GET UP & GO! magazine - December 2020

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Reconnect with the Airmen of RAF Mildenhall When the time is right, we’re here to help your business (re)connect with US Visiting Forces at one of the largest bases in the United Kingdom. We offer a wide range of high value advertising options at RAF Mildenhall as well as commercial sponsorship opportunities that allow your representative to interact directly with the troops on base.

Contact the 100 FSS Marketing Department by phone or email to discuss the many options available.

Commercial Sponsorship & Advertising 100 FSS Marketing RAF Mildenhall Call: 01638 54 2949 E-mail: 100fss.marketing@us.af.mil

Content produced monthly by the 100th Force Support Squadron Marketing Department, 100 FSS/FSK, RAF Mildenhall, Unit 4702, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28 8NF Call: 01638 54 2057 E-mail: 100fss.marketing@us.af.mil is an unofficial publication for U.S. Forces and their families serving in the UK. The contents of this magazine are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by the U.S. government, the Department of Defense or the Department of the Air Force. The appearance of advertising and sponsorship credits in the Get Up & GO! do not constitute endorsement by the DoD nor Department of the Air Force.

Everything advertised here shall be made available for purchase or use without regard to any non-merit factor of the purchaser.

Information is subject to change without notice. Please contact facilities directly for the latest details.

COMMAND Maj. Sara Gurian Commander, 100th Force Support Squadron Mr. Joseph Dyson Deputy Director, 100th Force Support Squadron MARKETING Kianna Gousby Marketing Director Bruce Richardson Visual Information Specialist Brittany Doran Visual Information Specialist Rae Lovell Web Editor Hugh Canavan Sponsorship & Advertising Coordinator

IN THIS

ISSUE

6 – 9 RAF Mildenhall News 10 – 11 Airman & Family Readiness Center 13 Auto Hobby 1 4 – 15 Arts & Crafts 1 6 – 1 9 Bob Hope Community Center 2 0 – 2 1 RAF History - Clark Gable 22 Bowling Center 2 4 – 2 5 The Daily Grind 2 6 – 2 9 Fitness 32 – 37 The Galaxy Club 38 – 39 The Library 40 – 47 Outdoor Recreation 48 – 49 Youth Programs 51 Family Child Care 52 – 53 Lakenheath Information

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Seize the Opportunity to Embrace Diversity

Since 1997, the world has evolved and the U.S. Air Force has evolved with it. New technology has changed the way the Air Force takes to the sky, advanced equipment enables worldwide communication and Airmen are pushing the boundaries of what the world believed possible..

Words & photo by Staff Sgt. Lexie West, 100th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs / www.mildenhall.af.mil

Today, the Air Force is made up of more than 300,000 men and women of all races, ethnicities and religions; a true sampling of the American population.

a culture of inclusion in order to leverage the diversity of the nation for strategic advantage in Air Force, joint and coalition operations.”

Diversity and inclusion have been important parts of helping make the Air Force of the past, become the Air Force of today. The Air Force Diversity & Inclusion program looks to “attract, recruit, develop and retain a high quality, diverse Total Force, ensuring

Unfortunately, for Airmen like Senior Master Sgt. Timothy Brewster, 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron materiel management flight chief, diversity and inclusion wasn’t always attainable. As Brewster reflects on his 23-year Air Force

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career, he thinks back to a story about an Airman that has helped shape him into the leader he is today. This “career-defining moment” was one of the most powerful moments in Brewster’s career and centers around an Airman who was nearly excluded from an opportunity simply for being different. Many years ago, a distinguished guest was visiting Brewster’s unit and an Airman was needed to provide a briefing. Brewster, a

RAF MILDENHALL NEWS

LEFT: U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Timothy Brewster, 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron materiel management flight chief, is the president of the Royal Air Force Mildenhall Diversity and Inclusion Council which promotes mutual respect, understanding, harmony, teamwork, pride and esprit de corps among all groups on base. Brewster coordinated impactful events in 2020, including the Unity Walk, the Diversity & Inclusion Day and Real Unity Now events.

technical sergeant at the time, selected a stellar Airman, who was dedicated, selfless and enthusiastic. A young supply Airman from Puerto Rico, he was dedicated to his craft and making those around him better; however, this Airman’s culture was being used against him.

“He was sharp, appreciated by the section and was truly a great representation of the hardworking men and women of the Air Force,” recalls Brewster. “But I was told I couldn’t provide him with an opportunity to excel because he had an accent.”

Brewster was disappointed but didn’t stand aside. He fought against the discrimination in order to give his Airman the opportunity he deserved.

“I always wanted somebody to stand up for me. That’s why I stood up for him,” Brewster said.

Tim0othy Brewster was born and raised in Kankakee, Illinois, a

Attract, recruit, develop and retain a high quality, diverse Total Force, ensuring a culture of inclusion in order to leverage the diversity of the nation for strategic advantage in Air Force, joint and coalition operations.

small city south of Chicago. One of three children, Brewster had plans to attend a university after high school, but instead joined the Air Force at the age of 18.

In May 1997, and with some encouragement from his aunt, Brewster raised his right hand to join the world’s greatest Air Force.

At his first two assignments, Brewster grew as an Airman and started to gain a better understanding of team dynamics and respect within the Air Force.

As supply materiel management, Brewster is responsible for acquiring, receiving, warehousing, issuing and overall management of materiel required to sustain Air Force operations. Additionally, materiel managers can be placed in squadrons that have a need for maintaining supplies.

“As an Airman, I worked with security forces and I grew a profound respect for them,” said

Brewster. “In 2004, I deployed as part of their unit and the experience helped me develop an appreciation for other career fields outside of my own and the diverse group of Airmen dedicated to their craft.”

Due to his experience as an Airman, now Senior Master Sgt. Brewster continues to acknowledge the hard work of Airmen that often can go unnoticed, such as the hundreds of security forces personnel who routinely ensure the security and protection of the installation.

Recognizing the work of Airmen is how Brewster shows gratitude and how he emphasizes the importance of ensuring every Airman feels like they are part of the team.

“When we talk about the Air Force being a family, Timmy B hands down gets that more than anyone I have ever met,” said Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy →

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My goal for the Air Force is for everyone to embrace the importance of diversity and realize that we are all unique. Diversity and inclusion isn’t just for certain people, it’s for everybody.

Johnson, Air Combat Command materiel management chief.

“In 2010 when I lost my father, Timmy B was the first to give me a call and come see me, just to make sure I was okay.” Creating a sense of belonging and inclusion are key parts of Brewster’s leadership style, because it’s something that was not always afforded to him during his career.

“I am an openly gay black man, and I came into the military when ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ was still in place,” said Brewster. “I never had the opportunity for people to learn who I truly was as an individual. I wanted people to be able to be there for me and to understand me.”

Brewster’s identity as a gay black man has made him a more understanding and inclusive leader for Airmen and his community. He currently serves as the president of the Royal Air Force Mildenhall Diversity and Inclusion Council and the Real Unity Now organization.

Brewster coordinates impactful events through these organizations including the Unity Walk, the Diversity & Inclusion Day and Real Unity Now events.

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“It’s important to me that we’re surrounding ourselves and embracing diversity because we all have something to bring to the table in support of the mission,” said Brewster.

Brewster has used the adversity he has faced throughout his career to learn how to seize every opportunity to create a more welcoming and inclusive work environment for every Airman.

“He is genuine, humble, caring and always places everyone else’s needs ahead of his own,” said Johnson. “He has the ability to make you feel like you are the only one that matters.”

Brewster’s advice for all leaders is to be proud of yourself, be present for all Airmen and understand the importance of having a voice and using it to force change.

“I will always just continue to aim to be a better human,” said Brewster. “My goal for the Air Force is for everyone to embrace the importance of diversity and realize that we are all unique.

Diversity and inclusion isn’t just for certain people, it’s for everybody.”

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RAF MILDENHALL NEWS

100 MXG Airmen Maintain Drogue U.S. Airmen from the 100th Maintenance Squadron at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, worked together to maintain the boom and drogue of a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, Oct. 29.

To maintain 24-hour operations, Airmen must drain the drogue of fuel, clean it and replace it with the boom nozzle for future refueling operations. Additional maintenance includes inspecting the engines of the aircraft for foreign objects or malfunctions.

100th ARW supports Bosnia, Herzegovina air-to-ground integration ‘Bilateral Exercise’ A KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing, together with other U.S. Air Force assets from Europe, provided critical support to the Bosnia air-to-ground integration “Bilateral Exercise” The Bilateral Exercise, held at the Glamoc Range training grounds of the Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), enabled the BiH Armed Forces to improve partnership cooperation with the United States and NATO partners. The goal was to develop interoperability and readiness, and create preconditions to introduce new capabilities of the BiH Armed Forces.

100th LRS supports the safety of Airmen The 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron ground transportation section implemented a U-Drive-It vehicle fleet to support the safety of Airmen during coronavirus at Royal Air Force Mildenhall.

The section, which provides transportation services around the base to aircrew and other mission essential personnel, offers vehicles to customers on official business who require a ride.

Read more at www.mildenhall.af.mil

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AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS

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Shipping

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Your Pet Thursday, 17 December 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

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Planning for Retirement

Professional Development Center Tuesday, Dec. 1 1 pm – 2 pm

Thrift Savings Plan

Professional Development Center Tuesday, Dec. 15 1 pm – 2 pm

Spouse Newcomers Orientation

Wednesday, Dec. 9 & 16 9 am – 4 pm Join us every Wednesday for this essential in-processing forum to learn about the area and the wealth of resources available.

Also connect with other RAF Mildenhall community members.

4 Lenses Marriage & Money Friday, Dec. 4 9 am – 11 am

Team Mildenhall Sponsorship Training Training will be virtual Monday, Dec. 14 9:30 am – 11:30 am

EZ PCS

Thursday, Dec. 17 10 am - 12:30 pm

Follow

@MildenhallAFRC

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Give us the thumbs up!

Follow us on our Facebook pages for all the latest news, happenings and special events from the 100th Force Support Squadron.

100th Force Support Squadron: @100fss Airman & Family Readiness Center: @MildenhallAFRC

Galaxy Club: @RAFMildenhallGalaxyClub

Arts & Crafts: @RAF.Mildenhall.ArtsCrafts

Library: @RAFMLibrary

Auto Hobby Complex: @RAFMAutoHobby

NAF Human Resources Office: @RAFMNAFHR

Bob Hope Community Center: @RAFMBHCC

Outdoor Recreation: @RAF.Mildenhall.Outdoor.Recreation

Bowling Center: Square "D" Lanes at Mildenhall

Ten Center: @RAFMildenhallTeenCenter

Fitness: @RAFMildenhallFitness

Youth Programs: @RAFMYP

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01638Complex 54 3406 AUto Hobby

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FREE

WIPER, TIRES & BULB INSPECTION Make an appointment at the Auto Hobby Complex for a free inspection!

Vehicle inspection includes: • Check lights are in good condition and in working order.

• Check tires for tread depth, pressure and dry rot.

• Check wipers and washers are in good condition and working.

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Arts & Crafts

ARTS & CRAFTS

ORDERS Please visit the Bob Hope Community Center front desk for all your orders and enquiries or call 01638 54 2644.

Framed Scenes Wood engraved and framed pictures are available to purchase and order. Purchase a London scene available now or talk to us about your personalised image. London scene frames start from $85.

For all our latest updates follow @RAF.Mildenhall.Arts.Crafts

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Christmas Ornaments Order personalized ornaments for special holiday decorations • Christmas ornaments: $5 each • Mini phone box Christmas decoration $12.50

PERSONALISED

UNIFORM PATCHES

$6 per patch

Square D, United States Air Force, flag patches and more are available to purchase today! Please pay for your items at the Bob Hope Community Center front desk. If you wish to have your own custom patch created, please contact Sarah Jakes at Arts and Crafts.

RAF Mildenhall Arts and Crafts accept license plate orders.

Stop by the Bob Hope Community Center front desk for more information.

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Airman & Family Readiness

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Thursday, Dec. 3 4 pm

W A S H I N G TO N S Q U A R E Kick off Team Mildenhall’s holiday season!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

Join us as we usher in the holiday festivities with the annual Tree Lighting event. Enjoy the wonders of the season with carols, hot chocolate, cookies, and a visit from Santa!

FREE EVENT

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Christmas Gifts & Decorations Available to purchase at the Bob Hope Community Center Prices from $5 - including tree ornaments from Arts & Crafts 18

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Free

CHRISTMAS CRAFT Pick up a pack from the Bob Hope Community Center

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RAF History

Get to Know

Clark Gable Aerial Gunner & Famous Hollywood Actor

by Robert H. Paley, 100 ARW Historian.

CLARK GABLE was already a well-established Hollywood star when the untimely death of his wife, Carole Lombard(actress Combat America WW2 Aerial Combat Documentary) in January 1942 left him “emotionally and physically shattered.

RIGHT: Gable and

Carole Lombard after their 1939 honeymoon.

At the age of 41, he enlisted in the Army Air Corps as an aerial gunner, but was later commissioned and reassigned

by General “Hap” Arnold himself to create a propaganda film to increase enlistment rates.

Gable was sent to England where he joined the 351st Bombardment Group (not to be mistaken for the famous 351st Bombardment Squadron) as the head of a six man film crew.

Despite his star status, Gable flew on at least five combat missions in B-17 bombers with

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the 351st BG and was nearly killed on one mission. “During an attack on his plane, Gable was wedged behind the gunner in the cramped top turret, shooting footage of German planes making five passes at the bomber formation. As he was handling his camera, a 20mm shell penetrated the bomber from below. Gable and the gunner dodged death: the shell cut off the heel of Gable’s

boot, flew past him and exited the plane a foot from his head, all without exploding.[2]” Gable received the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) and Air Medal for his work during the combat missions.

Gable resigned his commission in 1947 and returned to his legendary acting career. “By coincidence, his discharge papers were signed by a later

MAIN IMAGE: www.americanairmuseum.com/media/4862 HONEYMOON IMAGE: en.wikipedia by SreeBotmedia/4862 POSTER IMAGE: US Army Air Force, Public domain, via Wikimedia. Commons.

Gable received the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) and Air Medal for his work during the combat missions U.S. President: then-Captain Ronald Reagan.” Gable and his crew would go on to film over 50,000 feet of war footage, which would soon be turned into the movie “Combat America” and released in November 1943.

ABOVE: Gable in

the waist gun position of a B-17 Flying Fortress.

RIGHT: "Combat

America" movie poster.

He passed away on Nov. 16, 1960, at the age of 59 due to coronary thrombosis, but his service to his nation lives on.

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BOWLING CENTER

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KIDS BOWL FREE! The Bowling Center will reopen on Wednesday, Dec. 2

Kids Bowl Free Program is available until Dec. 15

G

et the family out the house and take a trip to the RAF Mildenhall Bowling Center and enjoy not having to pay for the children.

This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe,

secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this fall. Sign up and register on the website and receive 2 FREE games of bowling each day of the KBF program all fall long!

Remember mask's must be worn in the Bowling Center and keeping

Registered Kids Receive 2 FREE GAMES of bowling each day of the KBF Program all fall long!

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with other COVID-19 Guidelines. Food is not currently available, pizza and food from other FSS facilities may be brought in until further notice.

No drinks will be allowed and game limits may be applied if needed.  www.kidsbowlfree.com

from the RAF Mildenhall 100th Force Support Squadron

Please visit

100FSS.com for all our latest events & activities

THE DAILY GRIND

December SPECIALS

Secret Santa Latte

Enjoy 10% off this secret latte concoction when you order the drink of your barista's choosing. A different tasty beverage will be available each day through December

Gingerbread Latte

Sweet and spicy gingerbread flavor added with our classic espresso and steamed milk and topped with whipped cream and ground nutmeg for the perfect holiday delight.

Truffle Hot Chocolate Our classic hot chocolate mixed with the flavors of rich truffle syrup. Adding a decadent touch to your holiday treats!

Toffee Nut Latte

Rich, buttery sweet toffee notes, combined with the warmth of toasted nuts are blended with espresso and velvety steamed milk and topped with whipped cream and toffee nut sprinkles.

We are located inside the Galaxy Club - See you soon!

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FITNESS

Jingle Bell

5K Run Saturday, Dec. 5

RAF Lakenheath Fitness Center All ages are welcome with parental consent for minors

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25 Days of Fitmas Dec. 1 – 25

Join in with our December virtual fitness challenge.

There are 25 moves and each one has 25 reps. So, that’s 25 squats, 25 push-ups etc. For lunges and split squats, you may use one leg at a time or 25 on total on both. If you need to rest take a 25 second break after four moves. Don’t forget to time yourself and try to complete the workout as quickly as possible but remember, proper form is better than speed. Please share your times with us. Everybody is welcome to take part with parental consent for minors.

MONDAY

TUESDAY

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WEDNESDAY

2 25 Squats

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25 Mountain Climbers 22

25 Calf Raises

25 Pushup

25 Triceps Dip

25 Sumo Squats 16 25 Russian Twists 23 25 Butt Kicks

FRIDAY

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25 High Knees

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25 Plank Tap-outs 15

25 Biceps Curls

THURSDAY

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25 Dumbbell Rows 17

25 Bicycle Crunches 11

24 25 In and Out abs

25 Upright Rows

SUNDAY

6 25 Walking Lunges

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25 Quick Toe Taps 18

25 Romanian Deadlifts

SATURDAY

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25 Shoulder Presses 13

25 Alt Toe Reach 19

25 Split Squats

20 25 Jabs

25 Low Plank Hip Dips

25 25 Burpees

For more information, please contact the Hardstand Fitness Center at 01638 54 3735

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@100FSS ROYAL AIR FORCE MILDENHALL

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Fitness

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GREATEST

LOSER Challenge 2021

Lose Weight, Get Fit and Live!

Start the new year with this fun challenge and a healthier you. The Greatest Loser Challenge will run for 12 weeks, from Monday, Jan. 11 to Friday, Apr. 2.

A 30 day workout, fun activities and weekly healthy recipes will be provided.

OPEN TO INDIVIDUALS OR TEAMS OF FIVE

Sign up by Jan. 8 • $25 per person • $100 per team All participants need to complete a medical screening questioner before being allowed to take part in the event All weigh-ins and BMIs are mandatory and measured twice for accuracy.

Individual winner will be the person that lost the greatest body fat percentage.

Winning is the team that earned the greatest combined body fat percentage.

• Initial weigh in: Jan. 11 • Mid weigh in: Feb. 19 • Final weigh in: Apr. 2

CHANCE TO WIN SOME GREAT AWARDS & CASH PRIZES Open to 18 years & older.

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GALAXY CLUB

FRIDAYS 1st Friday

Bar Bingo

Friday, Dec. 4 • 4 pm — 6 pm

Friday, Dec. 4 • 6 pm — 8 pm

GALAXY CLUB BAR Members: $5 // Non-members: $10 Join us on our Re-opening night at the Galaxy Club, Come see all the New Changes.

GALAXY CLUB BAR Members: $5 // Non-members: $10 PRIZES Cash, gift cards and gift baskets.

Perfect for Friday Our suggestion for a lunchtime treat

Carribbean Jerk WRAP // SANDWICH // PANINI // SALAD All served with fries except for salad.

BBQ jerk chicken, diced mango, lettuce, mandarin oranges and pineapple with a honey lime dressing.

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$8.95 Visit 100FSS.com to view the full menu

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Shrimp n n Boil Alert!

Friday, Dec. 11 4 pm – 7 pm Galaxy Club Roadhouse 1/2 lbs. Cajun style jumbo shrimp Andouille Sausage Corn on the cob Potatoes

only $15

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GALAXY CLUB

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ORDER YOUR TURKEY FROM THE GALAXY CLUB

12 – 15 LBS FRIED OR ROASTED: $40 Sign up and pre-pay at https://mp.gg/1k9ta 34

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DINNER TO GO!

Thursday, Dec. 24 Galaxy Club • 10 am – 3 pm • Order by Dec. 18 HOLIDAY BOX FEEDS 4 – 6 ADULTS: $60

MEMBERS

10% off

1 Select a meat entrée: 5 lbs of meat or 2½ lbs of each BAKED HAM

ROASTED TURKEY

ROAST BEEF

2 Choose two family size starches Garlic Mashed Potatoes

CANDIED YAMS

Mac & Cheese

CORNBREAD Dressing

3 Choose two family size vegtables Collard Greens

Buttered Corn

Green BeanS

APPLE PIE

SWEET POTATO PIE

4 Choose a whole pie Pecan Pie

Sign up and pre-pay at https://mp.gg/1k9ta I N D I V I D U A L M E A L S C A N B E P U R C H A S E D O N DAY O F E V E N T

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GALAXY CLUB

Hot Plate Tuesdays Tuesdays: 10:30 am — 2 pm $8 per plate Dec. 1: Cajun • Jambalaya • Fried fish • Corn Dec. 8: American • Meatloaf • Mash potato • Green beans Dec. 15: Mexican • Beef or chicken tacos • Mexican rice • Refried beans

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Mongolian BBQ Wednesdays: 10:30 am — 2 pm $8.95 Meats - Choose 1 Beef • Chicken • Shrimp Rice or noodles Veggies - Choose up to 5 Cabbage • Onions • Peppers • Mushrooms • Broccoli • Celery • Bean sprouts • Carrots • Zucchini Extra: Add $3 per meat // Extra: Add $1 per vegetable.

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Wing Wednesday Wednesdays: 4 pm — 8 pm Bone-in or Boneless: 60¢ per wing Choose your sauce Buffalo • Hot • Asian sesame • Garlic parmesan • Teriyaki • Mango habanero Dry rubs Caribbean jerk • Lemon pepper • Cajun

Dips Ranch • Blue cheese

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Southern Fried Thursday Thursdays: 10:30 am — 2 pm 3pc chicken or fish with collard greens, mac & cheese, cornbread and a drink.

All for $10!

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LIbrary

'Tis the sea Storytime with Lindsey

Dec. 2, 9 & 16 • 11 am Join us for a story and a take home craft. Follow us on facebook @rafmlibrary for updates on postponement due to weather conditions.

Christmas Jumper Day!

Dec. 11 • 9 am - 3:30 pm Jump into the library in your festive wear or send us a picture for a chance to win a holiday treat. Have your 'elf a Merry little Christmas!

Thrift Shop Book Swap

Dec. 11 • 1 pm In lieu of our book club discussion, join us for a socially distanced second hand book swap. Secret Santa style, wrap a used or free book for this fun social. Space is limited, please sign up in person or by email rafmlibrary@gmail.com

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ason to be reading!

Santa Storytime

Dec. 15 • 4 pm Santa is coming to the library!

Sleigh what?! Virtual and in-person experiences available. Join us for storytime and a take home gift. Must sign up by December 11th or 'yule' miss out. In-person sign up list drops Black Friday at 9 am via our facebook page.

Santa Storytime & Santa Paws is sponsored by

Community Bank and

No federal endorsement of sponsor intended.

Santa Paws

Dec. 16 • 4 pm – 5:30 pm It's a jolly pawliday with Santa. Load up your pet and join us at the library for photos with Santa. Bark the herald angels sing, what a purrfect opportunity for those holiday cards. Please sign up by emailing rafmlibrary@gmail.com

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OUTDOOR RECREATION

OUTDOOR RECREATION SUPPLY Everything you need for your next adventure or home project available to hire now!

Dowload the full price list at 100FSS.com/outdoor-recreation-center

$5 OFF CARPET CLEANER RENTALS Now only $25 daily or $85 weekly (soap additional fee)

$2 OFF VACUUM RENTALS Now only $5 daily or $25 weekly

$10 OFF PRESSURE WASHER RENTALS Now only $35 daily of $125 weekly until the end of 2020.

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Airport Shuttle Service Heathrow Airport

Stansted Airport

Gatwick Airport

Luton Airport

Single $200 - Double: $225 Private Hire, Groups: $250

Single $220 - Double: $245 Private Hire, Groups: $270

Single $98 - Double: $123 Private Hire, Groups: $147

Single $160 - Double: $185 Private Hire, Groups: $210

Storage Lockers Stop by and check out our storage lockers. We have secure, on-base storage with 24 hour access and the best rates in the area.

Small Lockers: $45 per month // Large Lockers: $62 per month Pay by direct debit & receive $5 off

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OUTDOOR RECREATION

WALKS ON YOUR

DOORSTEP B U RN OFF S OME OF TH OS E E X TR A H O LI DAY C ALO RI ES

Words & pictures by Bruce Richardson

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fter polishing off a great meal, there is nothing better than getting outside for a brisk walk to ease your full belly. So here's a small list of countryside gems you might not know of. Get outside, exercise whilst exploring your local surroundings and you might even spot some of nature's beautiful creatures.

If you'd like to venture further afield then contact the Outdoor Recreation team. They have great knowledge and maps of more great places to visit around the UK. Where do you enjoy walking? We'd love to hear of any hidden adventures. Please let us know on our facebook page @100FSS.

LAKENHEATH FEN NATURE RESERVE

The RSPB reserve has 400 hectares of thriving wetland, recreating some of this region's original landscape. Home to kingfishers, otters and the elegant cranes, which have recently been reintroduced to the UK. ADDRESS Station Road, Lakenheath, Suffolk IP27 9AD

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BRANDON COUNTRY PARK

Enjoy miles of walking, nature and cycle trails through acres of forest and wide horizons of open heathland.

On your journey uncover a 'haunted' mausoleum, lawns, lake, playareas, a cafĂŠ and a historic walled garden.

ADDRESS Bury Road, Brandon, IP27 0SU

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MILDENHALL WARREN

After a short drive to the small car park just past the Recycle Center, you'll find a nice marked out woodland full of pines and an array of birch, chestnut and oak trees. Follow the Warrener's Walk around the two-mile path to learn about the 17th-century warrens, where the riches of rabbit meat and fur would be too much for poachers to resist. The route is a great all-year-round family stroll with a variety of wildlife to try and spot.

ADDRESS Mildenhall Warren, Suffolk, IP28 7JQ

ASPAL CLOSE NATURE RESERVE

This hidden Breckland landscape is just a stone's throw away from RAF Mildenhall in Beck Row. It's a medieval wood with ancient oak trees, open grassland and home to a wide range of wildlife. A playground with a fun pirate ship and more is also within the reserve for the kids.

ADDRESS St. Johns Street, Beck Row, Suffolk, IP28 8AP

HIGH LODGE

A rich wilderness of winding trails dotted with great play areas throughout the forest. Take the kids around the "Gruffalo Trail" and find random wooden carvings that make great photos. The site is also great for mountain bikers if you'd like to heighten your thrill levels.

Social distancing measures are in place, but there is still plenty for you to see and do.

ADDRESS Brandon, Thetford, Norfolk IP27 0AF

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Bicycle Service Outdoor Recreation offers a wide range of bicycle maintenance services.

Fees are based on an hourly maintenance rate plus any parts required.

Stop by or call for more information Follow @RAF.Mildenhall.Outdoor.Recreation for all the latest updates.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

Winter Camp

Dec. 21 – 23 Dec. 28 – 30 Join in with all the fun events including STEM, Art, Drama and life skills. Winter Camp involves indoor and outdoor physical activities.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN AT WWW.MILITARYCHILDCARE.COM

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We want your art!

Annual contest inspires creativity and skill development in photography, visual arts and digital design.

Artwork submission due to RAF Mildenhall Youth Program by: Feb.19 2021

FINE ARTS CONTEST CATEGORIES

• Monochromatic Drawing • Colored Pencil Drawing • Pastels • Watercolor • Oil & Acrylic Painting • Printmaking • Mixed media • Collage • Group project

IMAGEMAKERS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST CATEGORIES • Nature & Surroundings • Culture & Tradition • Portraits • Editing & Filter • Fashion & Design

AGE GROUPS 6 – 9 years // 10 – 12 years // 13 – 15 years // 16 – 18 years Artwork submitted in the National Arts Contest is judged by professional artists, with selected artwork recognized at local, regional and national levels. All regional winning artists receive a certificate of merit, and each national winner receives a personalized engraved plaque. All original visual artwork is professionally mounted and framed by BGCA, then displayed in our national headquarters art gallery for one year. All nationally winning artwork is also professionally scanned and reproduced on stretch canvases to become part of a traveling art exhibit at regional and national conferences throughout the year.

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FAMILY CHILD CARE INCENTIVES COMING YOUR WAY! Become a Family Child Care Provider!

Do you enjoy working with children? Do you reside in base government housing? Are you looking to operate your own business from home? Then Family Child Care (FCC) could be the PERFECT fit for you!

TAKE A LOOK AT THESE BONUSES: Receive a onetime payment of $300 for just becoming a FCC provider or renewing your certification!

Plus, receive a onetime payment of $200 per child when you open up your doors for full time care to any child that is on the Child Development Center (CDC) waiting list!

Sign up and start your new career today!

Contact Tekarra Powell tekarra.powell.1@us.af.mil

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Wed, Dec 9 • 5:15-6:45 or 7:00-8:30 Reservations Only • Adult $10 Child $5 A magical night of food, drinks and entertainment

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