The George P. Hays Library, building 411, is closed on Sundays. The Sunday closings began earlier this month. Library hours are from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday, and from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The library is closed on federal holidays.
Call 912-767-2828 for more information.
ACS Job Fair at Stewart
More than 40 participating employers and organizations will be actively recruiting for positions in health care, education, customer service and retail fields during the Army Community Service Job Fair at Club Stewart, building 405, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 15.
For more information, call 912-767-5058.
Marne Book Club at Stewart Library
Join fellow readers (Soldiers, Family Members, Retirees, Army Civilians who are 18 years old or older) at George P. Hays Library, building 411, from 7-8 p.m. Sept. 15 for an introduction to new authors and ideas, as well as participate in book discussions.
"The Girl with the Dragoon Tattoo," by Stieg Larsson, is our current book. New members are welcome.
Call 912-767-2828 for more information.
Emerald Princess Casino Cruise Sign-up
Registration will close Sept. 16 for the trip at 4:30 p.m. Sept. 18 aboard the four-deck Emerald Princess 2 cruise ship. Join us and try your luck. The cost is $10 for Active Duty and $20 for all others. Cost covers transportation and admission to ship.
Call 912-767-2841 for more information.
Home School Parents' Meet and Greet at Stewart
Want to learn more about home-schooling your children and network with other home-schooling parents? If so, come to the School Liaison Office's meet and greet gathering at the CYSS Youth Center, building 7338, from 11 a.m.-noon Sept. 17.
For more information, call School Liaison 912-767-6533.
Tailgate Challenge at Stewart
Celebrate the start of college football season in our Tailgate Challenge at Rocky's Zone Parking Lot, building 703, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 18.
The University of Georgia will take on Arkansas in the featured game, but you could win the Spirit Award by demonstrating your support for any team you choose. Judging will be at halftime of the Georgia/Arkansas game. For details, call 912-767-4316.
Moonlight Blue Pin Bowling at Marne Lanes
You could win a free game during Moonlight Blue Pin Bowling at Marne Lanes Bowling Center, building 402, from 6-11 p.m. Sept. 18. When a blue pin appears in the No. 1 position and you bowl a strike, you're a winner. The cost is $2.50 per game and $1.75 shoe rental. For more information, call 912-767-4866.
Youth Sponsorship Trawling on the Bull Trip
The registration deadline is Sept. 23 for the Youth Sponsorship Trawling on the Bull trip of Sept. 25.
Join fellow CYSS registered youth (grades 4-12) and trawl on the Bull River at Savannah for marine wildlife (peddler crabs, sea horses, and shrimp). This is a great opportunity to meet new friends if you are new to Stewart or Hunter.
Register at CYSS Parent Central Services office on Stewart, building T0029 or call 912-767-2312. On Hunter, register at building 1286 or call 912-315-5425.
For more information, call School Liaison Office 912-767-6533 (Stewart) or 912-315-6586 (Hunter).
GC Golf Scramble at Stewart
The Garrison Commander's 4-Person Golf Scramble at Taylors Creek Golf Course will begin with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Sept. 24.
The cost is $35 for Active Duty, Military Retirees, Army Civilians and Golf Club members. It is $45 for civilian guests. The event will accept the first 25 teams. Register your team by Sept. 23.
For details, call 912-767-2370.
National Day for Kids at Stewart, Hunter
Child, Youth and School Services will celebrate the Boys and Girls Club National Day for Kids at the SAS Field on Greene Street at Fort Stewart and SAYS Field, building 8805 on Hunter from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 25.
Open to all, the celebration will include inflatables, games, face-painting, food and more.
Call 912-767-5662 at Stewart or 912-315-5708 at Hunter for more information.
National Hunting and Fishing Day Events on post
Two events, one offering opportunities to learn about hunting and fishing opportunities in this area and another offering a good chance of catching a mess of catfish, are scheduled at Fort Stewart on Sept. 24 and Sept. 25.
Both events are planned in celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Day and both are free.
An Outdoor Wilderness Fair will be held in front of the Stewart PX from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Sept. 24. The event will highlight hunting and fishing at Stewart and outdoor recreation opportunities on Stewart and in the surrounding area.
DES personnel, Game Wardens, DPW Fish and Wildlife Branch and DFMWR Outdoor Recreation Program representatives will be on hand to provide helpful information to anglers, hunters and other outdoors enthusiasts.
The Fishing Event - open to all, both young and old - will be held at Pond 30 from 3-7 p.m. on Sept. 25.
Pond recently was stocked with catfish, so be prepared to catch a mess. But you might have to toss a few back, because a five fish per person limit will be strictly enforced.
Fort Stewart and Georgia fishing license requirements will be waived for the event.
Fish and Wildlife will have fish-cleaning demonstration and Game Wardens will provide a catfish nugget tasting booth. Outdoor Recreation will have casting event, face-painting and other events.
Several fish will be tagged, and those who catch these special fish will receive a prize.
A limited number of poles will be available for checkout. Outdoor Recreation will have bait available, but everyone is encouraged to bring their own.
For more information, call 912-767-8061.
Movie Under the Stars at Hunter
"Iron Man 2," rated PG 13, will be shown at Lotts Island on Hunter Army Airfield at 8 p.m. Sept. 24. There is no charge.
Participants are encouraged to bring tents for a family campout following the movie. Families can begin setting up their sites at 6:30 p.m.
Concessions available from the Hunter Club include hotdogs, popcorn, chips, soda and water. No show if rain or high winds.
Who can come: Active Duty Military, Reserves, Retirees, Family Members, DOD Civilians, and guests of military ID card holders. Children 15 years of age and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Call 912-315-2019 for additional information.
Top of the Rock Run
The ninth annual Top of the Rock Run, an event that attracts hundreds of participants each year, will be run in the Quick Track area of Fort Stewart starting promptly at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 25.
The event will include 5K and 10K courses. Ten age categories will be available for male and female competitors: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, and 55 and over.
The run is open to unit and individual competitors. Runners with various levels of skill are welcome. Some husbands and wives walk or run in support of their deployed Soldier. Strollers are welcome.
On Fort Stewart, pre-register at the Bennett Sports Complex, building 471, or Newman Fitness Center, building 439. On Hunter, pre-register at Tominac Fitness Center, building 919. The pre-registration cost for 10K team-company level only is $15 per person. The cost is $18 per person for individuals.
Race day registration will be permitted for individuals only and will cost $25 per person.
Call the Bennett Sports Office at 912-767-8238 for more information.