GET UP & GO! - February 2024 - issue 50 - 100th Force Support Squadron - RAF Mildenhall

Fe b r u a r y 2 0 24 ISSUE 50 www.100FSS.com

VALENTINE PAINTING WORKSHOP ARTS & CRAFTS

VALENTINE BALLOONS

BOB HOPE COMMUNITY CENTER

SUPER BOWLING SQUARE D LANES

SHOWTIME! JOIN THE BIG GAME PARTY ATMOSPHERE AT THE GALAXY CLUB SHROVE TUESDAY GALAXY CLUB

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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 8257 E-mail: 100fss.marketing@us.af.mil Website: 100FSS.com 100th FORCE SUPPORT COMMAND Maj. Emily Bold Commander Mr. Michael Birriel Deputy Director CMSgt Georgette Springs Superintendent MARKETING DEPARTMENT Sandy Mackall: Marketing Director Bruce Richardson: Visual Information Specialist Brittany Doran: Visual Information Specialist Hugh Canavan: Sponsorship & Advertising Coordinator Kristen Cortelyou: Marketing Assistant

It’s February and that means it’s time for the Big Game at the Galaxy Club Sports Bar! Get your friends together, grab some refreshments and enjoy football’s biggest occasion of the year on Sunday, February 11! See pages 22-23 for the full details of our Big Game Party.

Get ready to kick off the excitement leading up to the Big Game with our sensational Super Bowling promotion.

Secure a lane for two hours of bowling, all for just $36! It's the perfect way to warm up and make the most of your pre-game festivities. Don't miss out on the fun – grab your friends and roll into the excitement!

We’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with some great themed drinks at the Daily Grind this month including ‘Love You So Matcha’ Tea! If you’d like to channel your inner Cupid into works of art we’ve got a Valentine Painting Workshop at the BHCC on Saturday, February 10. Or treat yourself to a Valentine’s Day Blind Date with a surprise book at the RAF Mildenhall Library running from February 1 to February 15.

Check out the details of all these events and much more in February 2024’s issue of the

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Information is subject to change without notice.

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IN THIS

ISSUE

BIG GAME THE

Party Pages 22 – 23

6 Arts & Crafts 7 Auto Hobby Complex 9 Bob Hope Community Center 11 Bowling Center

9: Valentine Balloon Deliveries

12 & 13 Fitness 15 The Daily Grind 17 — 23 Galaxy Club 24 Human Resources Office

13: Tri-Base 10k Run

25 Military Family Readiness 28 & 29 The Library 30 — 33 Outdoor Recreation 34 — 35 Youth Programs 36 Child Development Center

21: Shrove Tuesday

36 Family Child Care 38 & 39 RAF Lakenheath Information 40 & 41 Information, Tickets & Travel 43 100th FSS Directory

28: Potter Party

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ARTS & Crafts

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Valentine Painting Workshop Saturday, Feb. 10 • 12 pm – 2:30 pm Unleash your inner artist and join us for a delightful afternoon of painting and self-expression.

Indulge your artistic spirit and celebrate Valentine's Day with our "Color Me Happy" painting workshop. This free event is exclusively for adults, offering a creative space to express yourself through art.

Limited slots are available, so ensure your participation by signing up through the provided link: www.bit.ly/3tVFcSg

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BOB HOPE COMMUNITY CENTER

SAY I LOVE YOU! Make your loved one feel special with a Valentine’s balloon from the BHCC. Make your reservations at BHCC front counter.

Deliveries on RAF Mildenhall only - pick-ups begin from Wednesday, Feb. 14 • 9 am.

Prices from $12 plus $2 for delivery.

Free Valentine Crafts to Go Feb. 1 – 14 B O B H O P E CO M M U N I T Y C E N T E R Pick up a craft kit while supplies last.

DIY Mardi Gras Mask

Tuesday, Feb. 13 • 11 am – 1 pm Enjoy creating and decorating your own masquerade mask and celebrate Mardi Gras at the BHCC.

Crafts & Flea Market

Saturday, Feb. 24 • 10 am – 2 pm B O B H O P E CO M M U N I T Y C E N T E R Come and checkout some of our great vendors!

Vendors Wanted

Saturday, Feb. 24 • 10 am – 2 pm Limited slots, please call BHCC to reserve your table. $10 for each table and $5 for extra table.

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BOWLING Sunday, Feb. 11 • 12 pm – 5 pm

$36 for two hours bowling in preparation for the big game. 6 people per lane only.

Snow Day Bowling

Frequent Bowler Cards

Valentine's Day Bowling

Intramural Bowling Organizational Meeting

If it snows and sticks in February, get 1/2 price bowling and shoes.

Wednesday, Feb. 14 • 4 pm – 8 pm $12 for an hour of unlimited bowling for couples Shoe rental included.

Pick up a frequent bowler card.

Bowl 9 games and get the 10th free!

Thursday, Feb. 29 • 6 pm Join us to discuss a Bowling League and possibly register.

Darts Tournament Wednesday, Feb. 21 • 6 pm start 501 format, single in/double out.

Individual entry, single elimination dart tournament.

WINNER WILL RECEIVE A $25 GIFT CARD.

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FITNESS

Hardstand: 01638 54 3735

Northside: 01638 54 7566

FEBRUARY FREE!

GROUP FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE

NORTHSIDE & HARDSTAND FITNESS CENTER Time

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*TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING NORTHSIDE

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Tri-Base Madness 3-ON-3

BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT Friday, Mar. 8 • 4 pm R A F M I L D E N H A L L H A R D S TA N D F I T N E S S C E N T E R

$100 cash prize to the winning team! $15 entry per team • 3-on-3 half court basketball games • Double elimination tournament style • Register at RAFM Hardstand Fitness Center from Feb. 20 - Mar. 6

T R I - BASE

10K RUN Friday, Apr. 12

Show time: 7:30am // Run start: 8:30am R AF M I L DENHA LL HA RDSTA N D F ITN E S S C E N TE R Pay just $25 to register by Mar. 15. Registration fee will increase to $30 after.

• Complete payment at Hardstand Fitness Center.

• Every participant will receive a t-shirt and medal.

• Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd female & male.

• Registration by Mar. 22 to guarantee your correct t-shirt size and engraved medal.

• This event has an age restriction of 18+, for those with base access.

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GALAXY CLUB

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Friday, Feb. 23 Doors open at 6 pm // Bingo begins at 7 pm

GALAXY CLUB BALLROOM $35 per person Club Members receive a extra grand prize card valued at $10

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Friday, Feb. 9 6 pm – 8:30 pm

G AL AX Y C LU B BALLROOM Club Member: $30 // Non-member: $35 Treat your loved one to an evening of Sip/Painting. Step-by-step instructions, where you'll paint a masterpiece!.

PRICE INCLUDES: Canvas painting, your choice of one glass of wine or draft beer, assorted cheeses, meats, nuts and chocolate covered strawberries.

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GALAXY CLUB

EVENTS

Trivia Night

Thursday, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 • 7 pm – 9 pm Seize the opportunity to participate in our quiz and your chance of winning a prize.

Game Night

Every Wednesday • 4 pm – 9 pm Check out your favorite board game or dislay it on the giant projector screen and play.

Latin Night

Friday, Feb. 2 • 9 pm – 2 am Indulge in an evening of musical delights as we take you on a captivating journey through a curated collection of Latin favorites.

Hip-Hop Night

Friday, Feb. 9 • 9 pm – 2 am An evening with the finest R&B tunes. Let the rhythm carry you away, and create lasting memories in the company of great music.

Valentine's Karaoke Party

Thursday, Feb. 15 • 9 pm – 2 am Strike the perfect chord of love and laughter with your sweetheart and belt out ballads with friends..

National Margarita Day

Thursday, Feb. 22 $5 margaritas on the rocks or frozen passion fruit, watermelon, mango, blueberry, strawberry, raspberry.

EMO Night

Friday, Feb. 23 • 9 pm – 2 am Angsty anthems, capturing the raw emotions and cathartic vibes of the alternative music scene.

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Bloody Bolognese $12.95 Spaghetti with a meat sauce. Served with garlic bread.

Mystic Grill's Country Fried Chicken $14.95 Breaded and fried chicken served with mashed potatoes, gravy and veggies.

DRINK S

The Cure

Crown Royal, Peach Schnapps, Ginger Ale.

Vervain

Creme de Violette, Tanqueray Gin, Lemon and Sprite.

Brothers Bourbon

House Bourbon. Neat or on the rocks.

Blood Bags

Raspberry vodka, Raspberry syrup, sweet & sour.

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FEBRUARY Specials

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Includes freshly brewed sweet tea or fountain drink.

OPEN HOURS BREAKFAST Mon – Fri: 7 am – 10 am LUNCH Mon – Fri: 11 am – 2 pm DINNER Mon – Sat: 4 pm – 9 pm Sun: 2 pm – 8 pm

MONDAY: Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

Spicy breaded chicken breast topped with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, served with seasoned fries.

TUESDAY: Meatball Hot Sub Sandwich

Meatballs smothered in thick hardy meat sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese, served with seasoned fries.

WEDNESDAY: Chicken Fajita Melt Sandwich Diced chicken, sauteed with grilled onions and bell peppers, topped with mozzarella cheese. Accompanied with seasoned fries.

THURSDAY: Southern Fried Chicken Plate

Crispy, breaded fried chicken, accompanied by a mouthwatering spread of mac & cheese, collard greens, creamy mashed potatoes, gravy, corn on the cob, and your choice of a zesty jalapeño or sweet cornbread muffin.

FRIDAY: Medium Pizza Meal - $9.95

A medium pizza with your choice of 1 meat and up to 3 toppings, includes fountain drink.

Follow @RAFMildenhallGalaxyClub for all the latest updates!

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Tuesday, Feb. 13 R O A D H O U S E G R I L L B R E A K FA S T: 7 a m - 1 0 a m

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Sunday Feb. 11 4 pm – 4 am PREGAME 4 pm – 10 pm • Corn Hole • P ing Pong • Pool

ROADHOUSE MENU 4 pm – 9 pm

BIG GAME MENU 10 pm – 2 am • Chips & Salsa • Cheese Nachos • Loaded Hot Dogs • Chili Cheese Fries •M edium Pizzas

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JELLO SHOTS $3 each or two for $5

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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE

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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 435) Monday – Thursday: 8 am – 3 pm Friday: 8 am – 10 am

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BUDGET with Your Boo

Pollywiggles Playgroup

Thursdays • 10 am - 12 pm

Pre-arrival Orientation

Wednesday, Feb. 7 • 3 pm - 4:30 pm

Key Spouse Mentor Training

Thursday, Feb. 8 • 12 pm – 1:30 pm

Four Lenses for Key Spouses

Friday, Feb. 9 • 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

EFMP Bowling

Friday, Feb. 9 • 5:30 pm – 7 pm

Building Strong Relationships WITH MFLC Tuesday, Feb. 13 • 1 pm – 2 pm PR O FES S IONAL DEVELOP MEN T C E N T E R

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MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS

Thursday, Feb. 8 • 12 pm – 1 pm Bring your partner to this workshop to get ready to tackle all of your individual and joint financial goals.

Set your financial future on the right path together.

Learn how to work toward common goals and decide the financial roles that each person will play in your equitable partnership.

TEAMS Spouse Employment 2 Day Workshop Wednesday, Feb. 14 • 8:30 am – 3:30 pm & Thursday, Feb. 15 • 8:30 am – 1 pm

5 Love Languages

Thursday, Feb. 15 • 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Spouse In-processing Orientation Wednesday, Feb. 21 • 9 am - 1 pm

Walk-in Resume Review

Friday, Feb. 23 • 9 am – 11 am

Team Mildenhall Sponsorship Training Monday, Feb. 26 • 9:30 am – 11 am P R O FESSIO NAL D E V E LOPM E N T C E N T E R

Interactive Post Arrival Check-In

Wednesday, Feb. 28 • 9 am – 10:30 am

Wednesday, Feb. 14 • 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Visit 100fss.com/military-family-readiness-center for all the information and latest updates!

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LIBRARY

POTTER PARTY Thursday, Feb. 22 4 pm – 6 pm Attention all Witches and Wizards! Your presence has been requested to celebrate the end of our Potterhead's Reading Challenge! Please join us for an afternoon of activities, games, a costume contest and prize giveaways! Costumes are encouraged! Everyone is welcome, including Muggles!

Potterheads Reading Challenge

Jan. 28 – Feb. 22 Get placed into your Hogwarts House and pick up your reading log. Then, whenever you read, log the minutes on your reading log. When the log is full, return it to the library to earn points for your house and pick up a new log. The house with the most points at the end of the reading challenge will win the House Cup! We will celebrate everyone’s reading efforts at the end of the challenge with a big Harry Potter party! (see above) This reading challenge is open to all ages!

PAWS & READ

Tuesday, Feb. 6 • 4 pm – 6 pm Join us with the American Red Cross UK PaWs Program for a very special day at the library! Sign up for a 15-minute time slot to read to a PaWs Volunteer Support Dog! This is open to all ages and can sign up as a family or as an individual! Sign up at: rafmlibrary@gmail.com

Construction Club

Thursday, Feb. 8 • 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Join us for some brick building fun! Join in on the Lego fun, take a chance at the monthly challenge or enjoy some free play! Monthly Challenge: Build a heart

Dr Seuss’ Steam Saturday

Saturday, Mar. 2 • 2 pm – 4 pm You could not, would not, want to miss a wonderful day as fun as this! There will be Oobleck making, a wonderous sight! We hope you can make it, it will be such a delight!

March is the month; the 2nd is the day! STEAM starts at 2 pm so come out and play!

Scavenger Hunt

Available All Month Search around the library for the hidden pictures, once you find them all, you can choose a prize from the treasure box! New scavenger hunt starts every Monday!

Movie Day - Featuring: Harry Potter & The Sorcerer’s Stone Storytime Saturday, Feb. 10 • 1:30 pm Transport yourself to a magical land and join us for the showing of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Bring your favorite drink and we will provide the popcorn!

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Every Wednesday • 11 am Join us every Wednesday for Storytime where we will read a story and create a craft! All children welcome!

Thursday, Feb. 15: Closed for MSG Training Day Friday, Feb. 16: Closed for USAFE Day Monday, Feb. 19: Closed for Presidents Day

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Blind Date with a Book

Feb. 1 – Feb. 15

Celebrate love and reading this February!

Choose from a variety of books wrapped in brown paper and select one based on the description written on the front. If the date goes well, fill out our “Rate your Date” card and be entered to win a prize!

If things don’t go well, just return it! No hard feelings!

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Outdoor Recreation

Alpaca Trek

Saturday, Mar. 2 R4R: $20 // Regular: $45 Meet our enchanting alpacas for a delightful experience suitable for all ages. Discover their unique personalities, enjoy a leisurely walk, visit mums and babies, and take on the Hilly Ridge Obstacle course for a chance to win a 1st place rosette. Leave with a newfound appreciation for alpacas and a big smile!

Lambing

Sunday, Mar. 3 R4R $20 // Regular $40 Experience the joy of Spring at Kentwell Hall! Witness newborn lambs and young ones in the Tudor Stables' lambing yard and paddocks. With massed daffodils, lambing activities, and the possibility of witnessing a birth, it's a heartwarming, uplifting, and educational outing for families.

Quadbiking (AVT)

Saturday, Mar. 9 R4R: $30 // Regular: $60 Navigate a challenging countryside circuit with an experienced instructor, conquering uphill climbs, drops, twists, turns, and high-speed straights. Your handling skills will be pushed to the limit, and transportation is provided for your convenience.

Mountain Biking Session

Saturday, Mar. 16 // Tuesday, Apr. 16 $40 per person // Ages 16 years & older.

Join our programmer, Allan, for an introduction to your local MTB scene and experience some of the best singletrack riding in the UK. You’ll spend the session learning basic skills or brushing up on your existing knowledge.

Includes transportation, bike, and helmet.

Follow @RAF.Mildenhall.Outdoor.Recreation for all the latest updates.

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Wales Adventure

Mar. 22 – 25 R4R: $150 // Regular: $300 Open to ages 18 years & older Enjoy thrills on the Fforest Coaster and Safari Zip World on day one, followed by a hike up one of the UK's finest mountains on day two. Don't miss this exciting getaway, which includes bunkhouse accommodation, equipment and transport.

Bushcraft Session

Saturday, Apr. 13 R4R: $25 // Regular: $50 Open to ages 12 years & older An engaging 4 hour bushcraft session featuring the art of fire ignition, the craft of shelter construction and a plethora of other captivating wilderness techniques.

Thor's Cave - Peak District Hike

Sunday, Apr. 14 $30 per person Thor’s Cave, the renowned limestone cave, is a standout feature in an area celebrated for its captivating landscapes and geological formations. We’ll explore a charming circular route and local natural beauty.

Beginner Caving

Saturday, May 4 R4R: $60 // Regular: $100 Discover the UK's largest cave system in the Peak District. Join us for a beginner-friendly caving day exploring two nearby caves. The excursions, lasting 2 to 3 hours, offer an introduction to underground exploration.

The difficulty is tailored to participants, with walkable sections and some crawling.

Transportation and equipment provided.

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OUTDOOR RECREATION

OUTDOOR RECREATION

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

Building: 162 // Call: 01638 54 4283 Open Mon - Fri: 10 am - 5 pm Closed: Sat, Sun, Family Days and US Holidays

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.

Tables, Chairs, Ice Chests & more!

Call today to reserve your tables and chairs. We also have popcorn and cotton candy machines, ice chests and more.

Download the full price list at... @RAF.Mildenhall.Outdoor.Recreation

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100FSS.com/outdoor-recreation-center

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Take the stress out of PCS'ing! Let us drive!

No additional charge for pets.

Fee is per run - not per person. 1 - 15 passengers.

Additional charges will be added for out of tri-base area pick up and drop off points.

Heathrow: $300 Gatwick: $300

Stansted: $150 Luton: $190

We want your feedback!

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Youth Programs

Outdoor Soccer

Season: Mar. 4 - May 17 // Register by Feb. 23 AGES: 5 – 6 // 7 – 8 // 9 – 11 // 12 years & older.

COACHES TRAINING: Monday, Feb 26 ASSESSMENTS: Tuesday, Feb. 27 PARENTS MEETING: Friday, Mar. 1 (dates subject to change) Register by sending your name, personal (non-military) email, and phone number to: 100fss.fsyy.youthsports@us.af.mil or call 01638 54 5437 (238-KIDS) for more information Sports physicals and immunizations mandatory to play. Files need to be complete to participate.

Find more information at www.100FSS.com/youth-programs

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Ballet

BEGI N NER CLA SSES $40 per month AGES 3 – 4 Tuesdays • 11 am - 11:30 am AGES 3 – 5 Thursdays • 4 pm - 4:30 pm

INTE RM E DIATE C LAS S E S $45 per month AGES 6 YEARS & OLDER Thursdays • 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm TE E N C LAS S E S $45 per month AGES 13 – 16 Thursdays • 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm

Gymnastics CDC Toddler Gymnastics

$35 per month AGES 2 – 5 Tuesdays • 2:45 pm – 3:30 pm Wednesdays • 9:30 am – 10:15 am & 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

ADULT CORE CONDITIONING $45 per month AGES 18 YEARS & OLDER Tuesdays • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Youth Beginner Gymnastics

$35 per month AGES 5 years & older Tuesdays • 4 pm – 4:45 pm Wednesdays • 3:45 pm – 4:30 pm

Youth Intermediate

$35 per month AGES 5 years & older Wednesdays • 4:45 pm – 5:30 pm

Hapkido

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Fridays • 4 pm - 5:30 pm $40 per month (4 classes per month) Register via CYPBMS or call Youth Programs for more information on: 01638 54 5437

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

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GIVE PARENTS A BREAK & Kid's Night Out

Saturday, Feb. 24 • 6 pm – 10 pm REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Youth Programs for youth ages 5 (must be in Kindergarten) to 12 years. Child Development Center for children 6 weeks to 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 Military & Family Readiness Center.

Kid's Night Out (Feb. 24) : $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.

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 one-time payment of $300 for becoming a FCC provider or renewing your certification!

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

Sign up and start your new career today!

Call 01638 52 2170

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WOOD YOU BE MINE? Have a broken desk or shelving that needs some love, or are you looking to create the perfect Valentine for that special someone? Search no further! The Wood Shop can teach you how to do it yourself, or we can make it for you!

We offer a variety of services and programs. There is something for everyone: from DIY time and monthly classes to a retail shop and a CNC machine.

Retail Shop

The retail store provides hinges, handles, hand-made novelty hooks, flag holders, tail flashes, stains, screws, shadow boxes, timber, & so much more!

DIY Time

Come to the Wood Crafts Center and work on your own wood projects. You will have access to all of our equipment, and our expert staff is available to train you on operating each machine before you get started. Our training course will ensure you stay safe while creating.

You can bring in your own materials or purchase materials from our on-site retail shop.

Customization We have so many customization options! Our CNC machine operates tools to cut and remove material as programmed by our computer software. Our CNC machine can be used to create custom cut-outs for any project.

There are customization options for leadership award boards, framing, and that piece of furniture that doesn't fit your house quite right. Give us a call!

We can help.

Rent-a-Woodworker

Are you interested in learning more about wood working but need some extra assistance or guidance? “Rent” one of our woodworkers and never stop learning.

RAFL Wood Shop | 01638 52 3367 lakenheathfss.com/wood-crafts-center

01638 52 2979 or visit ittlakenheath.com

City of Bath

Amsterdam & Keukenhof Gardens 4-day March 28-31 Adult £449 • Child (2-11) £389 • Infant £150 Coach transportation, return channel crossing, 3-night bed & breakfast accommodation, entrance to Keukenhof, tour of a diamond centre, & a visit to Delft Pottery

Saturday, February 10 Adult £38 • Child (3-14) £36 • Infant £15 Transportation only

National Space Center Leicester Friday, February 16 Adult/Child £37 • Infant £15 Transportation & National Space Center entry

Disneyland Paris 3-day February 17-19 Adult £435 • Child (3-11) £375 • Child (2) £269 • Infant £100 Coach transportation, return ferry crossing, 2-night bed & breakfast accommodation, and 1 day/2 park ticket for Disneyland Paris Single supplement £100

Jorvick Viking Festival - York Saturday, February 17 Adult £56 • Child (3-14) £54 • Infant £15 R4R Adult £28 • Child £27 Transportation only

Lincoln DYO Sunday, February 18 Adult £31 • Child (3-14) £29 • Infant £15 Transportation only

Brugge Extended Day Saturday, February 24 £99 per person Coach transportation, return channel crossing, & free time to explore Brugge

Stonehenge & City of Bath Saturday, March 9 Adult £78 • Child (5-17) £67 • Infant £15 R4R Adult £39 • Child £34 Transportation, Stonehenge entry, and free time to explore the City of Bath

Single supplement £150

Warwick Castle Sunday, February 11 Adult • Child £57 • Infant £15 R4R Adult/Child £29 Transportation & Warwick Castle entry

Walmer Castle Saturday, February 17 Adult £47 • Child (5-17) £41 • Infant £15 Transportation & Walmer Castle entry

Windsor Castle Saturday, February 24 Adult £57 • Child (5-17) £44 • Infant £15 R4R Adult £29 • Child £22 Transportation & Windsor Castle entry

Leeds Castle Sunday, February 25 Adult £47 • Child (4-15) £42 • Infant £15 Transportation & Leeds Castle entry

Hippodrome Casino London Saturday, February 10 Adults only £34 Transportation only

Boom Battle Bar Sunday, February 18 Adults only £44 Transportation & your choice of three activities

Dover Castle Sunday, March 3 Adult £54 • Child (5-17) £45 • Infant £15 R4R Adult £27 • Child £23 Transportation & Dover Castle entry

London Chinese New Year Parade: Year of the Dragon Sunday, February 11 Adult £34 • Child (3-14) £32 • Infant £15 Transportation only

Harry Potter Studio Friday, March 22 (Family day) Adult £82 • Child (5-15) £69 • Infant £15 Transportation & Harry Potter studio entry Must book by Friday, February 23

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Arts & Crafts

Galaxy Club

Library

Building: 404 // Call: 2644 Mon - Fri: 9 am - 5 pm

Building: 425 // Call: 2352 Mon / Wed / Thu / Fri: 10 am - 5 pm Tues: 10 am - 7 pm / Sat: 10 am - 5 pm

Building: 160 // Call: 2348 Tues - Thur: 11 am - 8 pm Fri & Sat: 11 am - 10 pm Sun: 12 pm - 5 pm // Mon: Closed AROY-D THAI Tues - Sat: 11 am - 7 pm

AMERICAN ROADHOUSE Building: 437 // Call: 2680 Mon - Fri: Breakfast: 7 am - 10 am Lunch: 11 am - 2 pm Mon - Sat: Dinner: 4 pm - 9 pm Sun: Dinner: 2 pm - 9 pm CASHIER CAGE Call: 2683 Mon - Fri: 11 am - 1:30 pm // 2 pm - 3 pm SPORTS BAR Call: 7174 Mon - Thu: 4 pm - 9 pm Fri: 3 pm - 2 am / Sat: 4 pm - 2 am Sun: 2 pm - 9 pm THE DAILY GRIND Call: 7178 Mon - Fri: 6:30 am - 4 pm Sat: 8 am - 2 pm CATERING Call: 2683 Email:rafmildenhallcatering@gmail.com Mon - Fri: 9 am - 11 am, 2 pm - 4 pm and by appointment.

MIDDLETON HALL, TUDOR BAR Building: 464 // Call: 4860

Child Development Center

Hardstand Fitness Center

Building: 288 // Call: 2042 Mon - Fri: 7 am - 5 pm

Building: 849 // Call: 3735 24/7 Access Available

Civilian Personnel

Northside Fitness Center

Building: 435 // Call: 3540 Mon - Thur: 8 am - 3 pm Friday: 8 am - 10 am

Building: 463 // Call: 7566 24/7 Access Available

Education Center

Building: 435 // Call: 3682 Mon - Thu: 8 am - 3 pm Fri: 8 am - 10 am

Auto Hobby Complex Building: 240 // Call: 2480/1480 Mon - Fri: 9 am - 5 pm

Bob Hope Community Center Building: 404 // Call: 2579 Mon - Fri: 8 am - 7 pm Sat: 9 am - 3 pm JUICE BROS Mon - Fri: 7:30 am - 5 pm Sat: 9 am - 3 pm

Bowling Center

Building: 427 // Call: 2350 Mon - Fri: 8 am - 4 pm

Family Child Care - RAFL Call: 01638 52 2170 Mon - Fri: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Human Resources Office

Building: 459 // Call: 2407 Open: 24/7

Military & Family Readiness Center Building: 460 // Call: 3406 Mon / Tues / Thu / Fri: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Wed: 11 am - 4:30 pm

Military Personnel Flight Customer Service Building: 436 // Call: 2222 Mon - Fri (Appointments) 8 am - 3 pm

Outdoor Recreation Building: 162 // Call: 4283 Mon - Fri: 10 am - 5 pm

Post Office Building: 172 // Call: 7678 Mon/Tue/Thur/Fri: 9 am - 5 pm Wed: 7 am - 5 pm / Sat: 10 am - 1 pm

Professional Development Center (Customer Service) Building: 440 // Call: 5933 Mon - Fri: 6 am - 3 pm

VAT Relief Office

Installation Personnel Readiness (IPR) Building: 550 // Call: 3317

Lodging (Gateway Inn)

Building: 450 // Call: 3822 Mon - Fri: 8 am - 12 pm

Youth Center Building: 293 // Call: KIDS (5437) Mon - Fri: 6:30 am - 9 am Mon - Fri: 1 pm - 5:30 pm

Please visit 100FSS.com to view all programs and class open hours.

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