GET UP & GO! - February - issue 26 - 100th Force Support Squadron - RAF Mildenhall

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BIG GAME! CATCH ALL THE ACTION AT THE GALAXY CLUB! SPRING BOWLING LEAGUE

AIR FORCE Art CONTEST 2022

DEEP DIVING WITH SHARKS

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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 Website: 100FSS.com 100th FORCE SUPPORT COMMAND Lt Col Sara Gurian Commander, 100th Force Support Squadron Mr. Joseph Dyson Deputy Director, 100th Force Support Squadron MARKETING DEPARTMENT Bruce Richardson: Visual Information Specialist Brittany Doran: Visual Information Specialist Rae Lovell: Web Editor Hugh Canavan: Sponsorship & Advertising Coordinator

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.

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Enjoy the perfect match with 100 FSS this February! Make the most of the BIG GAME! and all the Valentine activities across our facilities with your loved ones. Start with finding the perfect gift at Valentine's Craft Market. This will be hosted at the Bob Hope Community Center, where you can also pick up a free craft for the kids and try your luck at the candy count contest - your chance to win the whole jar and a $20 gift card!

The RAF Mildenhall Bowling Center is rolling into the new year with new management and new events. Gather your friends and sign up for the Spring Bowling League. The Pro Shop has also re-opened for equipment adjustments and accessories available to purchase. See pages 14 & 15 for more information.

Bingo is back at the Club! Will your numbers come up for the chance to win $1,000 in prize giveaways? Don't miss great events every week including Latin Music Night, Country Night, Karaoke Night and the LGBT Observance Event. See pages 22 & 23. Club Members gain extra benefits through the month, including the free Members' Appreciation Mexican Dinner on Tuesday, Feb. 22 at the Galaxy Club. See page 24.

Burn off those calories and get your heart thumping with the Fitness "No Whine Valentine Challenge". Can you complete the whole calendar? See page 19.

Please take a browse through the magazine for lots more.

We’ll keep you updated at 100fss.com, on the 100 FSS Facebook page (@100FSS), and through the Hot 100th email newsletter.

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THE BIG GAME! turn to page 20

7 Arts & Crafts 8 Airman & Family Readiness Center 9 Family Child Care 11 Auto Hobby Complex 13 Bob Hope Community Center 14 - 15 Bowling Center 17 Daily Grind 18 – 19 Fitness 20 – 25 Galaxy Club 26 – 27 Library 28 Human Resources Office 29 – 31 Outdoor Recreation 32 – 36 Youth Programs 37 Child Development Center 38 RAF Lakeheath Information 39 – 41 Information, Tickets & Travel 43 100th FSS Directory

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CONNECT WITH NEW CUSTOMERS Get noticed on RAF Mildenhall by advertising in the monthly "Get Up & Go!" magazine - the go-to source for events, activities and services. We offer a wide range of advertising sizes and costs to fit any budget.

Our free magazine is published digitally and prints are also available at high footfall locations across base, ensuring maximum exposure for your business.

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IMAGINE, CREATE & WIN! March 1 - 31

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AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS

Survivor Benefit Plan Please call to make a appointment

Retiring from the active duty Air Force you are guaranteed a lifetime retirement. What about your spouse and/or dependent children? If you die, what guarantees do they have? Enrolling in SBP prior to retiring ensures they will have guaranteed income after your death. Details are available by calling your SBP Counselor at 01638 54 3406.

Spouse In-processing Orientation

1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month • 9 am – 1 pm

Pollywiggles Playgroup

Every Thursday • 10 am – 12 pm R AF MI L DENHA LL YOU TH C EN T ER GY M

Employment Workshop Career Day Tuesday, Feb. 15 • 9 am – 4 pm

Employment Resume Workshop Wednesday, Feb. 23 • 10 am – 12 pm

EZ PCS

Wednesday, Feb. 9 • 10 am – 12:30 pm

Key Spouse Initial Training Friday, Feb. 25 • 9 am – 3 pm

Key Spouse Continuing Education: SA/SAPR Thursday, Feb. 10 • 11 am – 2 pm

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Follow @MildenhallAFRC for all the latest updates!

• Sports Massage • Sports Therapy Assessments • Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation

CALL: 01842 862800 makeadifferenceclinic.com

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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SUFFERING FROM ACHES, PAINS OR INJURIES?

01638 54 2480

AUto Hobby Complex

DELUXE OIL CHANGE Order a deluxe oil change for $90 from February 1 – 28

P RICE INCLUD E S

• Labor • Oil Filter • Oil • Oil Treatment Price may vary if extra oil is needed.

Follow @RAFMAutoHobby for all the latest updates.

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THE OLD RECTORY, FORDHAM PE38 OHJ

Affordable Prices with Delivery and Payment Plans Available OPENING TIMES SAT – SUN: 10 am – 6 pm WEEKDAYS: Please arrange an appointment to suit your needs.

Call: 01366 385058 or 07712 105408 Paid advertisement. No federal endorsement of advertiser intended.

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BOB HOPE COMMUNITY CENTER

Valentine Day

BALLOON BOUQUETS Order from Feb. 1 • prices from $8.50 Call us for you orders at 01638 54 2579

Valentine Candy Count Contest

Feb. 1 – 14 B O B H O P E CO MMU N I T Y C E N T E R Guess the number of Valentine's Day candies in the jar!

The closest guess will receive a $20 FSS gift card AND the jar of candy! Winner will be announced Tuesday, Feb. 15.

Free Valentines Cra fts

Feb. 1 – 14 or until supplies last B O B H O P E CO MMU N I T Y C E N T E R Pick up and enjoy free valentines craft for kids.

For more inquiries call at 01638 54 2579

Valentine's Craft Market

Saturday, Feb. 12 • 10 am – 2 pm B O B H O P E CO MMU N I T Y C E N T E R BAL L ROOM Sign up for an indoor valentines-theme mini craft market. $10 per table and $5 for additional table.

Call us at 01638 54 2579 to book a table.

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BOB HOPE COMMUNITY CENTER

PRO SHOP

PRICES The Bowling Center pro shop sells bowling balls, accessories and shoes.

There is also a drilling and repair service available for all equipment.

The pro shop is certified to ensure all equipment and services comply with international bowling standards.

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Conventional Drilling

$35

Fingertip Drilling

$50

Install Slug

$15

Ball Repair Major

$20

Ball Repair Medium

$10

Ball Repair Minor

$5

Plug and Re-Drill (all)

$45

Plug and redrill fingers (conventional)

$20

Plug and redrill Thumb

$15

Plug and redrill with Thumb Slug

$40

Plug and redrill with Finger Inserts

$31

Replace Finger Inserts

$11

Replace Thumb Slug

$30

Resurface Ball

$15

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Spring Bowling

LEAGUE Starts: Thursday, Mar. 10

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST AT THE RAF MILDENHALL BOWLING CENTER Gather together a team and join our new 12 week Spring League!

Pre-League organizational meeting will be on Feb. 24 at 5 pm

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We’ve Got Your Six And that’s a Good Thing

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Ask us about our Active Duty Military Loan Discount RAF Alconbury | RAF Lakenheath | RAF Mildenhall

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THE DAILY GRIND

February SPECIALS

Marry Me Macchiato

Our raspberry syrup is combined with milk to create a pink illusion and topped with espresso and dark chocolate drizzle.

Cupid Cappuccino

A nutty blend of almond and hazelnut syrup and espresso with extra frothy milk.

Friendship Frappuccino A frappuccino to show someone you care about, how much their friendship and companionship means to you!

White mocha sauce and chocolate chips blended together and topped with whipped cream and dark chocolate drizzle.

Find more information at 100fss.com/the-daily-grind

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

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Volleyball

FITNESS

TOU RNA ME NT

Friday, Feb. 11 3:30 pm H A R D S TA N D F I T N E S S C E N T E R

Open to teams of six Please contact the Hardstand Fitness Center to register your team.

CALL: 01638 54 3735

Follow @RAFMildenhallFitness for all the latest updates

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Hardstand: 01638 54 3735

NO WHINE VALENTINE Virtual Challenge Feb. 1 – 28

Try this! A new 30 day fat burning challenge to get your heart bumping.

DAY 1

DAY 2

10 Min Cardio 20 Jumping Jacks 10 Squats 10 Sit Ups

10 Min Cardio 20 Jumping Jacks 10 Burpees 20 Butt Kicks

DAY 6

DAY 7

10 Min Cardio 25 Jumping Jacks 14 Squats 14 Sit Ups

DAY 11

10 Min Cardio 30 Jumping Jacks 20 Burpees 35 Butt Kicks

D AY 1 6

20 Min Cardio 30 Jumping Jacks 20 Burpees 35 Butt Kicks

DAY 21

30 Min Cardio 40 Jumping Jacks 22 Squats 30 Sit Ups

DAY 26

40 Min Cardio 45 Jumping Jacks 25 Squats 30 Sit Ups

REST DAY 12

REST DAY 17

20 Min Cardio 35 Jumping Jacks 20 Squats 27 Sit Ups

DAY 2 2

30 min cardio 45 Jumping Jacks 25 Burpees 40 Butt Kicks

DAY 2 7

40 Min Cardio 45 Jumping Jacks 30 Burpees 45 Butt Kicks

DAY 3

REST DAY 8

10 Min Cardio 30 Jumping Jacks 15 Squats 15 Sit Ups

DAY 13

20 Min Cardio 30 Jumping Jacks 20 Squats 20 Sit Ups

DAY 18

REST DAY 2 3

30 min cardio 40 Jumping Jacks 18 Squat Jumps 25 Crunches

DAY 2 8

40 min cardio 45 Jumping Jacks 20 Squat Jumps 27 Crunches

DAY 4

10 Min Cardio 25 Jumping Jacks 12 Squats 12 Sit ups

DAY 9

10 Min Cardio 30 Jumping Jacks 20 Squats 20 Sit Ups

DAY 1 4

20 Min Cardio 30 Jumping Jacks 18 Burpees 35 Butt Kicks

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DAY 5

10 Min Cardio 25 Jumping Jacks 12 Burpees 25 Butt Kicks

DAY 1 0

10 Min Cardio 30 Jumping Jacks 18 Squats 18 Sit Ups

DAY 1 5

20 Min Cardio 30 Jumping Jacks 20 Squats 25 Sit Ups

DAY 20

20 Min Cardio 35 Jumping Jacks 15 Squats Jumps 20 Crunches

30 Min Cardio 35 Jumping Jacks 22 Burpees 35 Butt Kicks

DAY 24

DAY 25

30 min cardio 40 Jumping Jacks 28 Burpees 45 Butt Kicks

REST

Visit 100FSS.com for more Fitness information

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No federal endorsement of sponsor intended.

THE GALAXY CLUB

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SUNDAY, FEB. 13 Doors Open at 9 pm

GALAXY CLUB FREE EVENT

Bar Open: 9 pm – 4 am Food Available: 9 pm – 3 am DRINKS • APPETIZERS • BREAKFAST

Giveaways Every Quarter!

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THE GALAXY CLUB

Tuesday, Feb. 15 Doors open at 5pm. Bingo starts at 6 pm

GALAXY CLUB BALLROOM Non-Member: $20 // Members: $15 Sign up to be a member at www.memberplanet.com/claimaccount/connect.aspx

$1,000 Prize Giveaways Food, beverages, available to purchase at the bar.

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Wing Night Wednesday

Traditional Wings: $.60 each CHOICE OF SAUCE • Buffalo • Garlic Parmesan • Teriyaki & Asian Sweet Chili Pizza Slice $3 // Whole Large Pizza $17.95 Dine-In or To Go // Call In orders: 01638 54 7174

Latin Music Night

Friday, Feb. 4 • 8 pm - Midnight G A L A X Y C LU B S P O R T S Food and beverages available for purchase.

Ping Pong Tournament Tuesday, Feb. 8 • 6 pm – 8 pm G A LA X Y C LUB S PORTS BAR Food and beverages available for purchase.

Country Night

Friday, Feb. 11 • 8 pm - Midnight G A LA X Y C LUB S PORTS BAR Food and beverages available for purchase.

Karaoke Night

Wednesday, Feb. 2 & 16 • 8 pm - Midnight G A LA X Y C LUB S PORTS BAR Food and beverages available for purchase.

LGBT Observance Event

Friday, Feb. 25 Social Hour: 6 pm – 7 pm // Show: 7 pm G A L A X Y C LU B B A L L R O O M Free after show photos at 9:30 pm PRE-SALE VIP TICKETS: $20 Includes seat, entrance fee, one appetizer and one drink.

ENTRANCE ONLY: $15 No seat guaranteed, food and drinks available for purchase.

Contact LGBT+Allies at 01638 54 2683

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THE GALAXY CLUB

MEMBERS Appreciation Dinner MEXICAN

Tuesday, Feb. 22 4 pm - 7 pm GALAXY CLUB FREE for Club Members // Non-Members $10.95

NOT A MEMBER, SIGN UP & EAT FREE!

No federal endorsement of sponsor intended.

www.memberplanet.com/claimaccount/connect.aspx

• Green Chicken Enchiladas • Red Beef Enchildadas • Ranchero Beans • Mexican Rice • Homemade Chips & Salsa • DESSERT: Cinnamon Sugar Crisps Includes Ice Tea or Water

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FEBRUARY

Speicals Mondays

Chicken parmesan sandwich. Includes seasoned fries. $8.95

Tuesdays

Pulled pork sandwich. includes seasoned fries. $8.95

Wednesdays

Grilled cheese & sliced ham / Homemade soup of the day bowl (12 oz.) $8.95

Fried Chicken Thursdays

Homemade fried chicken meal. Includes mac & cheese, collard greens and sweet corn bread muffin . $10

Fish Fry Friday

Meal Includes seasoned fries, cole slaw, and jalapeno sweet corn bread muffin. $10

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LIbrary

Military Fiction Book Club READING FICTION IS FUN, but it’s more than that as well. Readers of fiction have been shown to have higher emotional intelligence and empathy than those who read non-fiction or who don’t read at all.

Reading broadly and reading outside of one’s field of expertise, encourages the range, emotional intelligence, creative thinking, self-awareness, reflection, empathy, and openness to experience that are critical for senior leaders, but which are difficult to assess and develop Dr. J. Whitt, Associate Professor of Strategy, United States Army War College.

Reading fiction sparks creativity and stimulates the brain in the ‘embodied cognition’ areas that enhance learning new skills. Fiction provides readers with a ‘sandbox’ in which to explore new concepts, new ideas, and new worldviews, fostering innovation through openness to experience.

some will be funny, some will be more serious. We’ll have a mix of interaction options if you’d like to get involved discussing what we’ve read, and material for each title will be available via private Facebook group or email for those who prefer not to use social media.

We’d like to invite you to join the RAF Mildenhall Library in a new Book Club – one where the focus will be fiction that has a military-related theme.

We’ll range from popular fiction to literary fiction to science fiction and beyond;

If you’d like to receive an email letting you know how to find the Facebook group and get added, upcoming book titles, and other information – or you just have a question – please send us an email at: rafmlibrary@gmail and we’ll

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get right back to you. We’re looking forward to reading with you!

The first Book Club begins on the 21st February, and we’ll be reading “Monstrous Regiment” by Terry Pratchett: a story with themes of mentorship, women in the military, identity, war, and politics... all wrapped up in an easy to read story full of humour and warmth.

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Blind Date with a Book Feb. 1 – 14

Pick out a mystery title at the library for a date that's sure to get your heart racing.

When you've finished, rate your date, for a chance to win a prize on the 14th "Fall in Love with reading today"

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Storytime & Craft

Wednesdays • 11 am All young children are welcome.

Book In a Box Workshops

Every Saturday through February Grab an old box and head to the library for this artistic display of your favorite book title. Dioramas will be displayed next month as we celebrate World Book Day. Our team will assist with craft supplies and helping you build a memorable creation. Can't make Saturdays? Make your own at home and drop it by the library before February 28.

Black History Storytime

Wednesday, Feb. 2 • 11 am Join us for a themed story, craft and guest reader.

Get to Know & These Apps in 15 Minutes Feb. 7: Hoopla Feb. 14: Overdrive Feb. 28: Mango

Coffee & Chat

Feb. 7, 14, & 28 • 10 am – 11 am What's better than coffee and books? Nothing!

Stop by the library for a cuppa and a chat. You may even score a new friend.

Spy a Book Club

Tuesday, Feb. 15 • 5 pm A book club with a twist, all the books have the word "spy" and are all available on Hoopla, not in the library.

Some have romance, murder and secret documents.

Be curious and be over 18. Discuss the book in the Library Cozy Room. This month's title Katrina Jackson "Bang and Burn" (The Spies Who Loved her #3). March: John A. Altman "A Game of Spies"

L I B R A R Y C LO S U R E S Feb. 18: USAFE Day Feb. 25 • 9 am - 12 pm: Staff Training

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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE

01638 54 3682

JOB SEEKERS LOOK NO FURTHER! The 100th Force Support Squadron has a place for you!

Every team member is a significant player in the overall success of our mission.

AREAS FOR JOB OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE: • Arts & Crafts • Auto Hobby Complex • Bob Hope Community Center • Bowling Center • Child & Youth Services • Fitness Center • Galaxy Club • Lodging • Outdoor Recreation

Apply today at www.usajobs.gov Questions? Contact the NAF Human Resources Office (HRO) Call: 01638 54 3682 Email: 100FSS.HROSTAFF@us.af.mil HOURS OF OPERATION (Building 460) Monday: 8 am – 3 pm Tuesday: 8 am – 3 pm Wednesday: 10 am – 3 pm Thursday: 8 am – 3 pm Friday: 8 am – 3 pm

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OUTDOOR & ReCREATION

01638 54 4283

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

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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Outdoor Recreation

DEEP DIVING WITH

SHARKS Friday, Mar. 25 BEAR GRYLLS ADVENTURE CENTER $175 per person

Experience the ultimate adventure weekend!

We'll be diving deep with the sharks, scaling the highest outdoor high ropes course in Europe, indoor sky diving, climbing and shooting. Open to 10 years & older (10 – 17 year olds must have an adult with them at all times).

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Peak District

CAVING Saturday, Apr. 9

Welcome to the amazing world of caving! Join this trip to experience the world underground..

We'll be crawling high and low to seek out the best caves in the Peak District. $100 per person

Find more information at

100FSS.com

KITE Buggying Saturday, Apr. 23

Kitebuggying is a fantastically exhilarating sport perfect for adults and children alike, and is also great for those wanting to try out kitesports without heading into the water. Using a powerkite, the wind and a three-wheeled buggy, you can whizz along miles of Camber’s flat, sandy beach at up to 50mph. $100 per person

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YOUTH BALLET

Why Walk When You Can Dance

Ballet has been taught at RAF Mildenhall for decades, and taught across europe for at least 500 years!

Words & Pictures by Rae Lovell

THE DANCE FORM FOCUSES on discipline, posture, and expression. We are lucky enough to have an instructor at RAF Mildenhall who is deeply rooted in the tradition of European Ballet. Our instructor, Ms Marina Bostock from Moscow, trained and danced Russian ballet. Eventually dancing at the Bolshoi Theatre in the 1980s. Her love for ballet came from her mother, who was an opera singer, and would bring home ballet costumes from the famed Bolshoi theatre. Coming from an artistic background, Ms Bostock fell in love with ballet from a young age. Now, she loves to ignite a similar passion for the arts in young people by teaching ballet.

Ms Bostock took her strong ballet foundation to command her own ballet company in Germany, where she grew her skills in teaching. For many years she taught pupils of

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varying ages, and saw many of them grow their skills from childhood into adulthood.

Ms Bostock enthused that her favorite part of teaching ballet to children is “watching them grow into talented, sometimes famous ballerinas”. She also loves “to teach them art”, “to teach them French”, as many ballet terms are in other languages, and teaching the “focus, art, sport, movement, and teamwork” that ballet is rooted in. Ms Bostock has been teaching in the tribase area since 1988, beginning at RAF Feltwell, then coming to RAF Mildenhall in 2006, and including classes at RAF Lakenheath for a few years following 2017. She has seen children find a passion for dance, seen them find a beautiful way to express themselves, and been able to introduce a motivation for organization and discipline.

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She says that these two factors, in particular, are the most valuable elements to start off with. Organization spreads from herself, through each person involved with her ballet classes and her ballerinas.

The same can be said for the discipline ballet requires from each ballerina and each family

Ms Bostock has been teaching in the tribase area since 1988, beginning at RAF Feltwell, then coming to RAF Mildenhall in 2006 member. A beautiful thing happens once ballet becomes part of a young person’s routine.

Not only do they pick up on the ability to focus and prioritize movement and community in their day, those that continue the practice bring discipline and coordination to their dance and to their life. The practice highlights the ability to combine fluidity, movement, and art with structure and intention.

We also spoke to parents of the young beginners class. They agreed with much of what Ms Bostock enjoys seeing in children as they learn ballet.

They noticed their children enjoying routine and exploring coordination in their dance.

One parent mentioned she was “surprised how well she took

IMAGES: Ms Bostock and ballet students.

to it, and how quickly she has advanced” under Ms Bostock’s teaching. Another mother noticed that for her daughter, ballet “helps her concentrate”.

After attending a class and a ballet recital ourselves, the Marketing Team also noticed the adorable joy that came from the group as they danced.

Not only was this a fun activity for the kids, it was fun to watch and of course very cute. It is impressive to see how much fun they have while practicing a sport that is often seen as quite structured. In that structure we also got to see rhythm, expression, and some pure fun from the ballerinas.

Classes are currently available for children from age 3 to age 10. Children who currently

go to the CDC can even be escorted by Youth Center staff straight from the CDC to the Youth Center for classes at the end of the day. If you would like to introduce the family to the art of ballet, Ms Bostock recommends starting with watching the Nutcracker, as it is a fairy tale story many people know and is great for all ages.

For the more mature crowd, she recommends Swan Lake, as it is classic and beautiful, while aimed at adults. She also recommends Peter and the Wolf, or Ballet Don Quixote.

Get your children involved in ballet by contacting the RAFM Youth Center.

Call 01638 54 5437 or email 100fssschoolageall@us.af.mil

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

Open Rec Program

NOW

OPEN!

The RAF Mildenhall Open Rec Program offers activities in STEM, The Arts, Fitness, Health and Life Skills, and College/Career prep for youth aged 9 years and older.

Open Rec is equipped with an Art Studio, Computer Room, a full sized Gymnasium, and a Rec Room with a billiards table, video games, air hockey, and more!

Register at www.100fss.com/youth-programs Call 01638-54-5437 for more information! @RAFMYP

Teen Program

RAF Mildenhall School Age Program recognizes the needs of working parents and offers care for children ages 5-12 years. Care is available before and after school, as well as full-day care on no school days, including winter, spring, and summer breaks. Our accredited program provides supervised educational, recreational, social, and cultural programs for eligible youth.

Registration for before and after school care for the school year 2021 - 2022 is now open.

Visit militarychildcare.com to register your child. Please call 01638 54 5437 or email 100FSSSchoolAgeAll@us.af.mil for more information.

TEEN CENTER NOW!

The RAF Mildenhall Teen Center OPEN offers activities in STEM, The Arts, Fitness, Health and Life Skills, and College/Career prep for teens aged 13+

The Teen Center is equipped with an Art Studio, Music Studio, Gym/ Cardio Room, Computer Room, Library Lounge and a Rec Room with a movie projector, billiards table, video games, virtual reality, and more!

Register at www.100fss.com/youth-programs Call 01638-54-7077 for more information! @RAFMildenhallTeenCenter @RAFM_Teen_Center

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School Age Program

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OPENING TIMES Monday

3 pm – 5:30 pm

Tuesday

3 pm – 5:30 pm

Wednesday 2 pm – 5:30 pm Thursday

3 pm – 5:30 pm

Friday

5:30 pm – 9 pm

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INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSES

Ballet

YOUTH BEGINNER CLASS Thursdays • 4 pm – 4:30 pm $35 per month YOUTH INTERMEDIATE CLASS Thursdays • 4:30 pm – 5:20 pm $40 per month ADULT CLASS Call for details $40 per month

Gymnastics

Mondays & Wednesdays • Call for times Infant, Toddler and Youth classes available! $30 per month (4 classes a month)

Hapkido

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays 4 pm – 5:30 pm $34 per month (4 classes per month)

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

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YOUTH SPORTS

OUTDOOR

SOCCER Register by Feb. 25 Season: Mar. 7 – May 22 Registration Fee: $45 per participant

Register online at www.100fss.com/youth-programs

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

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GIVE PARENTS A BREAK & Kid's Night Out

Saturday, Feb. 12 • 6 pm – 10 pm Registration Now Open Youth Programs for youth ages 5 (must be in Kindergarten) to 12 years.

Child Development Center for infants of 6 weeks to youth 5 years.

Give Parents a Break is a FREE program for eligible members and is sponsored by the AF Aid Society.

However, families must have a referral voucher or certificate at the time of registration issued by a Unit Commander, First Sergeant, Chaplain, doctor/medical professional, Family Advocacy, Youth Programs or Child Development Center Director, or the Airman & Family Readiness Center.

Kid's Night Out: $28 per child.

Register by noon on the Wednesday before care is provided along with all required paperwork.

Call the CDC at 01638 54 2042 or the Youth Center at 01638 54 5437 if you have any questions.

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2.25 MILE WALK/RUN SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12 • 10 AM Start and finish at the RAF Lakenheath Fitness Center. Route goes through Liberty Village housing.

All ages welcome.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18 Liberty Club 6-8pm • Doors open 5pm $25 for two books and $10 for each additional book. Pick up books at the Page Community Center, RAF Lakenheath.

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CITY ESCAPES Edinburgh 3 Day FEBRUARY 19-21 Adult £299, Child (2-11) £199, Infant £75 Transportation, 2 nights bed and breakfast accommodation and free time in Edinburgh.

Single Supplement £80

Paris 3 Day FEBRUARY 19-21 Adult £299, Child (2-11) £249, Infant £90 Includes: Transportation, Return Ferry Crossings, 2 nights bed and breakfast accommodation and a visit to the Sacre Coeur & Place du Tertre.

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Magnificent Castle Howard & Lively Leeds 2 Day

FEBRUARY 5-6 Adult £189, Child (2-11) £145, Infant £75 Transportation, 1 night bed and breakfast accommodation and free time in Newcastle.

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FEBRUARY 12-13 Adult £209, Child (2-11) £145, Infant £75 Transportation, 1 night bed and breakfast accommodation, entry to Castle Howard and free time in Leeds.

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SUNDAYS, FEBRUARY 6 & 13 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Adult £27, Child (3-14) £25, Infant £12 Transportation only

London Shard SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Adult/Child £53, Infant £12 Transportation and Shard entry

Liverpool DYO SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 5 Adult £50, Child (3-14) £48, Infant £12 Transportation only

Stonehenge and City of Bath SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Adult £57, Child (5-17) £49, Infant £12 Transportation, Stonehenge entry and free time in Bath

Warwick Castle SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Adult/Child £43, Infant £12 Transportation and Warwick Castle Entry

Windsor Castle SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Adult £44, Child (5-16) £34, Infant £12 Transportation and Windsor Castle entry

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 21 (PRESIDENTS’ DAY) All £80 • Transportation and theatre ticket

The Making of Harry Potter: Studio Tour FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18 (FAMILY DAY) Adult £70, Child (5-15) £58, Infant £12 Transportation and Harry Potter Entry

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Cadbury World SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27 Adult £42, Child (4-15) £38, Infant £12 Transportation and Cadbury World entry

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