Stories for McChord AFB
Read, learn and laugh at library story times
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Pierce County Library System makes reading fun with events geared towards children’s age groups. From learning the ABCs to enjoying bilingual stories, these free events teach children skills for future reading success.
Events welcome children from babies to six years old: Prewalker Story Time (for babies who are not yet walking), Young Toddler Story Time (for babies just learning to walk), Toddler Story Time (ages 2 – 3), Preschool Story Time (ages 3 – 6), Family/Bilingual Story Time (for families with preschool age children) and Story Play Time (ages 3 – 6). Registration may be required. Contact library for details. Registration begins Sept. 7.
Spring 2010 AARP Driver Safety Class filled
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Bridgeport Place welcomed 20 guests to the Spring 2010 AARP Driver Safety Class, which is an eight-hour course spanning two days’ time, and is geared toward drivers who are 50+. The class was taught by Merrie Sullivan, certified instructor, who is already scheduled to return again September 24 & 25 for another session. The Suburban Times graciously carried the announcement about the Spring 2010 Class. Drivers who complete the course receive a certificate that can be utilized for a discount on their auto insurance premiums. The class members were treated to coffee and pastries each morning and a complimentary lunch buffet each of the days. They expressed not only their appreciation for the use of facility as a meeting place for the class, but were also pleased by the hospitality and warmth of the staff and residents who welcomed them in, and the range of amenities. Some of the comments they penned included “Kudos to the chef!” … “This is a very warm and friendly facility. It’s like a country club. Thank you for the wonderful meals and snacks” … “The two meals broke my diet, but it was worth it” … “What could have been a grind turned into a great experience thanks to your hospitality and generous buffet. Have talked to some residents and they are so positive and happy here.” More than half of those who attended the class requested a tour of Bridgeport Place.
Spring Event at Bair Bistro
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Forty-three members and guests of the Steilacoom Chamber of Commerce enjoyed a “Spring Evening at The Bair” on Thursday, April 22. Representing the Port of Tacoma, Connie Bacon was the featured guest speaker during the dinner. She stated that the Port is currently conducting a “nationwide search for a new CEO who is trustworthy, who will tell us the right story in business for the Port of Tacoma, who understands strategic thinking, and is a go-getter.” According to Bacon, the Port of Tacoma is “beginning to see a tiny rise in activity, but anticipates steady growth over the next five years.” She added that the Port has spent $170M to clean-up Puget Sound and Commencement Bay. There are ongoing negotiations with the Puyallup Tribe about possibly operating a terminal, as well. Bus tours of the Port of Tacoma are available to the public and scheduled every couple of months.
50+ Driver Safety class April 23 and 24
Posted by | CommentsMerrie Sullivan, AARP Driver Safety instructor, returns to Bridgeport Place to teach the eight-hour AARP Driver Safety class. The course materials are geared toward senior drivers who are 50+. Bridgeport Place is hosting the AARP class, as it did earlier this year; another session is slated in the fall. The class will span two days. The class will be given beginning on Friday, April 23 with the second half of the program given on Saturday, April 24. Class begins promptly at 10 a.m. each day. Each day’s session is approximately four hours with a short break hourly and a lunch break at noon; sessions are expected to end by 2:30 daily.
Each person who attends the Driver Safety class will receive a free lunch each of the two days courtesy of Bridgeport Place, 5250 Bridgeport Way West, University Place. Upon successful completion of the course, each driver will receive a certificate, which may result in a reduced premium rate for auto insurance. Course fee is $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers. Seating is limited. Pre-registration is required. Call 253.565.1960.
McChord 32nd Annual Military Retiree Dining Out
Posted by | CommentsThe McChord Retiree Activities Office (RAO) is busy planning the 32nd Annual Military Retiree Dining Out, which will be held on Friday, April 23, 2010, at the McChord Community Club.
Military Retirees, as well as active duty military, from ALL BRANCHES OF THE MILITARY, AND THEIR FAMILY AND FRIENDS, are welcome and encouraged to attend! Meet old friends and make lots of new ones – share a few memories and “war stories!” Retired Military are encouraged to wear their uniform, if these still fit! Uniforms of all the services, and from World War II and forward have been an anticipated tradition. Dress is semi formal / formal.
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Joint Base Lewis-McChord goes live Jan. 31
Posted by | CommentsJOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – On January 31, 2010, Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base will consolidate, creating “Joint Base Lewis-McChord” or JBLM. As a result, JBLM is requesting traffic reporters to refer to the base as “Joint Base Lewis-McChord.” For those us listening to the reports, it will be wise to keep this in mind.
Combining Fort Lewis and McChord AFB comes from the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Commission decision which recommended the establishment of Joint Base Lewis-McChord. To help the news media, JBLM Public Affairs has sent out a stylebook (PDF download). Since civilians share the area and support the military, I think it appropriate to share what JBLM Public Affairs sent us.
McChord deploys Airfield Experts to Haiti tonight
Posted by | CommentsMCCHORD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. – Airmen assigned to the 62nd Aerial Port Squadron depart for Haiti late Thursday (January 21) to bring specialized airfield operations skills and equipment to the humanitarian relief effort at Port-Au-Prince’s Toussaint L’Ouventure International Airport.
The 15-Airmen APS team is made up of experts in airfield operations and allows critical relief supplies to be unloaded from cargo aircraft with aircraft engines still running. This allows faster ground times for all aircraft bringing in relief supplies and departing with evacuees.
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McChord Airmen, C-17s ready for Haiti relief operations
Posted by | CommentsMCCHORD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. – Two C-17 Globemaster III aircrews assigned here are on alert status to assist victims devastated by a 7.0 magnitude earthquake which ravaged Haiti Tuesday, leaving thousands of people dead and many others homeless. Air Mobility Command and McChord are participating in a swift and coordinated relief effort to save lives and alleviate human suffering in the aftermath of this devastating earthquake.
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Release: ‘Surprising’ facts regarding people found not guilty by reason of insanity
Posted by | CommentsFifty-one percent of individuals charged with a crime who are found not guilty by reason of insanity in Washington come from King County, yet only 35 percent of them are released back to King County when treatment is finished. Those figures are among a number of intriguing statistics disclosed Thursday by Sen. Mike Carrell, R-Lakewood.
“I think the people of Pierce County would find it not at all surprising that our county contributes only 13 percent of the total population of our state’s mental health facilities, yet 41 percent are released onto our streets,” Carrell said. “It’s yet another example of how Pierce County has long been the dumping ground for not only sane criminals, but as we’ve just learned, those found not guilty by reason of insanity as well.” Read More→
Pierce County teams with McChord AFB on fish passage
Posted by | CommentsSalmon and other fish species once again have access to six miles of fish habitat thanks to a recently completed habitat restoration project.
Pierce County Public Works and Utilities, in partnership with McChord Air Force Base and the state Salmon Recovery Funding Board, constructed 600 feet of new stream channel to bypass the Morey Creek Dam.
The 12-foot-high dam, located on the east side of the air force base, has been a barrier to fish migrating up Morey Creek since it was built in 1976. The dam created Morey Pond, a popular fishing pond for base personnel, their families and military retirees.
Activities at Lakewood Community Center
Posted by | CommentsFollowing are upcoming events and activities at the Lakewood Community Center:
- Middle Eastern Belly Dance starts January 7. The six week program is offered on Thursdays from 6:00-7:00pm. The fee per participants is $40.
- Puget Sound Gymnastics provides an introduction to tumbling and gymnastics. Classes for ages 18 months to 5 yrs are held on Mondays, starting Jan 4th, between 3:15-5:00pm. The fee for the four week program is $24 per participant.
- Youth Korean Dance. The monthly program for ages 5-10 years is held on Thursdays, starting Jan. 7th from 4:00-4:30pm. The registration fee is $25 per month.
For more information or to register contact the Lakewood Community Center, 9112 Lakewood Drive SW, Lakewood, WA. 253-798-4177. All activities are part of the Pierce County Parks & Recreation Department.
Click! Cable TV ON Demand showcases “Twilight Spotlight” about Quileute Nation
Posted by | CommentsClick! Cable TV is the region’s exclusive outlet for a first-ever television program about the Quileute Nation. The program, produced by ReelzChannel, shows the culture, traditions and history of the northwest tribe made famous by the Twilight saga of books and movies. Read More→
