2D MAINTENANCE BN

September 2011 Newsletter

FROM THE CO
Dear Exceptionally Supportive Family Members, Marines and Sailors: First of all, I am sorry to hear of any damages but am relieved knowing Jacksonville, North Carolina received minor damages during Hurricane Irene and extend best wishes for a speedy return to normalcy for our families that sustained any type of damages or loss. If you sustained damages and need assistance, do not hesitate to call or write, and I assure you we will fully assist. Morale amongst deployed personnel in Afghanistan remains high and support to combat units is outstanding. September marked the beginning of the final month of our combat deployment, and I could not be happier with the superior levels of performance our/your Marines and Sailors continuously deliver. Earlier this month, personnel from our Alpha Surgical Company, providers of resuscitative medical support to combat forces, successfully redeployed from Afghanistan to the United States after completing a remarkably productive six month deployment - Excellent Job. Bravo Surgical Company replaced Alpha Surgical Company, and if first impressions indicate the company's enduring success, Bravo Surgical Company's personnel will be equally effective during their combat deployment. Last week, Marines and Sailors deployed with 2d Maintenance Battalion (Forward) took well-deserved time to participate in a fun-filled recreation day filled with relaxing and competitive events (individual and team focused) which include soccer, volleyball, weight lifting, pull up, corn hole tosses, and horse shoes; along with the best barbecue (actually cooked on a grill) available in Afghanistan. Everyone had a great time and afterwards, immediately refocused on providing unmatched logistics support to units serving the Regional Command Southwest Area of Operation. Later this month, 2d Supply Battalion's personnel arrive in Afghanistan and our personnel begin redeploying to the United States to rejoin families and love one. Though nothing compares to serving our Nation in either the United States Navy or Marine Corps, everyone looks forward to rejoining loved ones and preparing the upcoming Marine Corps Birthday Ball and the Holiday Season. We are looking forward to seeing the many colorful and meaningful banners hung along the 2nd Maintenance Battalion fence. Again, your flawless and extremely generous support during this combat deployment has been the best I have ever seen. Speaking for the entire battalion of 1100+ personnel, we will proudly and courageously serve our fellow sisters and brothers until the very end of this deployment and excitedly look forward to returning to North Carolina. Semper Fidelis, Lieutenant Colonel Kevin R. Scott Commanding Officer

In This Issue:
From the FRO GS Motor T CO Surgical CO H&S CO Chaplains Corner Supply CO & 1stSgt New Places and Faces Information & Education Information & Education 2 2 3 3 5 5 6 7 8

Maintenance CO & 1stSgt 4

Calendar of Events for September

12th Cooperative Parenting & Divorce Wksp 13th Beyond the Brief Workshop (Week 2) 13th Family Readiness Volunteer Training 15th-16th Before I Do Workshop 16th -18th Marriage Enrichment Retreat I 24th Family Readiness Volunteer Training 20th-21st LINKS Spouses Workshop 21st-22nd Before I Do Workshop (evening) 24th LINKS Spouses Workshop 27th-28th Family Readiness Volunteer Training 29th Kids-N-Deployment Workshop 29th-30th Marriage Enrichment (Prep) Wksp For reservations for the classes call CREDO (910) 450-1668 LINKS(910) 451-1299 Life skills (910) 451-0176 Deployment Support 451-0176

27th Beyond the Brief Workshop 17th LINKS Kids (6-8) & Tweens (Week 4) (9-12) Wksp 20th Beyond the Brief Workshop (Week 3) 27th & 29th LINKS Mentor Training

Dont forget about or Google calendar and Face book page at the following links: (Face book) www.facebook.com/2dMaintenance-Battalion (Google Calendar) www.mccslejeune.com/ fro/2dmaintbn.html (Info Line) 1-800-664-7193 press 3 then press 2

From the FRO

September and October will continue to be very busy, but happy months for 2nd Maintenance Battalion and the families. We look forward to the return of our service members and their reunions with loved ones. At this time, we only have return dates for the Advon. However, as soon as I know anything I will post it on face book and update the 1-800 number. Please remember, we have received approval to utilize face book to provide information concerning the returns. The information posted will be only what we are authorized to post. We will not include flight routes, departure dates and times, etc. We will only post information concerning the arrivals. Additionally, we will utilize the 1-800 phone number. To use, dial 1-800-664-7193 and press 32. Face book and the 1-800 number will provide up to date information concerning returns. When your loved one calls or emails, ensure that you ask what flight that they will be on. The flights will be identified by 1, 2, 3 etc. I may not have this information and changes occur, so it is imperative that you ask your service member to keep you updated. My office consists of one staff member (me) and it is not possible for me to call over 2,000 people to relay information about the return. Please call the 1-800-664-7193 press 32 and or utilize face book. Unfortunately, the USMC is no longer using the MCT program that we have used on previous deployments. Therefore, remember to ask your loved one what flight they are on and to call the 1-800 number or check face book for changes and updates. Sign making parties were held August 6th and September 6th. We look forward to seeing the signs posted on the 2nd Maintenance Battalion compound fence. We are sure your returning loved one will also appreciate your efforts. As always, I would like to both commend and thank each of you for appropriate use of the 2nd Maintenance Bn face book. Our family members continue to support one another with positive interaction. Also, thank you for respecting OPSEC regulations. Each day brings us closer to the returns. Please continue to check the battalion face book and our 1-800-664-7193 press 32 number. I will update both as soon as I receive any information. Thank you, Gary Scalzo (gary.scalzo@usmc.mil) cell phone 910-554-7898 and office 910-451-2682

GS Motor T Company
Friends and Family of General Support Motor Transport Company (Fwd), We have reached the final stretch. After months and months of long hours and hard work, the Marines are making the final push to wrap up our six month tour of duty here in Afghanistan. Although very close to the finish line our work is far from over. These last 30 days will challenge every ounce of perseverance and determination we have. As a leader of your Marines, I have full faith and confidence that they will continue to do the amazing work that has brought us this far. I know this to be true for several reasons. Number one because they are all Marines, and from the beginning they have fostered a never say never attitude. This stubbornness has allowed the Marines to succeed beyond all measure and has made it impossible for them to fail. Number two your support has encouraged and enabled the Marines and Sailors to push through the many obstacles and has made them stronger. We do not forget the tough job at home you have of carrying the extra load of duties and chores, and the tremendous weight of not knowing day to day if your loved one is safe. Rest assure, that your Marines and Sailors are surrounded by men and women of character, loyalty, and courage, and although the job is tough, your Marines are not alone. Our mission is nearly complete, and your Marines and Sailors will soon be standing tall and proud to have accomplished so much in so little time. From the leadership of this company, we are extremely humbled and fortunate to have served with such an amazing group of young men and women. Thank you, and on behalf of the company, I would like to extend my most sincere appreciation for your unconditional and enduring support. Semper Fidelis, First Lieutenant Nathanael Reed Security Platoon Commander General Support Motor Transport Company

As the home stretch nears all the Marines and Sailors have been doing a superb job. We will be home before we know it, settling back into our daily lives. With Marines from over 28 Home Training Centers and three Marine Corps Bases around the country we have been truly blessed with such diverse groups that have brought so much to this company. We have all changed for the better after experiencing such a challenging deployment, thank you again for the support you have given to all the Marines of GSMT Company. Please check out our Battalions Face book page for pictures and updates. Respectively, Capt Minella M.C. Company Commander General Support Motor Transport Company

H&S CO, 1stSgt H&S Company Friends and Family, Our Marines and Sailors continue to lead from the front. We are very proud of their accomplishments and the dedication they have to the Marine Corps! Sergeant Michael McLeod, Cpl Courtney Mahle, and Cpl Brittany Sims were meritoriously promoted to present rank. Hospital Corpsman Third Class Christopher Wills was frocked to present rank. Corporal Courtney Mahle, Lance Corporal Kyle Flowers, and Lance Corporal Spencer Hallowell were presented Letters of Appreciation. Corporal Angel Leon-Malave, Corporal Jonathan Gleeson, Corporal Trenton Williams were awarded the Good Conduct Medal (First Award). Corporal Christopher Conklin was awarded the Selected Marine Corp Reserve Medal (First Award). Hospital Corpsman Second Class Melanie Jones and Hospital Corpsman Third Class Christopher Wills earned their Enlisted Fleet Marine Force Warfare Specialist designation pin. Corporal Angel Leon-Malave, Corporal Christopher Hernandez, Corporal Anthony Rosa Jr, and Hospital Corpsman Third Class Walter Chavis graduated from the Corporal Leadership Course. Congratulations to all! Thank you for your unending support and prayers. We will be home before you know it! Semper Fidelis, First Sergeant Rachel L. Eltz

H&S CO, Company Commander

Family and Friends of H&S Company, The time is drawing near. Another month is down and were wrapping things up here. The Marines and Sailors are very excited to get back but are doing a tremendous job of focusing on the mission and making sure we close out with our heads held high. Youre probably making preparations of your own to welcome home your loved one. Please make sure that includes providing your contact information to Mr. Scalzo so you get the latest information. Also, please make sure you keep the phone number 1-800-664-7193 on hand. Youll be able to call that number and get details on the flights bringing your loved one home. To check for our main body flight home, youll be listening for information on FRO #32. Also, dont forget that our mailing address will be turned off effective 1 September, so please get out any last mail to your loved one before then. Thank you and we continue to appreciate your love and support! Semper Fidelis Captain Kieran J Kobell

SURGICAL CO
Greetings families, friends and loved ones of Alpha Surgical. By the time of this being published we will be in our final preparations to return back to all of you. The Warriors of Alpha Surgical had a highly successful deployment taking care of Coalition Forces and all those in need. This tremendous feat would not have been possible without your love and support from home. Your sacrifice and perseverance provided great strength and comfort for all of us. As with any return, it will take time to adjust to new changes, new family additions, children having grown, etc. Just know if any help is needed, continued support is readily available. Please keep a watchful eye on the Maintenance Battalion Webpage and Face book page for additional return information, and well see you soon. CDR James G. Christenson Commanding Officer Alpha Surgical Company

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Welcome Back Surgical Co. !!!!

MAINTENANCE COMPANY CO
CO REMARKS
The company was able to have an Afghanistan style party with funds received from the Family Readiness Officer. Let me tell you it is hard to figure out what kind of party to throw as resources are quite limited here in theater. The Company decided to have a field meet which included tug of war, volleyball and softball. With every good field meet theres a little competition amongst the platoons. All platoons put teams together for the different events. With every field meet there has to be a winner for the different events. Here are the winners; Motor Transport Platoon won the tug of war competition but there was talk that they had been practicing by pulling 7 ton trucks; Communication and Electronics platoon ended up spiking their way to a victory in volleyball, and Ordinance/GSM Platoon along with the Repair Issue Point won the softball game. Once we completed the field meet the Marines went back to the Intermediate Maintenance Activity Lot to eat pizza from Pizza Hut. We are in the home stretch as we have just finished up our 5th month. Our Marines are starting to get antsy to get this deployment over. The hardest and most challenging thing for the Marines is to stay focused and continue to sprint for the finish line which is right around the corner. When I say stays focus on the task at hand that is to support the II Marine Expeditionary Force with repairing or fabricating items. Please as you talk/write to your Marines reinforce the great job they are doing, how proud you are of them, and look forward to their return. Even though our Marines continue to get praises from all the VIPS that visit to include those units that we support at the FOBs its even better to hear it from family and friends. We continue to be very productive in many repairs, recoveries, troubleshooting of equipment, contact team runs, and fabricating much needed items. As we continue those daily tasks we also have to start to prepare for our redeployment which basically means were getting closer to coming home. With that being said we will be taking classes that will help us transition back to our families and friends. The other thing is we need to get ready for those that will be replacing us at the end of September. Both add to our already busy schedule this is what we would call a juggling act of events. Just a little bit of humor As always I want to personally thank all of you for the continual support to our Marines and Maintenance Company. You could not imagine how much it impacts the morale of our Marines. Please keep it up more now than ever as we wrap up this deployment. I look forward to seeing all of you upon our return and in person to thank each and every one of you. Semper Fidelis Captain Michael Gasperini

MAINTENANCE COMPANY 1STSGT

1STSGT REMARKS
Friends and families of Maintenance Company, The Marines have performed exceptionally well for the last five months and will soon have completed their mission successfully. The great success to their mission will be when not only when they have returned to their loved ones, but as well when they have completed their Warrior transition training and have returned from block leave safely. Their motivation, welfare, and morale remain high and are looking forward to going home soon. We hope that you all are in high spirits as your Marines are. It is because of the great things your Marines continue to do and the sacrifices they make, that will make their homecoming much more meaningful. August 1st we promoted the following Marines for their hard work and dedication to service and Country: Chief Warrant Officer 3 William P. Tinney, Gunnery Sergeant Alma R. Fabre, Sgt Scott A. Socha, and the following 15 Marines were promoted to Corporal; Zachariah E. Annis, Alex K. Fetters, Cody B. Golden. Christopher K. Huber Jr., Larry D. Lalman, Jason W. Lovett, Derek R. Meadows, Stoney W. Nelson, Anthony M. Passaro, Frank L. Pezold IV, Patrick C. Tamby, Cody A. Spinhirne, Robert N. Wiggington, Eduardo I. Yado Jr. and Alan C. Brown was meritoriously promoted to Corporal 2 August. I can assure you that your Marines continue to do great things and remain focused at the mission at hand. We are almost at the end of our deployment. Again, thank you to the families and love ones for all the support and sacrifices you make daily. Your Marines are successful and continue to accomplish the mission because of your love and support. Please continue to support your Marines and keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Semper Fidelis, 1stSgt Francisco M. Rivera

Supply Company
Greetings once again family and friends! The Marines and Sailors of Supply Company here at Camp Leatherneck hope the month of August finds you well. The past weeks have flown by and as we look ahead, Supply Company continues to work hard and stay motivated knowing that in less than two months we will be reunited with family and friends. As we reach month five of our deployment the Marines and Sailors continue to show a gritty attitude for getting the job done. The light at the end of the tunnel is getting bigger and we are anxious to complete our mission and return home safely. Its hard to believe that in the coming weeks the advanced party from 11.2 will be on deck and we will begin our turnover with them. As August draws to a close we look forward to the month of September as that will be our last full month on Camp Leatherneck. We also very much look forward to the weather cooling down (at least from 106 to 100 degrees!) out here. Finally, wed like to thank you for your continued support and for taking care of things back on the home front. Kindest regards and Semper Fidelis! Major Sean M. Murray Significant Events for the month of August 2011 Birthdays: We had 17 Marines and Sailors that celebrated August birthdays: 1 AUGUST: CPL.MATTHEW HEALD, LCPL. KYLE KINCADE, CPL JONATHAN SALAZAR 9 AUGUST: CPL JOHN GIGANTE 12 AUGUST: CPL RYAN KOBIEROWSKI, CPL CHRISTOPHER SCAMPORINO 13 AUGUST: LCPL KEVIN MURPHY 14 AUGUST: GYSGT DUSTIN KERSHAW 16 AUGUST: CPL SHAWN SAYLOR 18 AUGUST: LCPL QUINDEL PARRISH 19 AUGUST: SGT THEOPHLIUS BUSH II 21 AUGUST: LCPL MIGUEL FLORES 22 AUGUST: LCPL GERALD CHEGE 23 AUGUST: CPL STEVEN VELA 27 AUGUST: CPL ADAM RITCHEY 31 AUGUST: LCPL ANA MARISCAL, GYSGT MARCUS SCOTT Semper Fidelis 1stSgt Michael Jones Company 1stSgt

Maj Sean Murray Commanding Officer

Chaplains Corner
A Change is Coming! I was reading a cartoon last week and the cartoon showed a couple talking. They were wearing Neanderthal (cave man) clothing. One spouse was talking to the other and said, Why do we have to have so much change? Why cant we just chil-lax and enjoy things the way they were? I mean, every time I turn around, theres some kind of change. Last year it was fire and now this year, the wheel. I have heard it said that the only thing that is constant is change. After six months has passed since the beginning of the deployment, each of us has had different separation experiences which has changed us. Some of you might even be wondering, once reunited with our loved ones, how do we intend to handle those changes. Here are some tips that you might want to keep in mind. Make sure you communicate openly and express feelings making sure not only to listen but truly hear the concerns of your partner. Take time to get use to each other again. Watch your spending. Try to make wise decisions regarding your finances considering your future goals. Avoid over scheduling. The person returning might want to rest and the other go out and socialize. Take things slow and be patient. Reassure each other making sure each one knows that they are a valued partner whose sacrifices were and are appreciated. According to a website called Armed Service Crossroads, you'll be excited about reunion, and the whole family will probably be thrilled with the return of the deployed person, everyone may experience a range of thoughts and feelings. Perhaps the deployed person will be a bit worried about how well he or she will fit back in. At the same time, family members might also be concerned about how the deployed person will treat them. They may wonder if their accomplishments will be appreciated or resented. They may be concerned that the deployed person will violate the "go slow" principle and attempt to immediately "take over" everything. These concerns are a normal part of the reunion process and typically require little more than some time and patience to sort out. Integrating back into the family is a process, not an event that can simply happen at the front door of your home by your announcing, in essence, "I'm home and I'm in charge." While reconnecting with our loved ones remember to stay connected to God. It is in those moments where we listen to what God wants to do in us that we truly see God do a work in us. In the Lords Service, Chaplain Green

New Places and New Faces

We would like to welcome the following Marines and there families to 2d Maintenance: GYSGT PATU, GYSGT FILMORE, SGT WIGGINS, CWO2 OSBORNE II, SGT JONES, PFC MURPHY, LCPL DELEON, PFC DAIGE, PFC MCNIEL, LCPL SIRMONS, SSGT KAHLER, PFC CROFT II, PFC FARLEY, PFC OBIREK, PFC MCFADDEN, PFC JENERETTE II, PFC MOSS, PFC MARTIN, PFC CORNN, PFC BENDER, CPL SIMMS, LCPL WILHITE, SSGT GARTHAUS, CPL MCGHEE, LCPL HOFFMAN, SSGT FILAURO, PFC SMITH, LCPL ANDERSON, CPL HUNT, SGT BELL, LCPL ARROYO, CPL LASATER II, LCPL GIBSON, LCPL, MORGAN, CWO4 WRIGHT, LCPL VANLIERE II, SSGT MARSHALL, SSGT HILLMCBRIDE, LCPL MURRAY, LCPL NIEVES, LCPL ROLLINS, WO SUMMERLIN, SSGT STJULIAN And as new faces come in, we must say goodbye to those who have served with us, thank them for their service and recognize the families who supported them while assigned to 2d Maintenance Battalion: SGT HATCH, SGT MOORE, SSGT CAVALLARO, LCPL JOLLY, PFC ROOKS, CPL FLOYD, 1STLT VAUGHAN, MSGT LUNA Congratulations to the 81 newly promoted Marines this month: LCPL HENSLEY, CPL OWOROTIMI, LCPL FLORES, CPL TAYLOR, CPL PETTIGREW, CPL COVARRUBIAS, GYSGT SERAPHIN, PFC PERALES, SGT EVANS, CPL TRUJILLO, CPL LOESHER, CPL WEAVER, CPL DAVIS, CPL CAMPBELL, CPL BELIZARIO, CAPT KOBELL, CPL LIRIANO JR, CPL JAMES, SGT HILLBOURNE, CPL MCPHERSON JR, CPL GIBSON II, LCPL PAMFILIE, GYSGT TAIT III, LCPL UHLER, LCPL REDCAY, SGT CROSSE, CPL MYERS, CPL LEE, CPL SYKES, CPL STEPHENS, PFC WOOD, LCPL CROOK, CPL PARMITER, CPL GONZALEZ JR, LCPL JONES JR, CPL BRUNNEMER, PFC NUNEZ, CPL KIRSCH, LCPL NAGELKERK, CPL KUESTER, CPL FERRELL, CPL NELSON, CPL JONES, CPL RAMIREZ, LCPL MILLS, LCPL PHILLIPS, CPL MEALER, CPL MILLER, CPL MCGEE, CPL CROOM, LCPL WELLS, SGT PAGE, CPL BRETT, LCPL GRAVES, LCPL NELSON, LCPL ROACH, GYSGT GIBSON, LCPL LEIVA, SGT CHEWNING, CPL HOWELL, CPL BOWMAN, CPL RAGAN, LCPL AGUILAR, LCPL DEPEW, CPL SHERRILL, CPL RODRIGUEZ, LCPL MARTS, CPL HUDDLESTON, CPL MAHER II, CPL NOBLE, LCPL SHERMAN, CPL RODRIGUEZ, LCPL MACCA, LCPL BENDER, LCPL MARTIN, LCPL TRUJILLOFLORES, LCPL BRICE, SGT ESTRADA, CPL HAYS, SSGT SALAZAR

Gary Sinise and the Lt Dan Band - Free Concert

FREE Concert! Rock out with the world-famous Gary Sinise and the Lieutenant Dan Band with special appearance by opening act Mike Corrado, singer/songwriter and United States Marine. This FREE concert is open to all authorized patrons and their guests. Sat 17 Sept Gates Open at 1700 Showtime 1830 Great lawn seating is available, so bring your blankets and lawn chairs! Coolers are allowed, too, but alcohol may not be brought in to the event. Food and beverage concessions will also be available. Please, no pets. While you're there, be sure to check out all the informative MCCS exhibits; visit the children's activity area with inflatable's. For more information, please call 910-450-5270 or visit http://www.mccslejeune.com/ltdanband.

Information & Education

Lipstick & Camouflage Deployed Spouses Ball

Challenging Children Evening Workshop Series ******************************************** Tuesdays 1830-2000 Russell Marine & Family Services Center Bldg 40 Rm 139 FRI 4 NOV AT THE MARSTON PAVILION This free monthly workshop held on the 4th Tuesday of every month, is open to all ID cardholders. Free childcare information for spouses of the forward deployed will be shared upon advance registration, please call 451-4103. from II MEF, 2d MLG, 2dMarDiv, & 2d MAW. Upcoming Topics: Modified military costume attire. 27 Sep - Token Systems 25 Oct Tantrums The ball is open to all deployed spouses within II MEF. 22 Nov - Time Out

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Please ensure all deployed spouses are aware of this opportunity as there will be only 400 tickets available that will be sold on a first come - first serve basis. Childcare will be pro- Challenging Children Daytime Workshop Series ******************************************** vided.

http://www.mccslejeune.com/lipstick

Wednesdays 1100-1300 Russell Marine & Family Services Center Bldg 40 Rm 139 Free childcare is provided with advance registration. For more information, please call 910-451-4103. Upcoming Topics: 26 Oct - Practical Applications for Everyday Behaviors

County and City Urge Residents to Register for Alerts

Join the SMP for a trip to see the Carolina Panthers . $60 will get you transported to the game and a ticket to see the Panthers play the Jacksonville Jaguars. NFL Sunday ticket is showing at ALL Recreation Center Locations

Connect-CTY System can provide official statements directly Onslow County and the City of Jacksonville are both urging residents to be registered for emergency alerts. The City and the County use the Connect-CTY system to alert residents about emergency conditions, closings and other issues that are important. Citizens can register for the system by visiting the County or the Citys websites and clicking on the Connect-CTY buttons. Persons previously registered can check their information and add cell phones, email addresses and other contact information that they may wish to use to get official information.
Connect-CTY uses email, text messages and phone numbers to notify Citizens. If you wish to be more informed, please visit www.onslowcountync.gov or www.ci.jacksonville.nc.us to give

Camp Lejeune Job Fair Preparation Workshop Thu, 15 Sep * 1300-1600 * Must preregister, 910-451-3212 Russell Marine & Family Programs Center * Bldg 40, Auditorium Are you getting out soon? Gather tips on landing a job at this free workshop. We'll give you information on how to dress appropriately, what to bring with you, what types of questions you should expect from employers and what questions you should have for the employers. We'll assist you in ensuring you are well prepared for the Camp Lejeune Job Fair, Thu, 29 Sep. Open to all ID cardholders, please call 910-451-3212. http://www.mccslejeune.com/jobfair

us your information. You may also call City Hall reception at 938-5220 during normal business hours and the desk will enter the information for you.

READY, SET, GO VOLUNTEER !

Emergency Preparedness
Are you new to the Camp Lejeune area and North Carolina's climate? Or are you in need of a refresher course on emergency preparedness? Do you need help with your emergency plan in case of an area disaster? Are you ready for the Hurricane season? Marine Corps Family Team Building (MCFTB) has a new interactive workshop "Emergency Preparedness" that will help you prepare, and/or your family, for any worst case scenario. The workshop will enable you to be better prepared for potential natural and manmade hazards that can threaten your life. Safety begins MCFTB office, Mon, 19 Tue, 27 Mon, 17 with awareness so mark your calendar to attend one of these workshops at the Bldg LC 4102 A, Midway Park. Sep * 1300-1500 Sep * 1830-2030 Oct * 1300-1500

Topics to be covered: * Emergency Preparedness against hazards that threaten military families * Creating an Emergency Plan * Creating an Emergency Supply Kit * Knowing where and when to evacuate * Actions to take after a disaster * Helping children cope with disasters Please register in advance for this free workshop by calling 451-0176.