Operation Military Family Time Out -

On the Second Saturday of each month, children ages birth – 6^th grade of Quad Cities area military are welcome to attend a free fun day at one of the Quad Cities YMCS's through Operation: Military Kids (OMK). It is the U.S. Army's effort with America's communities to support the children of military families. "This is a great opportunity for kids in similar situations to engage with one another while giving their parent or guardian a chance to have some "me time." said Diane Baker, youth development educator for University of Illinois Extension.

Activities will include swimming, games, snacks and crafts. Pre-registration for the free programis required by the Friday one week prior to each session. For more information, University of Illinois Extension at 309-796-0512 or Iowa State Extension at 563-359-7577. Operation Family Time Out is sponsored locally by 4-H and the YMCA's of Illinois and Iowa and the Rock Island Arsenal.

Support for the programis provided, in part, by a grant from the Community Foundation of the Great Riverbend.