed.

Halloween is a fun-filled holiday. Follow these safety tips to avoid any unwanted Halloween scares. Make Halloween a safe, fun, and happy time that is enjoyed by kids and adults alike! October 1, 2018

October 6 Smith Fitness Center will host a Fitness Marathon 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. October 6, with free classes in zumba, zumba step, zumba toning, LesMills Bodypump, LesMills RPM, LesMills Grit series, TRX, spin, Insanity, Plyo, power yoga, and a Mobile Murph bootcamp. Personal trainers will be available to offer free assessments. The schedule and options follows:

10 a.m. - Zumba Sentao, Spin, Yoga or Grit October 17 We offer monthly CPR/First Aid/AED training for MWR 10:45 a.m. - Zumba, Extreme Cycle, Ab Attack or Strong by Zumba patrons for $90. Upon successfully completion, participants receive an American Red Cross Certification valid for two 11:30 a.m. - Kettleball, TRX, Yoga or Bootcamp years. Classes are 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. at Doughboy Stadium Door #10. We require at least six participants to conduct a 12:15 p.m. - Bodypump, RPM, Yoga or Zumba Tone class. To register, email [email protected].

Dare to Be Aware Safety Course! With Fay Fountain at the ACS Auditorium October 11 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. October 16

We will auction used and abandoned vehicles at 10 a.m. October 16 at the impound lot at the intersection of Kilgore and Marchant streets on Fort Benning’s Main Post. This event is open to the public, and auto dealers are welcome. You may preview vehicles 1 – 3 p.m. October 12 and October 15. Bidders who do not attend a preview day are encouraged to arrive early, between 8 and 10 a.m., on the day of the auction to obtain a bidder’s card, which is required to participate. Guests who do not have authorized access to Fort Benning in the form of a military ID or civilian employee ID should plan to arrive early, using the Interstate 185 entrance, to acquire a visitor’s pass or do so on one of the preview days to expedite the process. We will accept cash, check, VISA, Mastercard, American Express or Discover. A bank letter will be required for those paying by check to guarantee funds. Vehicles must be picked up by October 19. For more information, call 706-545-7298. October 24 November 4 – Register now! The Employment Readiness Program and the Villages of Benning host free classes each month at neighborhood event rooms to help spouses in the areas of professional development and employment. You may attend any and all of these classes in any village. These classes include information on the job search, resume development, scholarships and education goals. First class is 6-8 p.m. at the Custer Village Event Room. To register, call 706-545-4043. October 2 - 6

Lee County Fair Lee County AL Fair Grounds 2316 Lafayette Parkway, Opelika, AL 36801 October 2 – 6; October 2 opens at 4 p.m.; October 3 – 5 opens at 6 p.m.; October 6 opens at 4 p.m. It’s that time again! The Lee County Fair! Sponsored by The Opelika Exchange Club. Fair admissions: $3.00 Adults $2.00 12 and under. Free admission opening night October 2, 4 -6 p.m. Live music Thursday and Friday and Saturday nights. Buy any armband for $20 Ride All Rides all week! Funnel cakes, cotton candy, hotdogs and burgers! Come have a ball this fall at the Lee County Fair! https://www.facebook.com/events/241924926456863/

October 12-13 October 19-21

Alice in Wonderland Family Theatre 2100 Hamilton Road, Columbus, GA 31904 October 12-13/19-20, 7:30 p.m. October 21, 2:30 p.m. Family Theatre presents “Alice In Wonderland.” Alice has found herself in a rabbit’s hole, and she wants to go home. First, she has to overcome her temper and gain patience from some of Wonderland’s peculiar characters. Tickets: Adults – $12, Seniors & Military – $10, Students – $8, Ages 3-5 – $5, Ages 1-2 – Free, Family Ticket – $40. General seating. Complimentary desserts available at intermission. Sodas, water, coffee & popcorn for sale before show & intermission. Theatre doors open 30 minutes before show time. Request a table and bring your own dinner to enjoy before the show. www.familytheatre.org October – November 4 October 13 & 14, 20 & 21

The Sleepy Hollow Experience 10950 Hutchesons Ferry Road Chattahoochee Hills, GA 30268 Evenings: Wed-Sun • 8: p.m.; Late shows: Fri-Sat • 10:30 p.m. Georgia Apple Festival Family Experience: Sat-Sun • 2 p.m. Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds As autumn cools the steaming earth and leaves begin to turn, we’re 1729 South Main Street, Ellijay, GA 30540 bringing back our favorite fall fright fest: The Sleepy Hollow October 13-14, October 20-21 Experience. Following five sold out seasons and recognition as one Saturdays 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sundays, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. of the ‘Top Five Halloween Plays in the Country’ by American The Georgia Apple Festival brings two exciting weekends to Theatre Magazine, patrons will enjoy a fresh adaptation by Serenbe Ellijay, Georgia every year with hundreds of vendors offering Playhouse’s Brian Clowdus. This immersive Halloween experience food, art, crafts, and more, as well visitors from all over. is sure to have heads rolling. Are you afraid of the dark? No worries! The Ellijay Lions Club, the Gilmer County Chamber of Due to popular request, we are proud to present The Sleepy Hollow Commerce, the cities of Ellijay and East Ellijay, and Gilmer Family Experience. Bring the whole family to Tarrytown and County invite everyone to come and enjoy the 47th year of experience the retelling of this classic American ghost story in the the Georgia Apple Festival. There are over 300 vendors with comfort of daylight. Join the cast at a Fall Festival pre-show and handmade, hand-crafted items, as well as many on-site during intermission. Parental guidance is advised. demonstrations of how selected types of crafts are made. *This is a traveling performance without seating* This year promises many new crafts as well as favorites Chairs and mobility assistance can be provided by request through from past festivals. There is a parade and antique car show our Box Office: 770.463.1110 each year. The antique car show is held at the Civic Center http://www.serenbeplayhouse.com/shows-events/current- on October 13th. The parade is on October 20th and begins season/sleepy-hollow-experience at 10 AM in historic downtown Ellijay. Admission: Adult - $5, Children under 10 are free http://www.georgiaapplefestival.org/

October 30

Georgia High School Association Cheerleading State Championship Columbus Civic Center, 400 4th St, Columbus, GA 31901 November 9, 9 a.m., 2 p.m., & 7 p.m.; November 10, 9 a.m. & 2 p.m. Doors for each session open 1 hour before the session starts. The Civic Center will be cleared between each Session each day. Please make sure your ticket purchase is for your team's session. Parking $5; General admission (Per Session) $12.00 Tickets available at Garden Bros. Circus Ticketmaster.com Columbus Civic Center, 400 4th St, Columbus, GA 31901 Absolutely no flash photography allowed from any mobile phone, October 30, 4:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. tablet, or camera. This is a danger to the cheerleaders and displays Parking $5 cash per car. Adults $27.50, VIP Adult $37.50, poor sportsmanship toward the teams competing. Violators are Kids $12.50, VIP Kids $22.50, VIP Upgrades with free subject to removal from the venue. For more information, visit GHSA child's ticket or paid adult/child ticket. website: www.ghsa.net/ghsa-cheerleading-state-championships This year's production is packed with breathtaking special effects, concert style lighting and 3 RINGS bursting with More events can be found: excitement, laughter and memories that families will cherish. We have brought the very best performers from 18 countries MCoE Event Calendar making up a cast of over 60 performers. Its 1.5 hours of excitement and fun at Garden Bros Circus! www.gardenbroscircus.com