Unit Encounters

1st MEB

91st MP Det, 519th MP Bn — Hosts a motor pool Monday event June 18 from 7-9 a.m. at the battalion motor pool. This event is in coordination with the 272nd MP Co, 519th MP Bn. The detachment also hosts a commissary bagging fund-raiser June 30 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information call 531-6975/6882.

HHD, 209th MP Co, 519th MP Bn — The Family Readiness Group hosts a motor pool Monday event Monday from 7-9 a.m. at the 519th Military Police Battalion motor pool. For more information call 531-2468/8334.

209th MP Co, 519th MP Bn — Will be creating “welcome home” banners in the 519th MP Bn conference room June 22 from 4-8 p.m. For more information call 531-8334.

258th MP Co, 519th MP Bn — Hosts an FRG car wash at Huddle House June 16 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The company also hosts an FRG bowling night at Strike Zone Bowling Center June 28 from 6-8 p.m. For more information call 531-4919.

272nd MP Co, 519th MP Bn — Hosts a motor pool Monday event June 18 from 7-9 a.m. at the 519th Military Police Battalion motor pool. This event is in coordination with the 91st MP Det, 519th MP Bn. For more information call 531-6975/6882.

1st Bn (Abn), 509th Inf

Battalion wide — Meets Fridays at 8 a.m. at the Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital trailhead for a run/walk. Children and strollers are welcome.

Miscellaneous

Summer kick off

The Farmers Market in downtown Leesville, across the street from Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3106, hosts a summer kick off June 16 from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. The event offers free hot dogs, soda, music, military displays and a variety of vendors. For more information visit leesvillemainstreet.org.

AGLOW international

The AGLOW International June Brunch, held at 808 East First St., Soul Soup Building in DeRidder, hosts Debbie Fisher for the event Saturday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. AGLOW International is a global network consisting of hundreds of groups of men and women committed to making a difference in their Families and communities by reaching beyond themselves to touch the lives of others. For more information call Nell Newby at (337) 460-1803.

Design Leesville logo

Test your artistic skills by designing the next Leesville Main Street logo and the chance of winning $250. The logo must represent the Leesville Main Street District which covers U.S. Hwy. 171 (Sixth Street) to First Street and from Mechanic Street to La. Hwy. 467. The logo can be created on a computer or hand drawn using pen or pencil, but must include the words, “Leesville Main Street.” Each design must measure 4-by-4 inches and be submitted on a separate piece of white paper, centered on the page. Deadline for entries is July 31 at 5 p.m. Applications are available at leesvillemainstreet.org. The winning entry will be unveiled at the “Change for Main” Banquet and Piccadilly Auction Aug. 25 at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3106. For more information call Sam Kincade at (337) 239-2444 ext. 9 or mail entries to 1010 West Lee St, Leesville, La 71446.

Tennis clinic

The Leesville Country Club hosts youth tennis clinics in June. Randy Stephens, a certified professional tennis instructor, is teaching the clinics and provides an overview of the basic strokes to introduce children to tennis. The clinics are free of charge. Participants should provide their own racquets and wear tennis shoes. The clinic schedule is as follows:

Clinic #1 — Ages 6-7 — Is Tuesday from 9 a.m.-noon.

Clinic #2 — Ages 8-11 — Is June 19 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Clinic #3 — Ages 12-14 — Is June 26 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. These clinics will cover forehand, backhand, serve and volley. Preregistration via phone is required. Interested parents and youth should contact Randy Stephens at (337) 239-0355.

Scholarship opportunity

The Vernon Historical Society is taking applications from Vernon Parish high school seniors for a scholarship. If you are going into the field of study of history or political science, see your guidance counselor for an application. The scholarship is $300.

Clubs and Groups

Indianhead group

The 2nd (Indianhead) Division Association is searching for anyone who has served in the 2nd Infantry Division. For information about the national association and its annual reunion in Reno, Nev. Aug. 23-26 visit www.2ida.org or call Bob Haynes at (224) 225-1202 or email 2idahq@comcast.net.

Polk Bassmasters

If you like to fish and want to be part of a group with common interests, whether or not you have a boat, the Fort Polk Community Bass Masters is the right club for you. The club meets monthly at the American Legion, 500 Vernon St., New Llano. The next meeting is June 28 at 7 p.m. For more information call (337) 208-8185, (337) 238-3314, (337) 397-0745 or visit www.fortpolkbassmasters.com.

Gem club

The Gem and Mineral Club meets the second Tuesday of each month at the Vernon Parish Library, 1401 Nolan Trace, Leesville. The next meeting is Tuesday. Meetings begin with a potluck at 6:30 p.m. and conclude with auctions of mineral specimens. Bring a dessert or side dish. For more information visit www.lutheransonline.com/gems.

Purple Heart meeting

The Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 727 meets the third Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. in the New Llano American Legion Hall. Recipients of the Purple Heart are welcome. The next meeting is June 16. For details call (337) 238-0170.

Omega Psi Phi

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity meets the second Tuesday of each month. The next meeting is Tuesday. For details call (337) 208-7059 or (337) 424-2286.

Support Groups

Recovery Support Group

The Celebrate Recovery Support Group meets at More Community Church, 112 Lula St. every Friday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Limited child care is available. For more information call (337) 238-8888.

Plant a seed

The Alcoholics Anonymous Plant A Seed group hosts meetings just outside the North Fort gate on 1745 Chaffee Rd. Meetings are held Mondays at 7:15 p.m., Tuesdays at 6 p.m., Wednesdays at noon and Fridays at 5 p.m. For more information call 537-3913.

Al-Anon

DeRidder’s Al-Anon program meets Mondays from noon-1 p.m. and Tuesdays and Fridays from 8-9 p.m. at 107 Wilson St. For more information call (337) 462-1505.

Autism awareness

An autism awareness support group meets from 9-11 a.m. the second Saturday of each month at the Leesville Donut Shop. The next meeting is July 14. Celebrate Recovery Celebrate Recovery meets Fridays in the Triumph House at East Leesville Baptist Church. Meetings begin with a meal at 6 p.m. Child care is free. For more information call (337) 239-3733.