Service members must obtain prior approval for medical treatment outside their region to avoid costs, and can manage benefits online at tricare's website. Additionally, various community events, including a soccer camp, wildflower walk, and a meatloaf cook-off festival, are offered to engage families and support military members. Resources for relationship building and safety tips against assault are also provided, emphasizing the importance of communication and awareness.

2. Did you know that while out of your Medical
Region you have to have prior permission to be
treated? This is not just for Dependants, SOLDIERS
are NOW required to receive prior approval before
being seen for medical treatment. If you do not
receive prior approval, you could be obligated to
pay for your visit.
You can manage your benefits at home or on the go via
TRICARE’s Website at www.tricare.mil using the “I want
to…” section. This is a direct link to:
•Enroll in or purchase plan.
•File or check claim.
•View referrals and prior authorizations.
•Find a doctor
•Update your contact information.

6. British Soccer Camps 2014 - June 2-6, 2014, Fort Riley Youth Sports
Colyer Manor Youth Sports Fields
Event Details: A national Soccer Camp designed in helping with each player‘s
development and providing memorable and positive experiences. Challenger
Sports' British Soccer Camp is the most popular soccer camp in the country
based upon one of the most innovative approaches to coaching youth soccer
in the US and Canada. Our experienced staff study the game at all levels and
we have identified the key techniques and skills that your players need to
work on and master to reach their true potential. With programs for each
age, the curriculums includes a variety of foot skills,
technical drills, tactical practices, freestyle soccer, small-sided games,
coached scrimmages, and a mini tournament play.
Players also learn about our core values of respect, responsibility,
integrity, sportsmanship and leadership.
Register on-line at www.challengersports.com
Cost: $82.00- $158.00
Midnight Basketball - 13 June, 2000-2230, Middle School & Teen Center
Event Details: This is a monthly late night basketball tournament held at Fort
Riley's MST. This event is open to members and their guests in grades 6th -
12th.
Cost: $1 for players and $2 for spectators

8. Enjoy flowers in their natural state!
The Friends of Konza Prairie invite guests to join on their annual
wildflower walk on June 1st
Reservations are not required!
Non-member fees are $10/person and $2/child under 12.
Friends of Konza Prairie members are free.
This two-mile guided hike will be from 6:30 p.m. This time of year
the peak of wildflower season. More than 50 species of native
prairie plants are expected to be in bloom along the trail. Bring
your camera!

18. June 7
• 10:00am USO Fishing Derby – invitation only from units
• 8:00pm Victory Celebration –Rally Point Field
June 8
•2:00pm, 4:30pm and 7:00pm USO Sesame Street Event
– Long Gym
June 9- 12
• Sporting events throughout the week.
( softball, combatives tournament, truck rodeo, Soccer, Football, etc.)
June 10
5:00pm USO No dough Dinner – Moon Lake
June 12
10:00am Victory Park Ceremony – Victory Park (DIV HQ’s)
6:00pm 1ID Victory Dinner/Army Birthday –Riley’s Conference Center –See units for
tickets
June 13
7:00am Victory Run – Custer Hill by 2ABCT HQ’s
1:00pm Division Retreat with Honors – Division HQ’s

24. Please come prepared to provide the
item you wish to sell. Suggest having at
a minimum of 3- 5 items decided on.

25. Saturday, June 28, 2014
Paxico, KS
Join the Paxico Merchants Association for this years annual
Meatloaf Cook-Off & Festival! This day-long downtown family
fun festival includes a meatloaf & pie bake-off contests plus
many activities and attractions.
Entertainment:
-The Oregon Trail Gang - live bluegrass music in Woodman Hall
-Zerf, the Original Kansas Cowboy Minstrel, cowboy musician &
poet on the downtown streets of Paxico
-Frank Buchman and his horse May -downtown carriage rides
-Geff & Dawn Dawson demonstrating their authentic cowboy chuck wagon
-Other displays and attractions.
Parade:
Featuring the Paxico Community Vintage Tractor Club, Ft. Riley 1st
Infantry Marching Band, The Sisters on the Fly Women's Outdoor
Adventure Club, CRUZLINE Topeka Dynamic Percussion Drumline,
2013 Meatloaf Royalty, motorcycles, custom cars, horses, & more.
Other Attractions:
Flea Market, Country Legends 106.9 radio remote broadcast, street food vendors
and activities for the kids

26. Elementary Art Class
Our art program for kids is in full swing and the boys and girls are having a blast.
This program is free for children K-5th grades. Saturdays from 12pm-1pm we
explore a fun art concept along with a bit of the history behind it.
Join us at the C.L. Hoover Opera House, 135 W 7th St. Junction City, upstairs in
the JC Arts Council. Be ready to have a great time!
LIL' EMERGING ARTISTS
Li’l Emerging Artists class is for the pre-school child. Parents are
welcome and encouraged to stay with their child and help facilitate the
lesson. Artist and instructor Naomi Williams has many years
experience providing art programs for children. In this class little ones
are introduced to color theory and create art work from a wide range of
materials. Your little emerging artist will have fun with the teacher and
will have a chance to socialize with other pre-school children.
Classes are at the JCArts Council at 135 W. 7th in Downtown Junction
City (the C.L. Hoover Opera House) at 9 AM on Wednesdays. Classes are
$6.00 each. Punchcards for five classes may be purchased for $25.00 for
members and $30.00 for non-members. Email us at
jcartscouncil1@gmail.com to inquire about registration.
Call 785-762-2581 for info on any of our programs.
Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark,
manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or
favoring by the United States Government. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or
reflect those of the United States Government, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.

29. 2014 Manhattan MRC
Yellow Ribbon Social Schedule
Is your spouse deployed, TDY or on a rotation to NTC or JRTC? Not at home
with you? Then we want YOU! Come join the Manhattan Area Chamber of
Commerce Yellow Ribbon Social Group! We meet monthly at varying locations
in the Manhattan community. Join us for great food, make some new friends
and build a support team filled with folks who know what you are going
through– because they are too!
These events are ‘dutch-style’, meaning you spend as much or as little as you
would like per outing. We do not allow children at these functions. Have
questions? Please feel free to call or email Janet Nichols, 785-776-8829 or
janet@manhattan.org. We hope to meet you soon!
January – Bellus Academy
February – della Voce
March – Straight Upp Creative Studio
April – Healing Arts event at Beach Museum
May – Powercat Sports Grill
June – McAlister’s Deli
July – Famous Dave’s
August – Longhorn Steakhouse
September -- Panera
October – Umi Japenese Steakhouse
November – Straight Upp Creative Studio
December – Purple Swirl

33. Monday, June 2nd
Cox Bros BBQ, Junction City, KS
5:00pm
Come join us at Cox Bros BBQ to show support for the Fort Riley USO.
10% of all the sales of the evening will be donated to the Fort Riley
USO. In case you didn't know, the Fort Riley USO is the only USO in the
state of Kansas and supports all the military installation needs in the
entire state. Lets show them our continued support of the great work
they do for our Kansas service members and their families.
“Until everyone comes home“

34. Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark,
manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or
favoring by the United States Government. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or
reflect those of the United States Government, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.
MANHATTAN SUMMER EVENTS
Military Family Appreciation Night at the Kaw Valley Rodeo
Thursday July 24th at CiCo Park, 5:30 PM
FREE pre-rodeo picnic and 1,500 free tickets to soldiers and their
families!
Arts in the Park
Most Friday’s beginning Friday, May 23rd through August 15th at
8:00PM FREE at Manhattan City Park Norvell Band Shell
Wildflower Walk on the Konza Prairie
Sunday, June 1st from 6:00-9:00 PM
**Enjoy excellent views and up to 100 wildflower varieties on this 1.5
hour guides tour of the Butterfly Hill Trail near the headquarters of the
Konza Prairie Biological Station

35. Volunteers are needed to assist in a variety of areas of the Country Stampede --from VIP
Hospitality to our Beverage stands. In exchange for your time and commitment, you will
receive exclusive volunteer benefits as well as being a part of the team that puts on one of
the biggest festivals in the country! If you're ready for a one-of-a-kind experience, read on
and apply to join us at Tuttle Creek State Park in June!
BENEFITS
•Free admission all four days of the event
•Exclusive premiere volunteer seating area
•One complimentary meal provided to all volunteers per each day of event
•Free commemorative Country Stampede t-shirt
•Free Parking
COMMITMENT
•All volunteers must work at least one shift each day of the event.(Shift options vary
on volunteer team assignment)
•All volunteers must attend two mandatory orientation meetings held at Tuttle
Creek State Park.
Meeting Dates: SATURDAY, JUNE 21 @ 11:00 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25 @ 6:00 P.M.
Approximately 40 positions left open. For
more information contact Kim Wagonblast at
785-223-1513 or go to
http://countrystampede.com/info/get-a-
job/setup-tear-down-vip-volunteer.html to
register to volunteer

36. Strong Bonds is a FREE, chaplain-led program for building
relationship and communication skills in service members and
their families. During the Strong Bonds Marriage Enrichment
weekend, married couples will learn to recognize and overcome
harmful communication practices, and to enjoy a happier, more
secure marriage....
See your unit Chaplain for any upcoming Strong
Bond Retreats. There are Strong Bond Events for
Single Soldiers, Married Couples and Families!!!

38. Rape or sexual assault can happen to anyone, male or female, and it’s
never the victim’s fault. It’s important to know that…
Alcohol is a factor in most sexual assaults. Most sexual assaults are committed by someone
the victim knows. Sexual assaults can happen on a date or at a party. There’s no absolute
way to prevent sexual assault, but it helps to think about how you can stay safe and keep
your friends safe.
Tips for Partying Smart
•Stick with your friends.
•Make a plan before you go out. Set up checkpoints or code words to make it easy for
you and your friends to stay connected and communicate troublesome situations.
•Hold on to your drink—even when you go to the bathroom.
•If your drink is out of your sight, even for a few seconds, get a new one. Spiking a
drink with a date rape drug can happen quickly.
•Don’t accept a drink from anyone—unless you can watch the bartender pour it.
•Don’t share drinks.
•Don’t drink from punch bowls or open containers.
•Don’t drink anything that tastes strange.
•Avoid clubs or parties that charge men but let women enter and drink for free.
•Always keep your cell phone charged and on you. You never know when you’ll need
it.
•Make sure you always have a ride home or a plan to walk home with a friend or
roommate.
•Trust your instincts. If something doesn’t feel right to you, leave and get to a safe
place immediately.
DoD Safe Helpline – 1-877-995-5247