Concert Band
concert scheduled
The USMA Concert Band will present "An
American Celebration Concert," Saturday at the Trophy Point Amphitheater. The band
will be premiering Thomas Duffy’s work "Overture 1776," complete with
cannon and fireworks, written especially for the academy’s bicentennial. The Hellcats
sound retreat at 6 p.m.; Jazz Knights follow at 6:30 p.m. and the Concert Band begins at 8
p.m. Rain date is Sunday. The concert is free and open to the public.
Hospital closings announced
KACH will be closed today and Monday for the
federal holiday. All outpatient clinics, ancillary services and the pharmacy will be
closed. The emergency room will remain open.
Child-care during football home
games
West Point Child Development Center will
provide child-care services for the community on home football game Saturdays. Hours will
be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for games starting at 1 p.m. and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for games
starting at noon. Patrons need to make reservations for each game separately no later than
close of business on the dates listed. Call 938-4458 to register.
Game day Deadline to
register
Sept. 8 HAS PASSED
Sept. 15 Sept. 5
Oct. 6 Sept. 26
Oct. 13 Oct. 3
Oct. 27 Oct. 17
Quarterback luncheons return
The first quarterback luncheon, a pep rally
for that week’s football game, is Thursday. The food line opens at 11:30 a.m. and the
luncheon starts at noon. There will be a question-and-answer period with the coach and
comments from the players.
Season tickets for all luncheons are
available or they can be purchased individually week-to-week. Luncheons are held at the
West Point Club except for Nov. 1 (Air Force) and Nov. 29 (Navy), which will be held at
Eisenhower Hall.
For more information, call the club at
938-5120 or 446-5504.
Protestant Sunday School
information
Protestant Sunday School will start Sept. 9
at 9 a.m. on the third floor of Thayer Hall for ages three to adult. Classes are available
for the entire family. For more information, call Chaplain Cynthia Lindenmeyer at
938-4106.
Car seat safety checks offered
The West Point Child Development Services and
USAA are sponsoring a free child car seat installation check Sept. 22, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
at the PX parking lot. The program is open to all military and civilian families in the
USMA community.
Each seat will be checked by a certified
technician and should take about 30 minutes to complete. The check will assess the
seat’s installation and suitability for both the vehicle and the child, based on the
child’s weight, height and age, therefore, bring your child along!
The check is by appointment only and they
can be made through Thursday at 938-2092. A 24-hour notification of cancellations would be
appreciated.
SAT review course at
O’Neill
Princeton Review will conduct a prep course
at O’Neill High School for the Oct. 23 SAT. An informational meeting is scheduled
Thursday with a free assessment test Sept. 8. Call principal Lou Trombetta at 446-4914,
ext. 232.
Kennel specials offered
Morgan Farm kennel is offering a
back-to-school boarding special for the months of September and October -- get three days
of boarding for your dog or cat and pay for only two. Go away for a few days and rest
assured that your furry family members are well taken care of. Call 938-3926 for more
information.
Grand opening at golf range
The West Point golf club will hold its driving range grand opening Sept. 9,
noon to 4 p.m. A free instructional clinic given by West Point professional Lew Beck is
offered noon to 12:45 p.m. From 1 to 4 p.m., there will be a closest-to-the-pin contest
and a long-drive contest with prizes for the winners and runner-ups. The first 280 contest
participants get a free soda and there is no cost to participate. Call the golf course for
more information at 938-2435.
New phone number
The Exceptional Family Member Program located
at Keller Hospital, Primary Care Clinic, has a new phone number to call for assistance.
The program contact is Laurina Goldstein and she can be reached Mon. through Fri., 7:30 to
11 a.m. or by appointment at (845) 938-6881.
Swing dance classes to start
Swing dance classes start Tuesday through
Dec. 11 at the West Point Middle School. Lessons will be held from 6:30 to 7 p.m. each
Tuesday and dancing follows from 7 to 8:30 p.m. No partners are needed to participate and
the classes are free and open to the entire community. Call Amy Shell at 938-2413 or
Christopher Gellasch at 938-4135 for more information.
Commissary information
The West Point Commissary will be closed on
Tuesday, in observance of Labor Day.
In addition, a huge case-lot sale is
planned Sept. 7 and 9. Watch for more details on the sale or call the commissary for
information at 938-3457.
Most Holy Trinity outdoor Mass
and picnic
Most Holy Trinity Chapel will host an outdoor
Mass followed by a parish picnic Sept. 9 at Camp Buckner. The Mass is at noon. Parishoners
with last names A-M are asked to bring deserts, N-Z to bring a side dish. Participants
should also bring chairs or a blanket to sit on. Buses for cadets will leave from the
Supe’s box at 11 a.m. and return starting at 1:30 p.m. Cadets -- just bring
yourselves.
Red Cross volunteers to deliver
packets
Volunteers from the American Red Cross will
be delivering Disaster Preparedness Packets to all West Point quarters beginning Sept. 10.
Packets include emergency preparation checklists, brochures on planning for specific
disasters/emergencies and helping children and families to cope and recover. Call the ARC
at 938-4100 for more information.
MCCM extends invitation
The Military Council of Catholic Women would
like to invite all women to their 1st Friday Liturgy and Program, Thursday at the Most
Holy Trinity Chapel starting at 7 p.m. The program features Peter Redpath, professor at
St. John’s Univeristy, who will discuss "Parents, Education and the
Church." Refreshments follow. Come early at 6:30 p.m. to pray.
Youth clubs seek members
The Torch Club, for grades 6 to 8, will hold
its first meeting Sept. 13 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Join the club and enjoy free pizza,
parties, trips, leadership and more.
The Keystone Club is for grades 9-12 and
will also meet for the first time this year Sept. 13 at 5 p.m. Keystone members are active
in community projects, leadership development, dances and parties.
For more information on either program,
call 938-3727.
Cyber-survival skills offered
The Youth Services has developed an
orientation class to address the concerns of safe internet use. This orientation is a
prerequisite for open recreation access to the internet at the computer lab. A parent or
guardian must attend with the youth. Orientation is scheduled for Sept. 12, 6:30 p.m. For
more information, call Sherman Bamper at 938-3208.
Youth sports, program
registrations
Registration are currently being accepted in
bldg. 500 weekdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for youth sports and instructional programs.
Shot and health records are required. Call 938-3727 to find out more.
AFTB classes to start
Army Family Team Building will offer the
first class of the season Sept. 12 at bldg. 2104 starting at 11 a.m. Bring a brown bag
lunch and find out more about the Army Family Action Plan and Operation Readiness. For
more information, call Sharon Kane at 948-3655.
Moms to start meeting
Moms In Touch, International for O’Neill
High School will start Sept. 13. The purpose of Moms in Touch is to intercede for children
through prayer and to pray that the schools are guided by Biblical values and high moral
standards. For more information, call Laura Carlton at 446-2076 or by e-mail at lauracarlton@hotmail.com.
Membership appreciation night at
Club
The next membership appreciation night at the
West Point Club is Sept. 14 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The event features a free buffet, desserts
and a cash bar. Macaroni the Clown will be on hand to entertain the children. Plan on
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