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ISSUE 07 JULY 2020

Get Up & Go! 100th Force Support Squadron

March 2020 100th Force Support Squadron RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom

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CONTENT

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Library

Airman & Family Readiness

C3 Unite Virtual Programs Bob Hope Community Center

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Outdoor Recreation Center

Education Center

Fitness

Auto Hobby Complex

Virtual Youth Programs

Child Development Center

Content produced monthly by the 100th Force Support Squadron Marketing Department, 100 FSS/FSK, RAF Mildenhall, Unit 4702, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28 8NF For magazine inquiries call: 01638 54 2057 GET UP & GO 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.

Lt Col Jamie S. Gegg

Mr. Joseph Dyson

Commander, 100th Force Support Squadron

Deputy Director, 100th Force Support Squadron

Elizabeth Magno

Steve Doke • Sponsorship & Advertising Coordinator Kianna Gousby • Marketing Specialist

Marketing Director

Johnette Roberson VAT CASHIER

100TH FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON

SPOTLIGHT

Meet the 100th Force Support Squadron's June's Spotlight! Johnette. Johnette is new to the 100th Force Support Squadron VAT Exemption Cashier.

Where do you call home in the states?

I'm from a small town in Oklahoma, Blair Oklahoma is located near Altus Air Force Base.

What are some of your hobbies?

I love baking sweets and cakes. I also enjoy making hair bows.

How long have you lived in the UK? I've lived in the UK for 6 1/2 years. I absolutely love it!

What do you like about working at 100 FSS? The work atmosphere is amazing! My co-workers are very positive and willing to help each other.

What special skills do you have, that most people don't know about you?

I would say that Im pretty creative and crafty. Once I set my mind on a prodject an invasion it. I will always create it.

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PROPERTY RENTALS Two Office Conveniently Located; One Outside Gate 2 of RAF Lakenheath and One Close to RAF Mildenhall Best Quality Homes that Comply with USAFE & UK Health & Safety Requirements Free Complimentary Service & Support to All Tenants Carrying Orders Free Transportation from Billeting to Viewings Wide Variety of Properties from New Builds to Traditional, Single and Duel Voltage Majority of Homes are Pet Friendly 48 CES Approved Tenancy Agreements with Military Break Clauses Over 68 years of Combined USAF Experience Scan Me with your smart phone!

FULLY LICENSED AGENCY MILDENHALL: 3, Holmsey Green, Beck Row, IP28 8AJ LAKENHEATH: 5 Shopping Center, Earls Field, Lakenheath, IP27 9RX

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LIBRARY

SUMMER READING PROGRAM JULY- AUGUST 7 Sign up at https://rafmildenhall.beanstack.org/ Log minutes, earn digital badges, weekly themes, virtual events via Facebook @RAFMLibrary and win weekly prizes.

VIRTUAL STORY TIME

EVENING STORY TIME

EVERY WEDNESDAY • 11AM

EVERY THURSDAY • 4:30PM

Tune into Facebook for story time

Presented by a celebrity reader

with Lindsey, craft to follow.

or author. Craft suggestions.

VIRTUAL BRICK CLUB

VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB

EVERY WEDNESDAY • 1PM

MONDAY, JUNE 29 • 11AM

Summer reading program's brick

Join us as we discuss Circe

club is back! We will feature

by Madeline Miller

weekly build challenges.

E-mail us at rafmlibrary@gmail.com

Heart Link July 31 • 9am - 3pm This spouse orientation is open to those new to the military or the overseas environment. Learn more about the Air Force lifestyle and how you make a difference, plus connect with other new spouses. Breakfast and Lunch provided.

AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS

5 Love Languages Military Edition

Team Mildenhall Sponsorship Training

Key Spouse Initial Training

July 10 • 9am - 11:30am

July 20 • 9am - 11:30am

July 24 • 9:30am - 3pm

Do you know your love language?

Your spouse’s love language? Learn ways to express your love that your partner understands and learn ways to show your love during a TDY or Deployment.

Discover how you can help inbound personnel and their families gain a positive first impression of our Team, and a smooth relocation to the UK. All military and civilian sponsors, and spouses are encouraged to attend.

Mandatory training for squadron appointed Key Spouses to learn roles and responsibilities vital to a successful program.

Understanding & Improving Your Credit

Paying of Student Loans

July 14 • 4pm - 5pm Did you know using more than 30% of your limit on a credit card will impact your credit score negatively?

Learn this and much more!

July 21 • 4pm - 15pm Strategies for paying off loans.

Moving Out of the Dorms

EZ PCS

July 22 • 1pm - 2pm

July 15 • 10am - 12:30pm

Will you be moving to an off-base home? Learn what to consider, including local and cultural issues, as you create your spending plan for your big move. One-on-one appointments.

Make your PCS as stress-free as possible. Hear from agencies who will be involved with your move. Best taken 3 months in advance.

Bundles for Babies July 20 • 9am - 12:30pm Come hear from base organizations that will be helpful to you with a new baby. Eligible members may receive a $50 AAFES gift card per baby.

MBTI and Your Career July 23 • 2pm - 4pm A class for people who would like to learn more about their MBTI personality types and which careers might be good matches for them.

Open to all I.D. Card Holders

4 Lenses July 27 • 9am - 11am This workshop explores personality temperament and how it impacts interpersonal relationships at work and within personal life. Members gain increased ability to effectively interact with all personality temperament types.

All classes will be held virtually.

Funding your calls back home

Welcome to the UK! Keesler Federal is here to support you and

provide the products and services for all of your banking needs while you are here. We know how important it is to feel settled, established and stay connected with your loved ones back home, so we are offering all Military and Civilian new members a Pay As You Go SIM card for a network provider of your choice and ÂŁ10 to help purchase a refill card for cellular minutes, text messages and data. New members must open a Keesler checking account to qualify.

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Visit any UK office for full details.

0-800-585-765

Funds will be deposited into the account within 30 days of opening. Must be 18 or older and not currently have a Keesler Federal account. Membership and credit eligibility required.

Federally Insured by NCUA.

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BOB HOPE COMMUNITY CENTER

CAR RESALE LOT Open all year round Register your vehicle for $5 register your vehicle prior to placing vehicle on the lot.

For more information please call 01638-54-2579

BALLOON & GIFT SALES Available all year round Have a birthday coming?

No idea what to get the person that has everything?

Order a balloon bouquet from the Community Center!

Call 0638-54-2579

YOUTH PROGRAMS TUNE INTO FACEBOOK EVERY WEEK @RAFMYP

MAKER'S MONDAY WITH MS. EMI Easy to make homemade crafts. Tune in every Monday!

TALENT TUESDAY WITH MR. DERRICK Show us your talents! We will showcase different talents.

Tune in every Tuesday!

WORKOUT WEDNESDAY WITH MR. JAMES Join us on a short workout, that you can do in the comfort of your home! Tune in every Wednesday!

TASTY THURSDAY WITH MS. KAYLA Hungry? Join us for some easy to make recipes.

Tune in every Thursday!

FIELD TRIP FRIDAY WITH MR. ROBERT Follow us as we take you on virtual field trips throughout the U.S. and U.K. Tune in every Friday!

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 4TH OF JULY VIRTUAL BIKE PARADE July 2 • 3pm CDC and Youth Programs Decorate your bike or scooter and join us on our parade.

Parents can enjoy the parade through Facebook@RAFYM

PARENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING July 14 • Noon - 1pm CDC Training Room

CLOSURE NOTICE July 3 & 6 The Child and Youth Programs will be closed in observance of Independence Day and family day.

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OUTDOOR RECREATION TUNE INTO FACEBOOK FOR TRIP UPDATES: @RAF.MILDENHALL.OUTDOOR.RECREATION

AIRPORT SHUTTLE SERVICE

PCS CLEANING SUPPLIES

HEATHROW AIRPORT

PRESSURE WASHER

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

$45 Daily // $135 Weekly

GATWICK AIRPORT

CARPET CLEANER

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

30 Daily // $90 Weekly Soap: $10

STANSTED AIRPORT

VACUUMS

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

$10 Daily // $30 Weekly

LUTON AIRPORT Single: $160 • Double: $185 Private Hire, Groups: $210

STORAGE LOCKERS Pay by direct debit & receive $5 off.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 LOCKER $45 • per month

LARGE LOCKER $62 • per month

EDUCATION CENTER

HAVE SPECIFIC QUESTIONS? Don't put your education goals on the back burner!

We are here to help you navigate the world of higher education. Although we can't see you face-to-face just yet, we can still answer your education questions and send end you information-packed documents on topics such as: •Tuition Assistance • Commissioning • SkillBridge • AF COOL • GI Bill • CCAF Our voluntary testing office is also open again! If you need to schedule a DLPT or DLAB, please gives us a call. PearsonVue based tests are open for scheduling starting July 8.

We are in the office from 8am - 4pm (Monday to Friday.)

DSN: 238-2350/COMM: 01638-54-2350 or email us at 100fss.fsde2@us.af.mil

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MAKE IT WHAT YOU WANT.™

YOUR PARTY!

With a delicious Subway® Platter, choose from Subway® Lite, Veggie, Meat Feast or Classic.

From

$30 Complete the party by adding drinks, crisps and cookies* *Extra charge applies A Platter consists of 16 x 3-inch Subs and feeds 6-8 people. Not valid for double meat, double cheese or any other extras.

Subway® Platter needs to be ordered in advance, ask for details. Offer available from the base store only. Limited time offer. All third party trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Subway® is a Registered Trademark of Subway IP LLC. ©2020 Subway IP LLC.

FITNESS CENTER OUTDOOR ZUMBATHON July 18 • 10am - Noon Heritage Park Come along and join the fun at our fitness dance party!

Social distancing measures enforced.All ages and abilities are welcome.

CYCLE TO FREEDOM July 1 - 31 Beginner (100 miles), Intermediate (150 miles) Expert (200 miles) Log your time on any tracking device of your choice.

Submit your results to @RAFMildenhallFitness

Cycle sign-up - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904054ca9aa29abf58-cycle

AUTO HOBBY COMPLEX WE'LL GET YOU MOVING !

- STOP IN FOR OUR JULY SPECIAL BOGO BAY RENTALS Pay for one hour of bay rentals, get another hour for free!

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