Places to go, Things to do Aug. 11, 2022 - Fort Leavenworth Lamp

2022-08-13 05:00:49 By : Ms. Sharon Wang

Resiliency Center, Fort Leavenworth, Kan. Photo by Prudence Siebert/Fort Leavenworth Lamp

There are only FOUR REMAINING MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSES FOR THE SEASON. The last Advanced Rider Courses are Aug. 12, 22 and 26 . The last Basic Rider Course is Aug 24-25. Motorcycle safety courses will begin again in April. For more information contact the Garrison Safety Office at 913-684-1741.

The Exceptional Family Member Program CHALK THE PARK MEET and GREET is 9:30-11:30 a.m. Aug. 12 at the EFMP BarrierFree Playground behind the Post Theater. This is a free event; registration is not required. For more information, call 913-684-2871.

The HOMESCHOOL RESOURCE FAIR is 1-2:30 p.m. Aug. 12 at the Fort Leavenworth Post Exchange. This is a free event with state resources, information on sports, co-ops and more. For more information, call 913-674-0447.

The Army Community Service Family Advocacy Program BACK-TO-SCHOOL FAMILY BOWLING is Aug. 12-26. Each person will receive a coupon for two free games and shoe rental. Event is open to active-duty families only, registration required. To register, call 913-6842808/2800.

The Army Community Service New Parent Support Program STROLLER WALK is 9-10 a.m. every Tuesday beginning at the Resiliency Center, 600 Thomas Ave. For more information or to register, call 913-601-7866 or 913-684-2800.

The Combined Arms Research Library STORYWALK “EXPLORERS OF THE WILD” is now through Aug. 14. The walk begins at the book drop.

Keep track of the Combined Arms Research Library StoryWalks offered through the summer with the STORYWALK PASSPORT, available at the circulation desk. The walk begins at the book drop. Fill out the survey at the end of the walk to be entered to win a free book at https://carlcgsc.libwizard.com/f/CARL-StoryWalk-Survey.

The 2022 U.S. ARMY ARTS AND CRAFTS CONTEST is now accepting submissions through Aug. 15. For more information, visit www.armymwr.com/artsandcrafts.

The next New Parent Support Program INFANT MASSAGE CLASSES are Aug. 15 and 22 and Oct. 3, 17, 24 and 31. To register, call 913-601-7866 or 913-684-2800.

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers has EVENTS in August at the Single Soldier Quarters, 401 Cody Ave. BOSS Movie Night is at 9 p.m. Aug. 27. The Anger Management event is 8 a.m. or 3 p.m. Aug. 30.

Registration is open for the Strike Zone Bowling Center FALL BOWLING LEAGUE. The Tuesday Unit Organization League meets Aug. 30; season begins Sept. 6. The Thursday Morning Ladies League meets Sept. 1; season begins Sept. 8. The Saturday Morning Youth League meets Sept. 10; league begins Sept. 17. For more information, call 913-651-2195.

The Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation INTRAMURAL FLAG FOOTBALL season starts Sept. 2. Coaches meetings will be at 6 p.m. Aug.18 at Gruber Fitness Center. Rosters and letters of intent are due by Aug. 31. Games will be Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Gruber Football Field. For more information, call 913-6843224/5186.

The Fort Leavenworth Rod and Gun Club SUMMER COMBO LEAGUE meets Thursdays through Aug. 18. Cost is $25 per five-person team. For more information, call 913-651-8132.

The Harrold Youth Center TEENFEST is 6-9 p.m. Aug. 19. This is a free event open to children in grades 6-12. For more information, call 913-684-5118.

The Army Community Service EMPOWERING FAMILIES WORKSHOP SERIES is 9-10:30 a.m. at the Fort Leavenworth Resiliency Center conference room or via Zoom on various days. “Special Education: Parents Rights and Responsibilities” is Aug. 18. “Let’s Talk IEPs” is Sept. 15. “Transition to Adulthood: Raising Expectations Through Person-Centered Planning” is Oct. 20. “Self-Determination and the IEP” is Nov. 17. “Supported Decision-Making” is Dec. 15. To register, visit https://empowerfamilies.eventbrite.co. For more information, e-mail leia@familiestogettherinc.org or call 785233-4777.

The Fort Leavenworth Spouses’ Club SUPER SIGN-UP is Aug. 24 at the Frontier Conference Center. Events will be Sept. 14, Oct. 22, Nov. 9, Dec. 14, Jan. 18, Feb. 10, March 8, April 26 and May 10. Special events will be the Holiday Market Nov. 19, Dining In March 4 and Golf Scramble April 29. For more information, visit www.fortleavenworthspousesclub.org. To join FLSC, visit https://form.jotform.com/221426056197153.

Fort Leavenworth Child and Youth Services FALL 2022 YOUTH SPORTS AND FITNESS Soccer is Sept. 12-13 through Oct. 26-27 for ages 5-10, Oct. 26-27 and dates to be determined for U12 and U14. Cost is $45. Start Smart Soccer is Sept. 20 and 22 through Oct. 18 and 20 for ages 3-4. Cost is $25 with an optional Start Smart Soccer Kit for $36. Start Smart Flag Football is Sept. 19 and 21 through Oct. 19 and 24 for ages 3-4.Cost is $25 with an optional Start Smart Flag Football Kit for $36. Flag Football is Sept. 12 through Oct. 26 for children in grades 3-4 and 5-6. Cost is $45. Cheerleading is Sept. 12 through Oct. 26 for ages 5-12. Cost is $55. Running Club is Sept.13 through Oct. 29 for children in grades 3-8. Cost is $45. Enrollment and current CYS registration required, sports physical not required. For more information, call 913-684-7525/26.

The Fort Leavenworth Spouses’ Club is LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS to fill the following positions: treasurer, publicity and vendor coordinator. To apply, visit at https://form.jotform.com /210347 638637158.

Registration is now open for the Fort Leavenworth 2022 RUN/WALK FOR THE FALLEN. The race begins at 8 a.m. Sept. 17 at the Resiliency Center. Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. For more information, visit leavenworth.army mwr.com.