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Free fitness sampler to help stay fit during the holidays Woman’s self defense seminar open to ages 14 & up Zip line among the gorgeous autumn Blue Ridge mountains Senior golf invitation travels through both base courses Air Force Art Contest opens registration for 2019 entries
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Air Force Art Contest Arts & Crafts Center Family Child Care Program Military & Family Readiness Centers Youth Programs Libraries Redbank Thanksgiving lunch buffet
Facility directories, maps
The Breeze magazine is a monthly digital publication designed and produced by the 628th Force Support Squadron Marketing Office. Dates, times, program availability and prices are subject to change without notice. Contact the facility for the latest information. No federal endorsement of sponsors or advertisers is intended or implied. The FSS Marketing Office is located on the Air Base and can be reached at 843-963-3809.
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For a complete listing of events, programs and activities on Joint Base Charleston, visit our website at www.JBCharleston.com. You can also catch us on Facebook at “JBCharleston FSS,” as well as Twitter and Instagram: @628FSS.
FEEDBACK
The 628th Force Support Squadron manages dozens of assets on Joint Base Charleston, from the clubs and golf courses, to the AF Military Personnel Office and youth centers. We value your feedback on these programs. To comment on FSS services, products, facilities or personnel, please log on to www.JBCharleston.com and click on “ICE,” our Interactive Customer Evaluation. Hard copies of the evaluation are also available at each facility.
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If you own a local, regional or nationwide commercial business and would like to have the Joint Base Charleston community learn more about your products and services, you can advertise in the Breeze and its companion public website, www.JBCharleston.com. Ad rates for on-line media are reasonable and competitive. You will be gaining access to more than 90,000 local military, DoD civilians, family members and retirees. Learn how to tap into the Lowcountry’s most dynamic market share by contacting the 628th Force Support Squadron Marketing office at 843-963-3816 or by e-mail at JBCharlestonMarketing@gmail.com.
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The Dive
BAR & GRILL • FLETCHER STREET WEAPONS STATION • 794-4238 Doors open each night at 5 p.m.
Local craft beer & wings night
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Thursday night football Nov. 7 - Chargers vs. Patriots Nov. 14 - Steelers vs. Browns Nov. 21 - Colts vs. Texans
Saturday, Nov. 23
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Limited space to celebrate?
We host celebrations and parties with small groups and big crowds for nearly any occasion • Amazing selection of adult beverages • Modern game arcade • Food available by the platter or buffet style • Call or stop by for details
the dive Fletcher Street • JB Charleston • Weapons Station 843.794.4238
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Fitness Centers
November Fitness Classes
AIR BASE • 963-3347
YOGA - Monday & Wednesday, 5:45 p.m.; Thursday, 5:15 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.m. MARTIAL ARTS - (Karate) Monday & Wednesday, 7 p.m.; Thursday & Friday, 6:30 p.m. FUNCTIONAL FITNESS - Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 6 a.m. & 5 p.m. DANCE FITNESS - Monday & Wednesday, 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday & Friday, 12 p.m.; Friday, 5 p.m. INDOOR CYCLING - Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 11:30 a.m.; Tuesday & Thursday, 9 a.m.; Friday, 6 a.m. MIX IT UP! Monday, 11 a.m. - Kinetics (Fitness on Request); Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. - Strength & Conditioning; Wednesday, 9 a.m. - Tabata; Wednesday, 4 p.m. - Intro to Fitness; Thursday, 1:30 p.m. - Kinetics; Friday, 10 a.m. Kinetics; Saturday, 5 p.m. - Kinetics. All classes, unless otherwise indicated, are free. 24-HOUR ACCESS - Patrons with a valid CAC can register at the Center for 24-hour access.
WEAPONS STATION • 794-4173
YOGA - Wednesday, Sunrise Yoga, 9:30 a.m. MARTIAL ARTS - (Judo/Jujitsu) Monday, Wednesday & Friday - 6:45 p.m.; 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month - Street Survival Jujitsu, 9 a.m.; 2nd, 4th & 5th Saturday of the month, Jujitsu - 9 a.m. FLEET ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM - (Active duty only) Monday & Wednesday, 5 p.m. ; Tuesday & Thursday, 10:30 a.m. INDOOR CYCLING - Monday & Tuesday, Virtual Cycling, 5:30 a.m. MORE GREAT WORKOUTS! - Monday - Friday, Afternoon AMRAP (30 min. class), 12 p.m.; Tuesday & Thursday, Strength-Conditioning (Kid-Friendly), 9:30 a.m.; Tuesday & Thursday, Strength & Conditioning, 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Dance Fitness, 5:30 p.m.; Thursday, MIXXEDFIT dance fitness, 6:30 p.m.; Thursday, HITT, 5:30 a.m.; 3rd Saturday of the month at 8 a.m., Boot Camp with trainers. Unless otherwise indicated, Weapons Station classes are held at Bldg. 725 in the Menriv Mall area. Classes are free.
Bring a friend and have some fun!
Nov. 16 - 9:30 A.M. FREE EVENT AIR BASE FITNESS CENTER YOGA - DANCE FITNESS - MARTIAL ARTS SPIN -STRENGTH & CONDITIONING KINETICS CALL (843) 963-3347 FOR MORE DETAILS Proud, local sponsors for this event are: 8 the Breeze November 2019
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Outdoor Rec Center AIR BASE • 963-1732
Blue Ridge Mountains Nov. 23-24 • $120 per person Includes transportation, overnight stay, zipline fee & hikes • Advance reservations required • Limited openings • Sign-up ASAP • Call (843) 963-1732 for more details.
Explore Brookgreen Gardens Nov. 17 • Murrells Inlet, S.C. One of the top 10 gardens in the U.S. This marvel of landscaping is a unique melding of art, nature and history that has been designated a National Historic Landmark.
We have great attraction, venue discount tickets
Charleston is one of the most popular tourist destinations in North America. But, you don’t have to pay tourist prices for tickets and attractions. We have discounts on plantation, harbor, carriage and walking tours, including local attractions such as Patriots Point with its Medal of Honor Museum. We also have discounts on Myrtle Beach attractions, along with reduced ticket prices for Disney World, Sea World, Busch Gardens and Medieval Times. Check out a complete listing of great ticket deals at our website: JBCharlestonORC.com.
Rent all kinds of stuff from us
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Why buy it if you can rent it? The Air Base ORC has a building and a lot full of gear of all shapes, and sizes for your use including jon boats, Bass Tracker boats, kayaks, canoes, water skis, fishing gear and surfboards. Also, we have campers, tents, cooking gear, several sizes of ice chests, back packs and inflatable sleep mattresses, along with charcoal and propane grills and picnic canopies . Check out our entire inventory at JBCharlestonORC.com. JBCharleston.com
Adventure Events Air Base • 963-1732 Weapons Station • 794-8234
Beach horseback rides: Nov. 2. Seabrook Island, S.C. This is a wonderful, scenic trip for riders of all levels at a slow, leisurely pace on the pristine beaches of Seabrook Island. The $45pp cost includes transportation, riding instruction, gear and guide. Trip leaves from two locations: 7:45 a.m. at the Air Base Outdoor Recreation Center and 9:15 a.m. from The Dive parking lot on the Weapons Station. Return time is approximately 3 p.m. Charleston kayaking: Nov. 2. Charleston Harbor. Come relax by kayaking the Charleston waterways, learning about its history and what inhabits the areas of the marshlands. No paddling experience needed - we will teach you all you need to know. The $30pp price includes transportation, all kayaking and safety gear, and guide. Trip departs The Dive parking lot on the Weapons Station at 9 a.m., returning around 1 p.m. Build a terrarium: Nov. 2. Weapons Station. Join the staff from Air Base Arts & Crafts for this fun program on how to build a terrarium. The program will be conducted in the Bowman Center’s Liberty Lounge. The $30pp price includes instruction and all material. Classes starts at 2 p.m. Tandem skydive: Nov. 9. Walterboro, S.C. Come jump out of a perfectly good airplane because you mom told you not to! The $120 cost includes transportation, skydive instruction, tandem instructor, all gear, jump and a time to remember! Departs from The Dive parking lot on the at 7:15 a.m., and returns at approximately 3 p.m. Kitty Hawk adventure: Nov. 16-17. Kitty Hawk, N.C. Are you looking for a weekend getaway with your friends or family? Join the Air Base Outdoor Recreation Center on a fun, exciting adventure in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The group will go to a ropes course, then fly kites and watch the sunset. Sunday morning we will go hang gliding at heights of 20 feet off the famous Jockey Ridge. The $185pp price includes overnight stay based on double occupancy, all activities and transportation. Trip departs the Air Base ORC at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday and returns around 10:30 p.m., Sunday night. Explore Brookgreen Gardens: Nov. 17. Murrells Inlet, S.C. On this trip, we will explore and learn about one of the top 10 gardens in the U.S. - Brookgreen Gardens. This marvel of landscaping is a unique melding of art, nature and history that has been designated a National Historic Landmark. Individuals will also have the opportunity to visit the in-house zoo and walk many of the scenic trails. the $25pp price includes transportation and gardens entry fee. Excursion departs the Air Base ORC at 9 a.m., return at approximately 5 p.m. Farm to Table trip: Nov. 23. Charleston. We will pick yummy food from the farmer’s market and then go on a short historical tour of Charleston while a local chef makes a delicious meal for us. This is a great tour for locals and visitors alike. The $30 per person cost (reg. price $75) includes transportation, culinary food and tour. Departs The Dive parking lot on the Weapons Station at 8 a.m., returning about 3 p.m. Navitat Zipline: Nov. 23-24. Barnardsville, N.C. Join the Air Base Outdoor Rec staff on a fun zip of the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains in west central North Carolina. This is a high flying, high adrenaline trip not for the faint at heart. The $120pp price includes overnight stay in a double occupancy room, zipline fee, hikes and transportation. Departs the Air Base ORC at 8 a.m., Saturday, returning around 7 p.m., Sunday.
IMPORTANT SIGN-UP + MEET-UP LOCATIONS
LIBERTY Lounge in Bowman quarterdeck (Bldg. 2401) – Located on Naval Weapons Station Outdoor Recreation Center (101 Scarton Lane) – Located on Air Base
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Bowling Centers AIR BASE • 963-3315 WEAPONS STATION • 794-7235
Xtreme Youth Bowling Nov. 16 6-9 p.m.
Youth under age 18 bowl all they can for just $6 per youth *Adults regular price
Marrington Lanes
Weapons Station (843) 794-7235
RED PIN BOWLING EVERY SUNDAY THIS MONTH When you get a red pin as the head pin, inform the rec aid and if you strike, you’ll receive a free game of bowling. Limits one per day per person.
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Air Base
628th Force Support Squadron Joint Base Charleston Area Code for all Air Base facilities is 843
Child Development Center
963-4366
Monday-Friday, 6:30 am - 6 pm
Education Center
963-4575
Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm (Exception - Closes at 11:30 am every third Wednesday of the month for in-house training)
Family Child Care
963-2546 963-2547 (fax)
Monday-Friday, 7 am - 4 pm
Fitness & Sports Center
963-3347
Sunday, 8 am - 3 pm; Monday-Friday, 5 am - 8 pm; Saturday, 9 am - 5 pm; Holiday/family “down days,” 8 am - 3 pm
Gaylor Dining Facility
963-0782/0784
Weekdays: Breakfast, 6-9 am; Lunch, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm; Dinner, 4:30-6:30 pm; Midnight meal, 11 pm - 1 am; Grab-N-Go, 9-10:30 am & 1:30-4:30 pm Weekends/holidays: Breakfast, 6:30-8:30 am; Lunch, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm; Dinner, 4:30-6:30 pm; Midnight meal, 11 pm - 12:30 am; Grab-N-Go, 8:30-10:30 am & 1:30-4:30 pm
Honor Guard
767-2134
Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Human Resources Office
963-7948
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 7:30 am - 4 pm Wednesday, 7:30-11 am
Inns of Charleston (Lodging)
963-8000
Continuous operation 24 hours a day
JB Charleston Framing, Engraving & Gifts/Arts & Crafts Center
963-1936
Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
Library
963-3320
Sunday, 12-5 pm; Monday - Tuesday, 10 am - 7 pm; Wednesday, 10 am - 5:30 pm
Military & Family Readiness Center
963-4406
Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm or by appointment Discovery (computer) Center - Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Outdoor Recreation Center/ Information, Tickets and Travel
963-1732/963-1672
Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
Single Airman Initiative
963-1672
Monday-Friday, 8 am - 5 pm (Located in the Outdoor Rec Center)
Starlifter Lanes Bowling Center
963-3315
Sunday,1-5 pm; Monday-Thursday, 6:30 am - 1:30 pm; Friday, 6:30 am - 1:30 pm & 5-10:30 pm; Saturday, 1-10:30 pm
Wrenwoods Golf Course
963-1833/963-1834
Course hours: 7 am to 5 pm
Youth Programs/Youth Center
963-5684
Office hours: Monday-Friday, 9 am - 6 pm Program hours: (School) Monday-Friday, 2:30-6 pm Program hours: (Summer camp) Monday-Friday, 6:30 am - 6 pm
Base operator - (Commercial) 963-1110 (DSN) 673-1110
Force Support/MWR website: www.JBCharleston.com
Force Support/MWR Facebook: www.facebook.com/jbcharlestonfss
Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, facilities are closed on holidays. Daily hours of operation are subject to change without notice. Call ahead for most current information. November 2019
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Off-Site Force Support Facilities
Redbank Golf Course (Bldg. 290) 794-7802 Sam’s Fitness Center (Bldg. 708) 794-4173 Storm Pointe Conference Ctr (Bldg. 950) 794-7797 Teen Center (Bldg. 788-B) 794-2125 The Dive Bar & Grill (Bldg. 1680) 794-4238 Youth Center (Bldg. 788) 794-7809 Youth Sports Office (Bldg. 788-B) 794-4134
Legal Bldg. 84
Redbank Plantation Golf Course
Storm Pointe Conference Center
Marrington Plantation Outdoor Recreation Area Hiking & Bike Trails Weapons Station Entry Control/ Main Gate
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Housing Office
Community Center
Youth Programs
Thrift Shop
All Saints Chapel
Cinema One Movie Theater
NEX Gas Station Hot Deals on Wheels Vehicle Lot Athletics Office Naval Sea Cadets (843) 276-9107
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Auto Skills Center
794-7752
Wednesday - Friday, 9 am - 8 pm; Saturday, 8 am - 8 pm
Child Development Center
794-7408 794-4018 (fax)
Monday-Friday, 6:30 am - 6 pm
Cinema One Movie Theater
794-2120
Closed
Cooper River Cafe (SPAWAR)
218-5722
Monday -Friday, 7 am - 2 pm
Eastside Wellness Center
794-7102
Monday-Friday, 6 am - 6 pm
Liberty (Bowman Center)
794-8234
Daily, 10 am - 10 pm (including holidays)
Library
794-7900
Wednesday - Thursday, 9 am - 7 pm; Friday, 9 am - 5:30 pm; Saturday, 12-5 pm
Marrington Bowling Center
794-7235
Sunday, 1-5 pm; Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 11 am - 1 pm & 5-10 pm; Tuesday, 9 am - 1 pm; Friday, 9 am - 1 pm & 6 pm -12:30 am; Saturday, 6 pm - 12:30 am
Military & Family Readiness Center
794-7480 794-7492 (fax)
Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Outdoor Adventure Center/ Information, Tickets & Travel
794-2120
Monday-Friday, 11 am - 5 pm; Saturday, 10 am - 1 pm
Redbank Club & Catering
794-7797 794-4105 (fax)
Office & Catering information: Tuesday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lunch Buffet - Tuesday-Friday, 11 am - 1 pm With prior arrangement, catered functions are available everyday.
Redbank Plantation Golf Course
794-7828
Everyday, 6:30 am - dusk (including federal holidays) Fairway Grill: Sunday, 7 am - 1 pm; Monday - Friday, 6:15 am - 1 pm; Saturday, 7 am - 1 pm
Sam’s Fitness Center
794-4173
Sunday, 7 am - 7 pm; Monday-Friday, 5:30 am - 8:30 pm; Saturday, 7 am - 7 pm
Short Stay Outdoor Recreation Area
743-2608
Continuous operation 24 hours a day
The Dive Bar & Grill
794-4238
Wednesday & Thursday, 5 pm - 12 am; Friday & Saturday, 5 pm - 2 am
Youth Programs
794-7809 794-4003 (fax)
Office hours: Monday-Friday, 9 am- 6 pm Program hours: Before School Care, Monday-Friday, 6-8 am After School Care, Monday-Friday, 2-6 pm Program hours: (Summer camp) Monday-Friday, 6 am - 6 pm
Base operator - (Commercial) 963-1110 (DSN) 673-1110
Force Support/MWR website: www.JBCharleston.com
Force Support/MWR Facebook: www.facebook.com/jbcharlestonfss
Please note: Unless otherwise indicated, facilities are closed on holidays. Daily hours of operation are subject to change without notice. Call ahead for most current information.
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AIR BASE • 963-4406 WEAPONS STATION • 794-7480 November classes & programs BUNDLES FOR BABIES This session’s mission is to assist expecting families in their transition to becoming parents. Some of the subjects covered are budgeting for new baby, car seat safety, and dental care for mom and baby during/post pregnancy, WIC and much more. Nov. 1, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. AB SEVEN THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT CREDIT CARDS Topics covered include building credit, credit limits, minimum payments, budgeting, “teaser” rates and the true cost of interest. Discover how to responsibly use your credit cards! Nov. 4, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. AB REINTEGRATION BRIEFING This very valuable briefing is for individuals returning from a deployment to help them reintegrate back into family life. Individuals are required to attend one of these sessions within seven days of returning to home station. Session also includes the mandatory voter information brief for all reintegrating members. All sessions held at the Air Base. Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26, 9-10 a.m. Nov. 7 & 21 - 3-4 p.m. RESUME AND COVER LETTERS Attend this session and get the basics to write an effective resume and compelling cover letter. Nov. 5, 1-3 p.m. AB PREPPING FOR A PCS In conjunction with the Military Personnel Section, this mandatory workshop preps the attendee for orders and provides expert advice from several agencies to help with relocation. Spouses highly encouraged to attend. Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2-3:30 p.m. AB DEPLOYMENT/REMOTE TOUR PREPAREDNESS This is a unique and worthwhile session to attend to learn valuable information on how to make that next deployment or remote assignment a success for everyone. Spouses/partners are highly encouraged to attend. All sessions held at the Air Base. Nov. 5, 7, 12, 19 & 26, 3-4 p.m. Nov. 21, 9-10 a.m. NNPTC RESILIENCY TRAINING This is the first day/session of Ttrack at NNPTC
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resilience training. All sessions held at the Weapons Station. Nov. 5, 2-4 p.m. Nov. 12, 19 & 26, 12:30-4 p.m. KEY SPOUSE TRAINING This session will involve Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR), suicide prevention and domestic awareness training. Nov. 6, 9:30-11 a.m. AB INTERVIEWING FOR SUCCESS Learn about various types of interviews, receive tips and techniques for successful interviewing and how to prepare your “elevator speech”! Nov. 6, 1-3 p.m. AB MY NEW SPACE This is a mandatory session for all dorm residents after two years of service or prior to getting married and moving out. Certificates are presented after completion of the class, which are to be given to the dorm manager by the Airmen. Nov. 6, 2:30-4 p.m. AB SMOOTH MOVES This session is geared towards military and family members moving out of the local area. In partnership with supporting base agencies, this workshop provides information and resources on what to expect through your move. Attendees will learn how to initiate the movement of their household goods, entitlements and how to access resources at the gaining installation. Nov. 7, 9-11:30 a.m. WS NAVIGATING FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT Join this workshop and learn how to navigate the USA JOBS website and get your federal job! Nov. 8, 1-3 p.m. WS ENTREPRENEUR TRAINING TRACK This two-day course is an additional TAP workshop for those interested in learning more about the opportunities and challenges of business ownership. It is led by subject matter experts and practitioners from the Small Business Administration. Upon completion, participants are eligible for an eight-week, instructor-led on-line course. Nov. 12-13, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. WS Continued on Page 23 JBCharleston.com
Continued from Page 22 THINK. PLAN. SAVE. This valuable workshop will reveal key points of the Blended Retirement System and the Thrift Savings Plan. Nov. 12, 2-3:30 p.m. WS TSP & YOU - RETIRE A MILLIONAIRE Get your questions answered about saving for retirement at this informative session. Learn the ins and outs of the Thrift Savings Plan, including discovering how matching contributions work, how to select contribution elections, Roth vs. traditional savings plans, investment options, index funds and much more. Nov. 13, 11 a.m. -1 p.m. AB EMPLOYER PANEL Various employers will serve on a panel to answer industry and interview related questions, with the potential of hiring attendees. All job seekers (active duty military, civilians and spouses) are encouraged to attend. Business professional attire is required and a resume is highly encouraged. Nov. 14 & 21, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. AB RENTING MY NEW SPACE This is a mandatory financial preparedness class for all present dorm residents who are planning on moving out. Nov. 14, 2:30-3:30 p.m. WS LINKEDIN WORKSHOP This is an extremely educational, free workshop on developing a comprehensive LinkedIn profile and how to effectively utilize all of the available LinkedIn tools. If you already have a LinkedIn page, this session is a must for you to attend to learn all of the industry secrets to building a more dynamic LinkedIn profile. Nov. 18, 10-11:30 a.m. AB BE RESUME READY! Stop by anytime and learn how to build an effective civilian resume or have an existing resume reviewed to ensure your “resume ready!” Nov. 19, 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. AB 4-2-GO & I’M OUTTA HERE This three-hour workshop is for service members and their spouses with approximately four years until military separation or retirement to help them start preparing now for transition to civilian life. Nov. 19, 8-11 a.m. AB MY NEW SPACE This is a mandatory session for all dorm residents after two years of service or prior to getting married and moving out. Certificates are presented after completion of the class, which are to be given to the dorm manager by the Airmen. Topics of discussion
include house vs. apartment, roommates, lease agreements, budgeting, credit and saving. Nov. 20, 2:30-4 p.m. AB GET SMART ABOUT STUDENT LOANS There are a plethora of resources available to service members for federal student loans to include forgiveness and relief programs. Come learn how to best take advantage of these resources and improve your financial readiness. Additionally, topics related to deferment default and Powerpay will be discussed. Nov. 21, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. AB HOME BUYING Learn from someone who is in the business and has all of the details for what it takes to get the house you want. Nov. 25, 2-4:30 p.m. WS SPOUSE INTRODUCTION TO JB CHARLESTON Fun intro to JB Charleston for spouses who have recently moved here. Connect, meet other newlyarrived spouses, learn about resources and learn where to shop, dine, and play in the Lowcountry. Nov. 27, 9-11 a.m. AB
TRANSITION ASSISTANCE programs DISABILITY COMPENSATION CLAIMS A VA rep will cover the disability claims process and provide some individual assistance. Members must sign-up at the Medical Clinic, Records Section no later than the Monday prior to the workshop. Nov. 4 & 18, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. AB INITIAL AND PRE-SEPARATION COUNSELING Tier I - Nov. 6, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Learn benefits and resource for vets. This is prerequisite to Transition GPS Workshop. Schedule 12/24 months prior to separating/retiring respectively Tier II - Nov. 12 & 27, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. This workshop is the initial mandatory individual “Tiered Counseling” followed by the mandatory pre-separation counseling. All members must complete this session no later than 365 days before separation date or retirement. Tier III - Nov. 20, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Same description and requirements of Tier II counseling. TRANSITION GPS WORKSHOP (SENIOR TAP) Discover how to transition and become “career ready” with ease! Department of Labor Employment workshop and VA benefits briefing included. Nov. 18-22, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. WS November 2019
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Summer Enrichment Camps
Need an extra hand? We can help you with your busy schedule by providing hourly child care for children ages 12 months to 5 years old at the Air Base Child Development Center. Call and reserve your child’s spot up to two weeks in advance. Care is reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Cost is just $5 per hour. Care is available jb charleston Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Call 963-4366 or stop by for more information.
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Youth Programs AIR BASE • 963-5684 WEAPONS STATION • 794-7809
Friday, Nov. 15 • 6:30-10 p.m. Velocity Air Park - North Charleston Ages 11-16 $15-members; $20 nonmembers Transportation provided from Air Base youth center. RSVP needed by Nov. 13. Call (843) 963-5684 for more details.
Youth deployment line
OPERATION: RESCUE BAHAMAS
Saturday, Nov. 16 • 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Youth classes are now underway at the Air Base for Jiu Jitsu. This is a basic, fundamental mixed martial arts class that teaches discipline and helps build confidence. All sessions are taught by a rated instructor. These are co-ed classes open to ages 7 and up. Sessions are conducted Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Cost is $60 a month per child. All youth must have a sports physical and immunization record with a current flu shot on file before starting classes. Call (843) 963-5684 for more information.
hip hop classes
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Youth ages 5-14 are invited participate in a mock deployment line to help them better understand what their parents experience when deploying. Line location is the Menriv Educational Building, beside the Weapons Station youth center. Registration is available at either JB Charleston youth center by Nov. 7.
Ages 5 & up Tuesdays
Air Base youth center
Ages 5-8 • 5 p.m. Ages 9 & up • 6 p.m.
$60 per month for each child. Stop by the youth center or call (843) 963-5684 for more details. November 2019
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Library Events AIR BASE • 963-3320 WEAPONS STATION • 794-7900
preteen
science technology engineering
arts
mathematics
Wednesday, Nov. 20 • Weapons Station library • 5 p.m. Think, Create, Explore! Free program Advance registration needed • Call either library to sign-up or for more information
Free Family Movie Night
Nov. 8 - 6 p.m. Air Base library Featured movie will be “Wonder Park” (PG) Popcorn & drinks provided • Prior sign-up is needed to attend.
Story Hour with Santa
Sing carols • Make holiday crafts • Special visit from Santa and his elves • Reading of “T’was the Night Before Christmas” Air Base library Tuesday, Dec. 17 • 10 a.m. Weapons Station library Thursday, Dec. 19 • 9:30 a.m. Call either library for more information. 26 the Breeze November 2019
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Air Force Respite Care now offers 40 free hours of care The Air Force Exceptional Family Member Program understands that caring for a child with special needs can be overwhelming. This program is now offering up to 40 hours a month of free child care to give parents some downtime to do... whatever. Contact Child Care Aware at (800) 424-2246, ext. 318 for more information. For details on this and other local EFMP programs, call (843) 963-4406.
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Arts & Crafts Center OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER AIR BASE • 963-1673
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