Fermilab Today Announcements

Accepting nominations for Director's Award
The Education Office is accepting nominations for the Director's Award through Friday, Oct. 22. The annual $1,000 award recognizes one employee, user, or contractor each year whose contributions are outstanding, even among the many supporters of Fermilab's K–12 education programs. Nomination forms may be downloaded from http://ed.fnal.gov/award/ the Director's Award website. Hardcopies may be picked up from Gayle Millman or Carol Angarola on WH 15 West. The award will be presented at the annual Volunteers reception on Tuesday, Nov. 2.

NALWO Autumn Potluck Luncheon - Oct. 15
NALWO, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory Women’s Organization, will host their annual Autumn Potluck Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 15, at Chez Leon in the Fermilab Users' Center. Join lab women (guests, visitors, users, and employees) as we begin our 2010 fall season. Please bring a dish to share: a casserole, salad, side dish, dessert, or whatever you choose! Register by October 13. Call Annamaria Feher at (630) 926-4989, or e-mail annamariafeher@comcast.net

Toastmasters - Oct. 21
Bring your lunch and join us for 45 minutes in the Wilson Hall 7th Floor Racetrack Thursday, Oct. 21 starting at 12:05. In Toastmaster, you will learn self-growth, how to plan and relax, how to present an idea as to whether you have time to prepare or just 10 seconds. You will learn to listen and think effectively, how to prepare and give speeches with confidence and in a wide range of situations, best of all, you'll practice in a friendly, supportive environment, with people who are there for the same reasons. www-org.fnal.gov/toastmasters

Argentine Tango through Nov. 3
Our new series of four tango classes starts Wednesday, October 13, with instructors Daniel Noce and Ramona Nita. Classes take place each Wednesday in Ramsey Auditorium, Class dates: October 13, 20, 27 and Novermber 3. Level 1: Fundamentals: 7 to 8 p.m. (Practice - 6:30 p.m.) Level 2: Intermediate/Advanced: 8 to 9 p.m. (Practice - 10 p.m.) For information, http://bss.fnal.gov/tango.pdf to sign up or directions, please send an email Pamela Noyes: noyes@fnal.gov

Accelerate to a Healthy Lifestyle Program
ES&H is rolling out its 2nd annual "Accelerate to a Healthy Lifestyle" program which kicks off October 1. The event will run from October 1 through December 31. The goal is to exercise three days per week for 30 minutes. For more information, please visit the ES&H web page where you can now enter your time electronically, access hard copy log sheets, etc. http://www-esh.fnal.gov/.

Fright Fest Discount Tickets at Six Flags
Purchase Anyday Fright Fest at Six Flags Great America Tickets for $33 ($5 processing fee per online order). Go to https://shop.accesso.com/clients/sixflags/affiliate/login.php?m=8289 Username: fermilabGM, Password: SixFlags6. Special Fermi Outing Day Tickets are also available 10/22-10/24 for $26 (online processing fee waived) go to http://www.sixflags.com. Pick a Park: Six Flags Great America; Enter Promo Code (Fermi) in Upper Right Hand Corner. Print tickets. For more information call Jeanne in the Recreation/Wellness Dept. at x2548.

Chicago Blackhawks Discount Tickets
Take advantage of this Fermilab ticket offer. Availability is limited so order today! Enter the special offer code of October, and then log in or create an account. Once you complete your order, you will receive an email confirmation to print your tickets. If you have any questions or if you're looking to purchase a group of 15 or more tickets, please contact TR Johnson at (312)455-7095 or http://wdrs.fnal.gov/recreation/convenience.html or tjohnson@chicagoblackhawks.com or Jeanne in Recreation/Wellness at x2548.

NALWO Children's Playgroup Halloween Party
The Fermilab NALWO Children's Playgroup invites you to a Halloween Party on Friday, Oct. 22, 5:30pm, Kuhn Barn. (All Fermilab families are welcome!) Wear your costume and have fun! Crafts, Games, Trick-or-Treat, & Costumer Parade. Please bring a dish to share for the potluck dinner. (Drinks provided.) RSVP by Oct. 15. (Please let them know how many kids are coming.) For your reservation e-mail NALWO_PLAYGROUP_officers@fnal.gov or call Ana Maria or Gabi (630)844-6608

Regal Movie Theater discount tickets available
The Recreation Department now has Regal Movie Theater Discount Tickets available. Regal Theaters recently purchased the AMC Cantera 30 in Warrenville. Other Regal locations include Bolingbrook Stadium 12, Lake Zurich 12 and Crystal Lake Showplace Stadium 16. We have $8 unrestricted tickets and $7 restricted use tickets available. IMAX and 3D are subject to a surcharge at the theater.

Fermilab Lecture Series Presents The Long Thaw: How Humans are Changing the Next 100,000 Years of the Earth's Climate Oct. 22
One of the ongoing points of discussion in the climate change debate is the impact of carbon emissions. In his lecture, The Long Thaw: How Humans are Changing the Next 100'00 Years of the Earth's Climate, Dr. David Archer, geophysicist at the University of Chicago and renowned author on the topic of global warming, presents some of the latest scientific findings on the complex topic of the global carbon cycle. The "lifetime" of fossil fuel CO² in the atmosphere is a complicated question but in general the CO² concentration will be higher than natural for hundreds of thousands of years. For more information visit http://www.fnal.gov/culture.

Card Stampers Club Oct. 12
Calling all card stampers. Come to the Card Stampers Open House on Tuesday, October 12 anytime between 11:30am - 1:30pm, Wilson Hall, 15W, Aquarium. $10/person. Supplies provided for 3 cards. Bring your own scissors, adhesive and journaling pen. For more information call Jeanne in the Recreation/Wellness Dept. at x2548 or email jkoester@fnal.gov.

Fibromyalgia Awareness Seminar - Oct. 11
Fibromyalgia Awareness, Monday, Oct. 11, Noon-1:00, Conference Room One West. Fibromyalgia is a common and complex chronic pain disorder that affects people physically, mentally and socially. This seminar will provide a better understanding of a chronic pain disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. Kathy Heikkinen, Public School Teacher and 15 year FM patient; Jayne Holley, Rehabilitation Team Leader, Delnor Hospital.

Mental Health Awareness Part II - Oct. 12
"In Our Own Voice" The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Tuesday, Oct. 12, Noon-1:00 p.m., Conference Room One West. This multimedia presentation will feature the presenters' compelling personal stories of living with mental illness and achieving recovery. They will discuss their Dark Days, Acceptance, Treatment, Coping Strategies, Successes, Hopes and Dreams. John Zurn, Private School Teacher and author of three books; Mary Dalton has worked over 16 years in two Fortune 500 companies and is currently on the staff at NAMI of DuPage.

Down Syndrome Awareness Seminar - Oct. 13
Down Syndrome -- Imagine the Possibilities, Wednesday, Oct. 13, Noon-1:00 p.m., Conference Room One West. National Association for Down Syndrome (NADS). Increase your awareness and knowledge about Down syndrome, the resources that are available to individuals and families affected by it, and learn how both children and adults with DS have incredible talents and potential and are more like everyone else than different. Nancy Goodfellow (NADS) is the parent of a child with Down syndrome, past board member of NADS, and currently speaks to universities and hospitals about Down syndrome.

Word 2007: New Features class offered Oct. 20
Explore the new features of Word 2007. Describe the types of toolbars and the Office Window Frame with 90% accuracy. Customize the Word Interface with Word Options Dialog Box. Apply Styles and document Themes. Correctly create Illustrations using SmartArt Graphics as directed by the Instructor. Save a document in XML format and use the Compatibility Checker feature accurately as described in the Lesson Lab. For more informaiton or to enroll please visit http://www-esh.fnal.gov/pls/default/schedule.show_course_details?cid=4787.

Excel 2007: New Features class offered Oct. 20
Explore the new features of Excel 2007. Customize the Excel Interface to fit your workplace needs. Analyze the enhancements in Excel spreadsheets and select those that will improve particular applications. Apply a Formula, use the enhanced Function Wizard, calculation options and the Function Library to improve the usability of a spreadsheet. For more information or to enroll please visit http://www-esh.fnal.gov/pls/default/schedule.show_course_details?cid=4788.