Ft Riley Retiree Council

05/26/2026

05/26/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

We also remember the families who carry their legacy forward each day. For surviving spouses and dependents, education benefits such as Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) and the Fry Scholarship may be available to help support future educational goals.

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Regiment Center for Women Veterans, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Center for Minority Veterans, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW Student Veterans of America U.S. Department of Education

05/26/2026

Need flexible childcare? Riley CYS offers a fun and safe Alternative Care Options for your Family!

We have two great programs:
🗓️ Super Saturday Care: Give your kids a fun-filled day while you run errands or relax.
✨ Parents' Night Out: Enjoy an evening to yourself!

Details for both:
Ages: 6 weeks - 11 years old (5th Grade)
Cost: $40 per child
Location: Whiteside North CDC, 678 Warrior Road

Special: Spouses of Deployed Service Members may be eligible for 16 hours of free care

Advance registration is required. Call Parent Central to sign up at 785-239-9885

05/19/2026

Did you know that children of fallen service members may qualify for the Fry Scholarship?

The Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship provides educational benefits to the spouses and children of service members who died in the line of duty after September 10, 2001. This benefit can help cover tuition, housing, books, and other educational expenses.
https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/education-and-careers/fry-scholarship/

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs U.S. Department of Education Student Veterans of America Center for Women Veterans, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs U.S. Department of War

05/19/2026

Get ready to kick up some dirt! 🤘 Always wanted to try ATVing but didn't know where to start? This is your sign! Our "Intro to ATVs at the Adventure Park" is designed specifically for beginners.

Join us for a guided ride on the Adventure Park trails and experience the thrill for yourself. We provide the ATV, helmet, goggles, and gloves, all you need to bring is your sense of adventure!

Intro to ATV at the Outdoor Adventure Park
📍 5202 Normandy Drive
📅 May 30
⏰ 1-3 PM
💲 Cost: $35/person

Spots are limited to just 8 riders, so grab your spot before it's gone! Register by May 28.

🔗 https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac103/wbwsc/rileyrectrac.wsc/wbsearch.html?wbsi=ff15856d-20bc-6198-ee14-7ba918990b03&xxcim=0&xxmod=TK&xxrowid=0x000000001bae8d80&xxfrom=wb0330.html

05/19/2026

🎉 BINGO! Get ready to shout it loud and clear at our FREE Bingo Nights at the Library happening every last Saturday in 2026.

Fort Riley Post Library
📍2600 Trooper Drive
📅Last Saturday of every month in 2026
⏰ 3PM - 5PM
📞 785-239-5305

05/19/2026

05/19/2026

05/19/2026

Planning for school with your GI Bill benefits? The GI Bill® Comparison Tool helps you plan for school by:

• Estimating education benefits
• Reviewing tuition costs
• Exploring housing allowance information

https://www.va.gov/education/gi-bill-comparison-tool/

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Student Veterans of America Regiment