Army Community Service’s Promotion Points is holding a new Parent Support Program Feb. 3 from 9-11 a.m. at the Early Childhood Activity Center, Bldg. 3705 on Dean Street. These monthly parenting education classes are designed for Soldiers and will be held the first Friday of every month.
For more information and to register, call 255-3898.
Fort Rucker’s Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers hosts a Super Bowl party Feb. 5 beginning at 4:30 p.m. in Bldg. 8350. Last year, more than 60 Soldiers attended. This year the party will feature pizza being served during half time and all Soldiers who attend are encouraged to bring some sort of party food – chips, dip, salsa, cookies, etc. – and soda and sweet tea will be provided. BOSS will provide a designated driver for those who consume alcohol during the event, but people are reminded to drink responsibly. The game will be shown on a big screen and video games will be available on the other televisions.
People are welcome to make additional suggestions about the party. For more, call 255-2677.
Mother Rucker’s hosts a Super Bowl party Feb. 5. For more, call Mother Rucker’s at 503-0396.
The Landing Zone hosts Character Dining with Kiddie Karaoke Feb. 7 from 5-8 p.m. For more, call 598-8025.
The Center Library hosts a Valentine’s Day craft making activity for children ages 3-11 from 4-5 p.m. Feb. 7. Light refreshments will be served and space is limited to the first 65 children.
Visit the library or call 255-3885 for more information.
Dueling Pianos performs at The Landing Feb. 11 from 8 p.m. to midnight. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Dueling Pianos is billed as an energetic musical show as two pianists “duel” to see who can play better and faster, with 176 keys of humor, singing and music. Tickets are $10 in advance at The Landing Zone, or $15 at the door. This show is open to ages 18 and older and is open to the public.
For more, call 598-2426.
Additionally, people are welcomed to make the evening a date by enjoying The Landing Zone Valentine’s Dinner Special beforehand for $35 per couple. Dinner will be served from 5–8 p.m. and includes a shrimp cocktail to share, choice of blackened red fish with Riesling cream sauce, 10 oz. sirloin, 12 oz. prime rib, or a Cajun chicken and shrimp pasta. All entrees come with a baked potato and side salad. Then choose a dessert to share of either cheese cake or Bourbon pecan pie. Reservations are not required, but are strongly suggested.
For more, call 598-8025.
Being new to the Army can be confusing, and Army Family Team Building Level I is designed to provide the knowledge and tools people need. AFTB I takes place Feb. 13 and 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The Commons in Bldg. 8950. Modules of learning include: military acronyms, chain of command, customs and courtesies and more.
For advanced registration and childcare information, call 255-2382.
The Exceptional Family Member Program invites all active duty military Families that have an exceptional Family member to the EFMP Information and Support Group meeting Feb. 14 from 9-10 a.m. at The Commons in Bldg. 8950 on Seventh Avenue. The topic for the meeting is EFMP respite care. Eligibility and enrollment procedures will also be discussed. This is an opportunity to learn and provide suggestions for future topics for the support group.
For information and to register, call Army Community Service’s EFMP at 255-9277.
The Landing Zone hosts a Valentine’s Day Family Pasta Buffet Feb. 14 from 5-8 p.m. Cost for adults is $10 and for every paid adult, two kids eat for free. Entertainment for children will be provided by Character Dining, a balloon performance and crafts.
For more, call 598-8025.
The Landing Zone hosts Mardi Gras Kid’s Night Feb. 21 from 5-8 p.m. Children are invited to dress in Mardi Gras-themed costumes, including face masks and outfits with the green, gold and purple colors. All children who attend in costume will put their names in a drawing for prizes. Children do not have to be present at time of drawing, but must have attended the event in costume to be eligible.
For more, call 598-2426 Ext. 35.
Army Community Service hosts a Blended Family Workshop Feb. 22 from 9-11:30 a.m. at the Early Childhood Activity Center. The workshop focuses on maintaining strong parent and child relationships, developing relationships within the blended Family, and effective communication and negotiation skills. People should register by Feb. 17. The Workshop is open to active duty servicemembers, retired military, Department of Defense civilian employees and their Family members.
For child care information and registration, call 255-9641 or 255-3898.
Army Community Service hosts an Anger Management Workshop Feb. 21 and 28 from 9-11 a.m. at the Family Advocacy Program Early Childhood Activity Center in Bldg. 3705 on Dean Street. The workshop helps people learn how to identify causes of anger, the symptoms of anger, techniques to mange anger and how to develop an anger management plan. This is a two-part series and participants must attend both sessions in order to receive a certificate. The workshop will not meet on holidays. The Workshop is open to active duty servicemembers, retired military, Department of Defense civilian employees and their Family members.
For child care information and registration, call 255-3898 or 255-9641.
Army Community Service offers its next Newcomers Welcome Feb. 24 from 8:30–10:30 a.m. at The Landing. Active duty, foreign students, Army civilians, and Family members are all welcome to attend the informative event to learn about Fort Rucker. A free light breakfast and Starbucks coffee will be served. For free childcare, register children at the child development center by calling 255-3564. Reservations must be made 24 hours prior to the event.
For more, call 255-3161 or 2887.
The Landing hosts Girls Night Out Feb. 24 from 6-9 p.m. in the ballroom. Girls Night Out features a disc jockey, fashion show, door prizes and gift bags, refreshments, and numerous organizations that cater to women. There will be a minimum of 100 gift bags drawn out during the event as well as a grand prize, and also other giveaways from the organizations. The event will also feature live entertainment in The Landing Zone later that evening, as well. Tickets can be bought until 2 p.m. Feb. 24 for $10 and for $15 at the door.
For more, call 255-9810.
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