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Dear Families,
The royal wedding is everywhere! Much of the world watched with breathless wonder as Prince William married Kate Middleton on April 29th. But what was the appeal for Americans whose closest ties to the royal family are a movie night with "The King's Speech" or a class in European history? Perhaps it was the allure of generations of tradition. Or was it the glamour of an ornate uniform paired with a beautiful gown? Maybe it is the history revisited with every detail of the ceremony. Do some of these things sound familiar? The uniform, the tradition, the history?
Many of us have experienced the magic of a uniform paired with a beautiful gown (Even if it wasn't designed by Alexander McQueen). We have swelled with pride when history is respected and revisited in detailed ceremonies, like at the Marine Corps Ball. We have patiently tutored family members through the hierarchical system of rank, just like the Brits have taught us about all of their monarchs named George or Elizabeth. Others have watched our lifestyle with intrigue and mystique as we have learned to embrace it.
May 6th is home to Military Spouse Appreciation Day. And although we don't earn a title like "Duchess" when we marry into the military, we do gain a proud new moniker: military spouse. Marine Corps Family Team Building celebrates you this month. And whether your wedding day occurred down the aisle of a beautiful cathedral, under the harsh lights of a courthouse, or in a drive-thru Vegas chapel, you are our very own royalty.
Your MCFTB Team,
Kate, Bekah, Brooke, Sarah, & Jenny |
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Calendar of Events
All classes are free, include free childcare, and are located in Building 598 (next to Commissary) unless otherwise noted. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! Please call us at 269-6550.
Hearts Apart Deployment Support
Little Hearts Apart (Ages 3-5): New sessions being added to meet demand- please call!! Every Wednesday, 10-11am, Building 699. Weekly class for children with a deployed parent. Kids will learn strategies to cope through games, stories, crafts and other fun activities.
Hearts Apart for Kids (K-5th): New sessions can be added to meet demand-please call! Every Wednesday, 4:00-4:45, Building 699. Weekly class for children with a deployed parent. Kids will learn strategies to cope through games, stories, crafts and other fun activities.
Hearts Apart: Coffee Hour: A weekly gathering for spouses and significant others with a deployed Marine. Meet new friends, discuss deployment issues, and gain insight and support from others. Every Wednesday, 10-11am. Building 699 (Registration not required). Interested in a group that meets in the evenings? Please call!!
May
Scrapbooking your Military Life: Learn important basics on taking great pictures. Get creative ideas for scrapbooking and start your scrapbook. Tons of free supplies for all participants. May 12, 6-8pm
Basic Auto Care: Prevent and prepare for auto issues before your summer road trips. Learn to check your oil and change your tires, fluids, wipers and more. May 16, 6-8pm
How to Avoid Falling for a Jerk or Jerkette: Finding lasting love is not about luck. Learn strategies to balance your heart and head in order to find a healthy relationship. May 17th, 8-12pm
Parenting & Deployment: A class for parents of children of all ages. Learn how children are impacted by moves, deployments, and separations and how you can be the best parent possible either at home or from afar. May 24, 6-8pm
June
Couples Communication: Prepare for deployments and separation. Walk away with practical ways to improve your communication and enhance your marriage even when apart. June 8, 6-8pm
Who Moved My Cheese?: A class on conquering change based on the bestselling book. Perfect for military families facing moving, deployments, and other life changes. June 9th, 6-8pm
Military Haircutting: Bring your Marine and learn to cut give him the perfect military haircut. June 13th, 6-8pm
Spa Night: Stress and Coping: Recharge and relax. This fun night will equip you with ways to thrive despite the stress life throws at you. June 16, 6-8pm
Corps Values for Kids: This interactive class for parents and children ages 3-6 will focus on teaching character traits through stories, games, and crafts. June 10, 17, and 24th, 1-2pm Building 699
L.I.N.K.S.
L.I.N.K.S. for Marines: May 19 & June 13, 9:00am-4:00pm
L.I.N.K.S. for Spouses: June 21 & 22, 6-9pm
L.I.N.K.S. for Couples: May 14, 9-5pm
L.I.N.K.S. for Kids (K-5th): A monthly club on Monday's. May 2, 2:30-4:00pm & Graduation May 23rd 2:30 @ Youth Center
L.I.N.K.S. for Tweens & Teens(11+): A monthly club! May 10, 5:30-7:00 |
 Everything You Need to Know
about Child Care...
The Child Development Center (CDC) and Youth Center have recently streamlined the registration process by offering ONE Registration Packet for all types of child care offered at each facility. Completing a Registration Packet at the CDC or Youth Center gives you access to a number of child care options. In fact, a completed 2011 Registration and Parent Orientation are required to take advantage of any of the child care resources listed below.
Hourly, Drop-in Child Care at the CDC and Annex- Children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old are eligible for hourly child care at the CDC for $3.00 per hour/per child. Reservations can be made up to a week in advance.
Friday Night Care- Friday night care was designed to provide an opportunity for Marines and their spouses to have a date night. Friday night care is offered the 1st Friday of every month from 6 pm to 12 am. Reservations can be made up to 2 weeks in advance. The cost of Friday Night Care is $3 per hour/per child.
Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) Care- OEF Care is a FREE child care service offered to children with a deployed parent. To qualify, the Marine must be deployed, TAD, or in training/school for at least 30 days. OEF care is offered the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month form 12 pm-6 pm.
Open Rec at the Youth Center- Open Rec is a FREE child care program offered at the Youth Center for school-aged children. Open Rec is offered Monday through Friday. For ages 10 and up, Open Rec begins at 2pm and for ages 5-9 it begins at 4pm. On Saturdays, children ages 5 and up are welcome at the Youth Center from 12pm-4pm.
Marine Corps Family Team Building offers FREE child care with every event. Early registration is required in order to ensure enough child care spaces are reserved. Likewise, a Registration Packet and Parent Orientation training must be completed BEFORE your children can be registered for the FREE child care.
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Kids Corner
With multiple deployments in 2011 parents are searching for resources to ease the stress on our littlest Heroes, our military children. There are many great stories that help explain deployment and the sacrifices the whole family is making. My Dad's A Hero is just one of the many great titles you can find at your MCAS Yuma Library.
My Dad's A Hero written by Rebecca Christiansen is a wonderful story for families with a deployed parent. This book focuses on the positive aspects of a parent's deployment - what they eat, where they sleep, what they are doing for others, how to keep in touch, etc... This story emphasizes the sacrifices children make during deployment; they are heroes too! The story and the illustrations will captivate children of all ages and help them feel better about being away from their parent. This story is highly recommended!
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 Frequently Asked Questions
Whether based in tradition, etiquette, or Marine Corps Order; there are numerous tidbits of information that are important in navigating the military lifestyle. Be sure to check out the new FAQ section each month for answers to our most Frequently Asked Questions.
While I was in line at the commissary the other day, a Marine was allowed to go to the head of the line. Why was he able to skip ahead?
Active duty service members receive front-of-the-line privileges while in uniform. This means that if a service member shops at the commissary while on duty or on lunch hour, he may proceed to the front of any line in the store without waiting.
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MCFTB classes and events are always free. CHILDCARE is also available FREE of charge with advanced registration.
Registration for our classes is required by calling 269-6550 or by emailing us here! |
Hours & Location
8am to 4:30pm Monday-Friday Bldg. 598
(Next To Commissary) Visit MCFTB at www.mccsyuma.org |
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MCFTB Facebook:
MCFTB has launched its new Facebook site. Look for Marine Corps Family Team Building Yuma and "like" our page. |
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Oasis Pool Opening!
Pool season is upon us! The Oasis Pool opens May 2nd for lap swimming from 6-7am & 11am-1pm. Open swim begins May 2nd from 1-6pm M-F. Weekend and holidays open swim 10-6pm. Swim lesson registration will begin late May. Contact 269-2914 for more information. |
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Volunteers
Needed!
Looking for a fun and flexible volunteer opportunity that provides childcare? Join the L.I.N.K.S. team! Call Brooke at 269-6503 for more information or to register for the L.I.N.K.S Mentor Training on May 24th from 8-11. 
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PREP
Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program (PREP) teaches newly married and soon to be married couples how to effectively communicate, work together, manage conflict, and preserve and enhance commitment and friendship. Offered monthly by the MCAS Yuma's Chaplains. Call 269-2371 for more information or to register
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