KAYAK CLASS at Spesutie Island Marina August 30 & p.m. $60 per person

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1 ISSUE 8-2 KAYAK CLASS at Spesutie Island Marina August 30 & p.m. $60 per person Registration Deadline: 3 Days before the class. Minimum requirement must be met in order to have the class; however, patrons can register up until the class if it is not full. Open to all eligible MWR patrons over the age of 18. For more information and to register contact the Outdoor Recreation Office at /5789/2134/2135

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3 PAGE 3 Army Community Service Resume and Interview Tips Army Community Service, Building 2503 Highpoint Road Wednesday, August 9 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m. In partnership with Kelly Services, Inc. Learn the steps to creating a winning résumé as well as helpful tips to build your interview skills. (Each class covers the same information) Registration Required: To reserve a seat, please call Marilyn Howard, ACS Employment Readiness Program Manager at or marilyn.e.howard.civ@mail.mil Volunteer Management Information System (VMIS) Training August 24, a.m.-12 p.m. ACS Conference Room, Bldg 2503 Whether you are new to volunteering or have volunteered for many years, it s never too late to register as a volunteer on VMIS! Why VMIS? - Apply for volunteer positions on and off post - Track ALL your volunteer hours - Retain all of your volunteer information, trainings and awards - Receive recognition at annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony! Bring your laptop so that you can register on the spot! (Optional) Opened to the first 30 people who register. For more information or to register, please contact Sarah Polanco, Army Volunteer Corps Program Manager, sarah.polanco.civ@mail.mil,

4 PAGE 4 Army Community Service Start & Revitalize Your Career Today! 11:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m. Army Community Service (ACS) Bldg 2503 Highpoint Rd. Wednesday, September 20 Whether you are starting a new career or need a boost in your current career, this workshop will help you with the following: - set a career path that defines you - create strategies to move your career to the next level -set S.M.A.R.T. goals that work: (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic Time bound) -be the job applicant that stands out. To enroll in this FREE class you must register with ACS Employment Readiness Program Manager, In partnership with ACS Employment Program, ACS Volunteer Program, and APG Federal Credit Union

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6 PAGE 6 Did you know? Volunteers Needed! Team APG- Oktoberfest is fast approaching. We are looking for volunteers to assist with this year s festivities. If you or someone you know would like to volunteer, please contact the Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator, Sarah Polanco, sarah.polanco.civ@mail.mil; Facility Closure EA Recreation Center, Building E4140 will be closed August 14 to 22, 2017 for a building maintenance project. Contact AA Recreation Center/LTO, Building 3326, APG, AA, MD or for Leisure Travel and Recreation Center services during this time. ATTENTION ACTIVE DUTY SOLDIERS APG MWR will send 16 soldiers to participate as TEAM APG in the Army 10 Miler on Oct 8. To be selected for one of these prepaid slots soldiers must participate in the APGMWR 10 Miler Qualifier on Aug 18 at 6 a.m. in the PX parking lot. Register online at For more info contact the APG Sports Office, Click for Interactive Customer Evaluation

7 PAGE 7 BJ's Membership Signups Tuesday, Sept 12 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. EA Exton Golf Course Clubhouse, Bldg E1260 Wednesday, Sept 13 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. APG Brewner Bowling Center, Bldg 2342 Don t miss this! Sam's Club Membership signups Tuesday, October 3 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. EA Exton Golf Course Clubhouse, Bldg E2160 Wednesday, October 4 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. APG Brewner Bowling Center, Bldg 2342 COSTCO Membership signups Tuesday, October 24 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. EA Exton Golf Course, E1260 Wise Rd. Wednesday, October 25 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. APG Brewner Bowling Center, Bldg 2342 For more information contact patricia.e.harkins.naf@mail.mil Phone Number: LUNCH HOURS Tue - Thu, 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CLICK HERE FOR INFO Equipment Rental Outdoor Recreation has a variety of party, camping, game and watercraft equipment available for rent to eligible patrons. From bounce houses and dunk tank, to tents, kayaks and trailers, MWR rentals provide solutions for a backyard birthday party or an upcoming camping trip. Equipment rentals include:. Canopies, folding chairs and tables. Bounce houses, dunking booths and yard games. Grills, ice chests and water coolers. Utility and travel trailers. Tents, sleeping bags, camping cots and chairs, camping stoves, generators, lanterns and backpacks. Motor boats, canoes, kayaks, life vests, paddleboards, and associated trailers. For rates or questions, call /5789 or go online at

8 PAGE 8 What s Happening? Cirque Du Soleil Ovo Discounted Tickets Royal Farms Arena, 201 W Baltimore Street Aug $60/$70 (while supplies last) OVO is an immersion into the teeming and energetic world of insects. The show is a headlong rush into a colorful ecosystem teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter, play, fight and look for love in a non-stop riot of energy and movement. The insects home is a world of biodiversity and beauty filled with noisy action and moments of quiet emotion. To purchase tickets visit MWR Leisure Travel Services at the AA Recreation Center, Building 3326 or EA Recreation Center, Building E4140. Questions? Call or us at usarmy.apg.imcom.list.apgr-usag-mwr-leisuretravel@mail.mil Kayak Excursion at Skippers Point September 1 6-8:30 p.m. $40 per person Registration Deadline: 5 Days before the excursion. Minimum requirement must be met in order to have the excursion; however, patrons can register up until the excursion if it is not full. Open to all eligible MWR patrons over the age of 18. For more information and to register contact the Outdoor Recreation Office at /5789/2134/2135 For more info visit: Contact: usarmy.apg.imcom.list.apgr-usag-mwr-leisuretravel@mail.mil, or call

9 PAGE 9 Child and Youth Services Contact the Parent Central Office, Bldg 2503, Rooms 210/211/209. Please call (410) /7479 to schedule an appointment. Hey APG Parents, there's a NEW OPPORTUNITY for children attending Deerfield Elementary and William Paca Elementary Schools! Harford County Public School (HCPS) currently provides round-trip transportation for children and youth attending from the Edgewood Youth Center to Edgewood Elementary, Edgewood Middle, and Edgewood High Schools. In an effort to better serve the Edgewood community, if there is adequate interest, transportation will be provided for eligible children attending Deerfield Elementary and William Paca Elementary Schools! To be eligible, parents or guardians must be an Active Duty Solider, APG DoD Civilian employee, or a contractor working on EA-Aberdeen Proving Ground. Edgewood Youth Center is open 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday- Friday. As a shared facility for children and youth between K-12, the program introduces enriching experiences that inspire curiosity, promotes collaboration and encourage critical thinking. Your son/daughter will have choices between activities within these five (5) service areas: Education Support & Career Exploration (including STEAM-geared options); Character and Leadership Development; Health, Wellness and Life Skills; Sports, Fitness and Recreation; and The Arts. For more information about the Edgewood Youth Center, contact jay.a.mckinney.naf@mail.mil or call (410)

10 PAGE 10 Child and Youth Services Contact the Parent Central Office, Bldg 2503, Rooms 210/211/209. Please call (410) /7479 to schedule an appointment. CYS QUARTERLY PARENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING Wednesday, August 30 Bldg 2503 CYS Conference Room #214 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. CYS has established a Parent Advisory Board (PAB) that represents all of our programs. We encourage you to attend if you have a child that is currently enrolled in any program that we offer. Any CYS family who has a child enrolled in a full time CYS program will receive 2 Parent Participation Points for their attendance. Patrons are free to bring their own lunch if desired. For more information, contact norma.a.warwick.naf@mail.mil or call