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Every year, our nation pauses to reflect on the profound ways the first Americans have shaped our country’s character and culture. The first stewards of our environment, early voices for the values that define our nation, and models of government to our Founding Fathers -- American Indians and Alaska Natives helped build the very fabric of America. Today, their spirit and many contributions continue to enrich our communities and strengthen our country. During National Native American Heritage Month, we honor their legacy, and we recommit to strengthening our nation-to-nation partnerships. As we celebrate the rich traditions of the original peoples of what is now the United States, we cannot forget the long and unfortunate chapters of violence, discrimination, and deprivation they had to endure. For far too long, the heritage we honor today was disrespected and devalued, and Native Americans were told their land, religion, and language were not theirs to keep. We cannot ignore these events or erase their consequences for Native peoples -- but as we work together to forge
a brighter future, the lessons of our past can help reaffirm the principles that guide our Nation today. In a spirit of true partnership and mutual trust, my Administration is committed to respecting the sovereignty of tribal nations and upholding our treaty obligations, which honor our nation-to-nation relationship of peace and friendship over the centuries. We have worked to fairly settle longstanding legal disputes and provide justice to those who experienced discrimination. We have taken unprecedented steps to strengthen tribal courts, especially when it comes to criminal sentencing and prosecuting individuals who commit violence against Native American women. And next month, my Administration will host our sixth annual White House Tribal Nations Conference, part of our ongoing effort to promote meaningful collaboration with tribal leaders as we fight to give all our children the tomorrow they deserve. Today, as community and tribal leaders, members of our Armed Forces, and drivers of progress and economic growth, American Indians and Alaska Natives are working to carry forward their proud history, and my Administration is dedicated to expanding pathways to success for
Native Americans. To increase opportunity in Indian Country, we are investing in roads and high-speed Internet and supporting job training and tribal colleges and universities. The Affordable Care Act provides access to quality, affordable health insurance, and it permanently reauthorized the Indian Health Care Improvement Act, which provides care to many Native Americans. And because the health of tribal nations depends on the health of tribal lands, my Administration is partnering with Native American leaders to protect these lands in a changing climate. Every American, including every Native American, deserves the chance to work hard and get ahead. This month, we recognize the limitless potential of our tribal nations, and we continue our work to build a world where all people are valued and no child
ever has to wonder if he or she has a place in our society. NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 2014 as National Native American Heritage Month. I call upon all Americans to commemorate this month with appropriate programs and activities, and to celebrate November 28, 2014, as Native American Heritage Day. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand fourteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-ninth.
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Street Smart saves Service members Photo by Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland
Oscar Duran, Miami-Dade County, Fla., Fire-Rescue paramedic, speaks with a Soldier portraying a vehicle accident victim during the Stay Alive From Education Street Smart Program at Fort Eustis, Va., Nov. 4, 2014. The presentation included graphic photos of vehicle accident victims and descriptive explanations of the steps paramedics and doctors may need to take to save lives of accident victims.
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ABOVE: Ralph Jimenez, Miami-Dade County, Fla., FireRescue paramedic, interviews a volunteer onstage during a Street Smart presentation at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Nov. 5, 2014.
ABOVE: Robert Longworth, 633rd Air Base Wing Safety Office chief of safety, introduces the Street Smart presentation at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Nov. 5, 2014. Longworth informed the audience trauma is the leading cause of death for American ages 26 and younger.
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LEFT: Ralph Jimenez explains risks involved in distracted driving to U.S. Army Soldiers during the Stay Alive From Education Street Smart Program at Fort Eustis, Va., Nov. 4, 2014.The presenters shared stories from real-life experiences as paramedics to drive their points home.
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Growing up in Athens, Texas, in a single income home didn’t leave Juan and his brother, Antonio, much to fall back on, but they never dwelled on what they didn’t have or rebel. They just did the best with what they had, which was each other. “There have been many things that we have been through not many others experience, but no matter what the struggle was we overcame it,” said Juan. They overcame such by not only sticking together, but setting goals and helping each other achieve them.
“I was focused on school and doing well,” said Juan. “I stayed away from bad people and doing drugs. I just wanted to be a good person.” Juan said he knew he had to set an example for his younger brother, so he worked while in school to get his bachelor’s degree in business administration. Through papers, tests and hours of homework, Juan still helped and pushed Antonio to achieve the same. “He helped me through my high school years,” said Antonio. “If I got in trouble or in a situation where I needed help, I always went to him. I respect him a lot. He’s my older brother, my only brother - he’s the per-
son I look up to the most.” About six months after receiving his degree, Juan and Antonio went for a goal they had dreamed up a few years back - they joined the U.S. Air Force. “He was always that person I looked up to--that partner in life,” said Antonio of his brother. “I thought if he could do it, I could do it, so I joined.” Juan to basic military training first as he went in open-general, ready to accept any job, while Antonio waited a few months for a desired job to be available. After graduating technical training school and while his brother was in basic military training, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Juan Antonio, left, 633rd Force Support Squadron services apprentice, is stationed with his brother, Airman 1st Class Antonio Antonio, 439th Supply Chain Operations Squadron A-10 Thunderbolt II mission capable technician, at Langley Air Force Base, Va.
Juan Antonio went to Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, where he now works at the 633rd Force Support Squadron. A few months later, U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class
Antonio Antonio had orders in his hands. Expecting to go overseas, he looked down at his orders and read “439th Supply Chain Operations Squadron, Langley Air Force Base, Virginia.”
“I didn’t think I would get stationed with him, and I could tell that when he heard the news, he was pretty excited,” Antonio said. SEE BROTHERS PAGE 14
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U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Retina McCarter, 93rd Signal Brigade Headquarters and Headquarters Company information assurance noncommissioned officer, received the Military Citizen of the Year award, and she was inducted into the exclusive Sergeant Audie Murphy Club.
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To achieve recognition for excellence within a unit, whether it is a company or the entire Department of Defense, brings a great sense of pride to a U.S. Army Soldier. However, the direction of that pride truly defines the nature of that warrior. U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Retina McCarter, 93rd Signal Brigade Headquarters and Headquarters Company information assurance noncommissioned officer, believes returning that recognition to those who support her and oth-
er Soldiers means more than any accolade. “The American people support us every day, and I think that can be easy to forget,” said McCarter. “While [they] rely on us to defend the nation, it is important we recognize there is more we can do in addition to our sworn duties.” As a recent inductee to the prestigious Sergeant Audie Murphy Club and this year’s Military Citizen of the Year, McCarter said her success comes from those around her. She believes interacting with other Soldiers and those in the community is the best way
to learn and grow, and by being a stalwart NCO to her Soldiers and an active volunteer within the community, she can grow alongside them. “I learn side-by-side with my Soldiers; I include them in what I do and I don’t expect them to do things I wouldn’t do,” said McCarter. “NCOs lead from the front, but I think going the extra step to bring more junior Soldiers to the front as well makes a team more efficient.” McCarter said she also believe a major contributor to her success comes from confidence and comfort as a Soldier.
“We all have to be true to ourselves to reach the next level,” she said. “If we are confident and sure in ourselves, that leaves more time and effort in taking care of Soldiers, which is top priority for any NCO.” To help build that surety and stability, McCarter said Soldiers need to be just as active out of uniform and in the community. “Being a Soldier is no joke. We have demanding jobs, but that doesn’t mean we can neglect our duty as American citizens,” she said. “In a time of constant conflict, we need to show our communities we are more than war-
riors. We are friends and we want to help out just like everyone else.” McCarter believes striving to be the best possible person, not just Soldier, can lead to mission success in the future. “If a Soldier can be an accomplished warfighter and an exemplary citizen, they can lead our country to a state of peace,” said McCarter. “In that Army of the future, at peace, we can better protect and move through hardships with our community, which is more important to keeping our nation safe than any individual recognition.”
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ABOVE: U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Robert Eady, 1st Maintenance Squadron nondestructive inspection technician, conducts a well certification review at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Nov. 3, 2014. NDI technicians inspect foreign object debris discovered in an aircraft via X-ray. Debris, no matter the size, can lead to disastrous consequences if introduced into an aircraft engine. LEFT: U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Michael Griffin, 1st Maintenance Squadron nondestructive inspection technician, inspects an aircraft part for cracks at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Nov. 3, 2014. The NDI personnel identify possible defects in aircraft systems and equipment.
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ABOVE: U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Michael Griffin, 1st Maintenance Squadron nondestructive inspection technician, utilizes a stationary penetrant line at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Nov. 3, 2014. A penetrant is used to detect discontinuities, i.e., cracks and pits, open to the surface on parts made of nonporous materials.
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THANK YOU. To the men and women who have served our great nation and to those who have given their lives in service to our country, we thank you for your commitment, dedication and sacrifice—today and every day.
“I knew that if he came here, I was going to help him out no matter what,” Juan said. Through their first few months at Langley, the two stuck together as they always had, meeting after work to talk about each other’s days and sometimes de-stressing by playing a game of tennis-soccer, a childhood game they made up. Enjoying their reunion, the brothers still kept their goals in sight. Juan’s first was to make senior airman below-the-zone. He saw what others who had made it before did and followed suit, volunteering and taking-on leadership roles. Juan went up for his BTZ board in February 2014, and made it. It wasn’t long after relishing in the excitement that he set new goals, the first being to set
his brother up for success. “I wanted to push him to get what I did and do even better than I did,” said Juan of advising Antonio to go for, and how to go for BTZ. “We are competitive in some ways, but for goals I guide him to do better than me.” With Juan’s guidance, Antonio made it to the board and was selected for BTZ in October. “I was happy he got BTZ because I know that what I said helped him,” said Juan. “I know he worked hard for it. I never told him, but I knew he should have gotten it.” Now, the brothers are preparing for their next challenge, which was on Juan’s mind the moment Antonio earned rank. “I was really excited thinking ahead that if we study really hard, we can
make staff sergeant at the same time,” said Juan. Set to deploy next year with plans to apply for Officer Training School in mind, Juan knows he and his brother, who has his heart set on going overseas, will eventually part. “We’re not always going to be together,” Juan said. “Our bond is still going to be there, but our paths will lead us different ways. I want to encourage my brother to go overseas. I tell him, ‘don’t let anyone stop you, not even me because at the end of the day when you go home it’s only you,’ so I always tell him to take chances.” As for the next chance Juan is taking, he plans to do everything he can to become an officer just as he and Antonio always had starting from their childhood in Athens.
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The men and women of Air Combat Command welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony here Nov. 4. Gen. Hawk Carlisle assumed command of ACC from Gen. Mike Hostage before a standing-room-only audience in the 27th Fighter Squadron hangar. Guests included Airmen, community leaders, and civilian and military dignitaries including Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James, former Secretaries F. Whit Peters and Mike Wynne, and former and current Major Command, Numbered Air Force and wing command-
ers, as well as the Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Larry Spencer, who presided over the ceremony. Gen. Spencer hailed the command’s efforts, noting that “combat contingencies operations have been a way of life� and with ACC’s role as the primary force provider of combat air power to America’s warfighting command, “none of it would be possible without Air Combat Command.� “The Air Force is able to project combat air power around the globe 365 days a year,� Gen. Spencer said. “It is the most feared Air Force on the planet and that’s because of you.� Secretary James acknowledged that same effort and attributed ACC’s ability to de-
liver 100 percent of combatant commander’s requirements while also leading the command through recovery from the FY 2014 government shutdown to Gen. Hostage’s “leadership, guidance and management of the Combat Air Forces.â€? “Mike Hostage is not someone who can be [easily] replaced,â€? Secretary James said. “He has been a tireless leader, dedicated and committed to excellence and has indeed ushered that into ACC through a very tough and challenging budget time in our Air Force history.â€? In his ďŹ nal address to the Airmen, Gen. Hostage expressed conďŹ dence about the future. “As I prepare to hang up this uniform for the last time, I am comforted in knowing that
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U.S. Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Larry O. Spencer passes the Air Combat Command guidon to Gen. Hawk Carlisle during ACC’s change of command ceremony at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Nov. 4, 2014.The former ACC commanding general, Gen. Mike Hostage, will retire shortly after reliquishing command.
strong, brave American Airmen like you will continue to defend us while your families quietly endure their sacriďŹ ces,â€? he said. He also thanked Airmen for their service, which allows the greater society to enjoy freedom and liberty.
“Thomas Jefferson once wrote, ‘The price of freedom is eternal vigilance,’� he said. “I am proud to have served with you and I thank you for maintaining that vigilance.� SEE COMMAND PAGE 17
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COMMAND FROM PAGE 16 Secretary James noted that the command will gain another great leader in Gen. Hawk Carlisle. “Fortunately for our Air Force, we have another great leader ready to take the reins,” James said. “He has commanded at all levels and at a number of key staff positions, really knows what it takes to be successful in the combat business and has all the tools in his toolbox to be able to take this command to an even higher level.” Citing his vast responsibilities in the Pacific Air Forces Command, Secretary James noted Gen. Carlisle’s success in leading Air Force activities covering 100 million square miles, 13 time zones and including approximately 60% of the world’s population in 36 separate nations across the globe. James specifically lauded PACAF’s timely humanitarian response to super typhoon Haiyan, which devastated portions of Southeast Asia, particularly the Philippines in November 2013. “I think you will agree, Hawk Carlisle is a pretty cool guy,” James said. Gen. Carlisle’s first official act upon taking command was to order the attending troops at ease. He followed by offering thanks for the opportunity to continue to lead America’s Airmen. “You have entrusted me with our nation’s greatest treasure, her sons and daughters. Please rest assured that I will do everything in my power to be worthy of leading those incredible Airmen; to care for them and their families and to continue their legacy of excellence.” With a nod to his longtime friend, Carlisle con-
gratulated the Hostages on their career, and pledged to take care of ACC’s Airmen and the important mission they carry out. “You have my solemn promise that I will continue your work ensuring that ACC remains part of the most capable and lethal Air Force on the planet.” Gen. Carlisle also paid tribute to the legacy of Langley AFB and the Hampton Roads area in its role in Air Force and aviation history. “This field where we sit today is truly home to heroes. Heroes like Billy Mitchell, who in 1921, demonstrated air power when he sank the Ostfriesland and Robin Olds, the triple fighter ace. “When I talk about heroes, I am not only referring to our proud and distinguished past. Take a look around you. These are the current day heroes standing among us; those whose stories we know and those whose stories remain to be written. ACC Airmen continue to conduct missions in all corners of the globe, including here at home.” The general predicted that “the demand for airpower will continue to rise” and the only way for us to be successful is to be together. “The American people expect us to hold to our core values and live up to the legacy of those who have come before us and continue to carry the torch. Our Airmen are what make us the greatest fighting force the world has ever seen. This field is home to heroes and I am humbled to stand before them today,” Gen. Carlisle said.
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The senior enlisted adviser of U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command has been selected to be the next sergeant major of the Army. Secretary of the Army John McHugh and Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Ray Odierno announced today that Command Sgt. Maj. Daniel A. Dailey will be the 15th sergeant major of the Army. He will assume the Army’s highest enlisted ofďŹ ce after Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III retires, at the end of January. “We have the utmost conďŹ dence in Command Sgt. Maj. Dailey and look forward to having him join our leadership team,â€? said McHugh. “His experience, leadership, devotion to Soldiers and commitment to our Army make him especially suited to assume this important duty, one that Sgt. Maj. of the Army Chandler has masterfully performed for the last four years.â€? Dailey, who enlisted 1989, is an infantryman and combat veteran who served four deployments in Operation Iraqi Freedom and one in support of Operation Desert Storm. He said he is humbled by the choice. “It’s every Soldier’s dream -- it should be every Soldier’s dream -- to someday at least have the opportunity to be the sergeant major of the Army,â€? he said. He told Odierno that he never “fathomed when I was a young Soldier that I’d ever be in this ofďŹ ce re-
ceiving this type of recognition.� Dailey holds a Bachelor of Science degree (summa cum laude) from Excelsior College. He said he and his wife of more than 20 years, Holly Dailey, are dedicated to Soldiers and their families. “This requires a commitment well beyond any that I’ve ever done before and it requires leadership that frankly Soldiers need to be able to see every day,� he said. “I owe it back to our Soldiers; I have a responsibility -- an awesome responsibility ... that is not looked upon lightly by the Soldiers of the United States Army,� he said. There is a lot of work to do and it is a big responsibility, he said, in carrying on the traditions of Chandler, and in meeting Odierno’s expectations and strategic goals. “The Soldiers of this great Army deserve leadership and the highest caliber of leadership we can offer,� he said. The Army has faced challenging times and there are more challenges ahead, he said. “What I can assure you is that we are doing the right things. I have been intimately familiar with the policy, procedures and direction that our leadership of the Army is taking us. I truly believe it is the right direction,� he said.
signments, strives for the best, and places the highest priority on physical ďŹ tness for himself and his Soldiers. “It is our job every single day to represent the best we possibly can, not only for us, for our peers and for our superiors, but most importantly for the people of America,â€? he said. “I’m truly excited as we move forward because I truly believe that we are heading in the right direction in the future,â€? he said. He credits his mentors for challenging him and helping him make the right decisions. “I’m the benefactor of excellent leadership,â€? he said. Engaged leadership is important he said. Good leaders know their Soldiers and their families; it’s important that Soldiers have a balance between work and home life, he said. “I would have never made it to where I am today without my family, and that requires balance between being a Soldier, being a father, and a husLead by example band,â€? he said. Dailey said he is a stanSoldiers should reach out dards-based sergeant ma- for help if they are facing jor who is approachable, problems, he said. mission-focused, who takes on challenging asSEE TRADOC PAGE 19
TRADOC FROM PAGE 18 this great nation,� he said. “I think they would expect us “I think we’re in a time in to treat them like their own the Army where we’ve real- children.� ly gotten rid of that stigma,� ARMY TRADITION he said. “What is great is that we Dailey, who is from the have leaders who say that small, northeastern Pennthey need help, and it really sylvania town of Palmershows them young Soldiers ton, saw the military as an that you truly can be suc- opportunity for growth and cessful even though you’ve experience. asked for help,� he said. “My father had served It is a great responsibility in the military, his brothto be charged with the safe- ers had served in the milty and wellness of Soldiers itary, both of my grandfayou lead, he said. thers had service during “Somebody has trusted World War II, and my oldest me with their lives,� he said. brother before me made the “I take that very serious- choice to serve in the Unitly, the four times that I de- ed States Army,� he said. “It ployed to combat, very seri- had a big impact on me.� ously. It’s my responsibility He signed up for the deto bring them home; every layed entry program the one of them,� Dailey said. year before he graduated “That’s the ultimate re- high school. sponsibility we have, not “My family was in comjust to our Soldiers but to plete support of it,� he said. the mothers and fathers of “I was 16 years old when I
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ADC relocation
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The Area Defense Counsel has moved to building 68, which is located at 120 Burrell Loop in Room 230, on the second floor. The ADC is available Monday through Friday by appointment only. For questions or to make appointments, call 764-5607.
Controlled hunts for white-tailed deer will be conducted during non-duty hours on weekends and some Federal Holidays at Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Hunting is only available to active duty, retired military, Guard, Reserve, civil service personnel and their families. All persons interested in participating in the controlled hunting program must obtain a base hunting permit that will require a Virginia state license, hunter’s safety certificate and registration of all firearms with Security Forces. The following events take place during hunting season on Joint Base Langley-Eustis: ■ Firearm season (shotgun slug only) runs Nov. 15 to Jan. 3. To sign up, contact the volunteer hunt coordinator at Langleygw@aol.com, or the Civil Engineer Squadron Environmental Element Natural Resources section at 764- 1090.
Airmen are no longer able to wait till the last day of registration periods to request Military Tuition Assistance. Currently, Airmen can apply for Mil TA 60 days before the term’s start date, however, Mil TA requests will only be approved in the seven to 45-day period before the term’s start date. Neither the education centers nor the student will be able to create a Mil TA application if within seven days of the term’s start date. Students who enroll in and take courses with a school without approved Mil TA have obligated themselves for the cost of the courses. For more information, contact the Langley Education Center at 764-2962 or 633fss.fsde.eo@us.af.mil.
SAPR Office relocation The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office relocated to 120 Burrell Loop Road, located across from the Community Commons. For more information, contact Bernadette Hardy at 764-3359.
JBLE Club 357 is here to help Joint Base Langley-Eustis Club 357 is a networking group established to provide support and resources to single and dual military members to help them balance being successful military professionals and parents. The club offers group discussions, networking, and activates for families and parents. Meetings are held every fourth Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m. in the Community Commons. For more information, call Master Sgt. Nashira Stokes at 764-5411.
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Starting in November, Langley Lanes is offering the Air Force Worldwide Bowling Bowl to Win Program for Youth bowlers. The age categories are 5-9, 10-14, 15-18, and teens 18 years of age who are still in high school are eligible. All games must be bowled at Langley Lanes and cost is $2.00 per game. ■ Automatic bumpers have recently been installed on all 24 lanes. The bumpers will come up automatically for each designated youth bowler and return to normal position for the adult bowlers. ■ The King Pin Kafe’ offers you the opportunity to text in your food order to save some time in your busy schedules, simply text 775-6233 from your device and you will receive a text back with your order number. Our menu can be found at www.jbleforcesupport.com website in the Good Eats section. ■ The game room offers electronic darts with WiFi capabilities for those looking to have some fun or compete with your friends stationed elsewhere. Our pool tables are newly recovered and have the fastest surface to date. ■ The Pro Shop is a full service shop that can handle all your bowling equipment needs from bowling balls to wrist braces, and if we don’t have it in stock we can special order it for you.
633rd MDG volunteers The 633rd Medical Group members request volunteers to babysit Nov. 7, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at the Langley Chapel Annex during an official function. Any person 18 and older that can be cleared through a background check is eligible to babysit. For more information or to volunteer, contact Staff Sgt. Janna Ybarra at 764-4186.
Langley to host the 2014Technology Expo Langley is scheduled to host the Technology Exposition Dec. 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Langley Club. All military, civilian, and contractor personnel are invited to attend for free. More than 20 exhibitors will provide hands-on demonstrations of various technologies. For more information, contact Kristen Etzel at 443-561-2434
JBLE clubs events The following events are held at the Fort Eustis and Langley Club: ■ Breakfast with Santa – 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dec. 6, at the Fort Eustis Club. ■ Latin Night – 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., every Friday at the Fort Eustis Club, and 9 p.m. to 10 a.m. ■ Football Frenzy – The Langley Club will open at 12:30 p.m. every Sunday to allow patrons to watch NFL regular season games. A drawing of a special VIP package will take place each day. For more information, contact the Fort Eustis Club at 8785700, and the Langley Club at 766-1361.
Retiree ID update DBIDS Due to the implementation of the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) on Joint Base Langley-Eustis, retirees with ID cards issued before 2003 must report to the Military Personnel Section to have it replaced before January 1, 2015. Failure to replace the ID card will result in being directed to the Visitor Control Center to gain access to the installation. For more information, call 764-7770.
The Family Advocacy Program classes ■ Stress Management classes will be held from 11 a.m. to noon every second Tuesday of each month. ■ Mind over Mood classes will be held from 11 a.m. to noon every third Tuesday of each month. ■ Healthy Relationship Skills for Singles classes will be held from 11 a.m. noon every third Wednesday monthly. ■ A four-week Anger Management will begin every first Monday of the month. Participants must attend all four classes to receive credit. ■ Prenatal Fitness classes will be held from 1 to 3:30 p.m. every third Tuesday monthly. To sign-up, call 7646321. For more information contact Aillen Ford at 764-9581.
Street Clean up Volunteers are needed to help clean up the area around South Seldendale Drive from 3:30 to 5 p.m. For more information, contact Pat Parker at paparker1@cox.net.
Bundles for babies The Langley Airman and Family Readiness Center will host Bundles for Babies course from 3 to 4:30 p.m., every Wednesday of every other month. For more information or to sign-up, call 764-3990.
Langley Toastmasters meeting The Langley Toastmasters will meet at noon every second and fourth Wednesday of the month in the Community Commons. For additional information, please contact Senior Airman Marissa McNitt at 225-5610 or Staff Sgt. Shanell Howard at 225-7377.
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The Fireside Room at Eaglewood Golf Course and the Patio at the Pines Golf Course are available for reservaPrior to the first use of MilitaryTuition Assistance, Service tion. members are required to attend an initial TA briefing to enFor more information, call the Eaglewood Golf Course sure rules, roles and user responsibilities are clearly under- at 764-4547 or the Pines Golf Course at 878-2252. stood. Currently, the briefings are conducted on Fridays, except the last Friday of each month, at 9 a.m., in room 130 at Machen Elementary tutoring the Education Center. The briefings will be conducted each Machen Elementary School is asking for volunteers to Tuesday at 9 a.m. in room 123 at the Education Center. tutor students in math, reading and writing. Sessions will For more information, contact the Education Center at take place on Thursdays. For more information, contact ter764-2962 or 633fss.fsde.eo@us.af.mil. ry.yates@us.af.mil.
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EustisCommunity Summary court officer The summary court officer detailed to secure and make proper disposition of the personal effects of Lt. Col. Elizabeth S. Bobb is Maj. Roberto Nunez, U.S. ArmyTraining and Doctrine Command. Anyone having knowledge of money or property due to the deceased or has claims against the deceased’s estate, contact Maj. Nunez at 501-6544.
Summary court officer The summary court officer detailed to secure and make proper disposition of the personal effects of Lt. Col. Brian Kerns is Capt. Joseph Brown, U.S. Army ROTC at Old Dominion University. Anyone having knowledge of money or property due to the deceased or has claims against the deceased’s estate, contact Capt. Brown at 683-3670.
Holiday Card Lane Contest The 16th annual Holiday Card Lane Contest will take place Nov. 4 through Jan. 5, 2015 at theTransportation Museum’s fence on Washington Boulevard. All Fort Eustis units, agencies and private organizations are invited to submit entry cards that best symbolize the holiday season. This year’s theme is “Every Day is a Gift, Let’s Celebrate.” All cards must include the unit identifier and must be between 4’ x 4’ and 4’ x 8’ plywood. The back of the card must be covered in plastic, paint must be weather resistant, and flex ties must be used to attach cards to the fence. Entries can be placed on the fence from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the deadline for placing contest eligible entries is Dec. 9. Cards will be judged on community message, creativity, design, effort and originality. Judging will take place Dec. 10. Cards that have been placed in previous years may be displayed to show spirit, however those cards are not eligible to participate in this year’s contest. An awards ceremony is scheduled for 2 p.m. Dec. 12 at the museum’s auditorium. All cards must be removed from the fence Jan. 5, by close of business. For registration forms and more information, contact Liezel Bambao at 878-3119 or liezel.d.bambao.civ@mail. mil.
JBLE clubs events The following events are held at the Fort Eustis and Langley Club: ■ Breakfast with Santa – 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dec. 6, at the Fort Eustis Club. ■ Latin Night – 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., every Friday at the Fort Eustis Club. ■ Football Frenzy – The Langley Club will open at 12:30 p.m. every Sunday to allow patrons to watch NFL regular season games. A drawing of a special VIP package will take place each day. For more information, contact the Fort Eustis Club at 878-5700
Home buying and selling seminars The Fort Eustis Housing Referral Office will host a Home Buying Seminar from 5 to 7:30 p.m., Nov. 18 and a Home Selling Seminar from 5 to 7:30 p.m., Nov. 20. Both sem-
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Submit Eustis Community announcements to pw@militarynews.com inars will take place at the Soldier Support Center at 650 Army Community Service Monroe Ave. Industry speakers will include a realtor, mortArmy Community Service classes and workshops for gage lender, attorney and home inspector. The free semi- November will include: ■ Advanced Individual Training Spouses Welcome nars are open to active-duty U.S. military members, retirees, reservists, National Guard and their family members. Reception – 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. or 6 to 7 p.m., Nov. 25. ■ AIT Students and Spouses Information Fair – 9:30 To register, call 878-5579/5687 at least three business to 10:30 a.m. or 6 to 7 p.m., Nov. 25. Children are weldays prior to attending the seminar of your choice. come. Family Advocacy Program ■ Army Family Team Building: Military Knowledge – The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Family Advocacy Program 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Nov. 12-14. Registration is required. is offering the following classes at 2115 Pershing Ave. ■ Baby and Me Play Group – 10 to 11 a.m. on Thurs■ Anger Awareness, Stress Management, Conflict days at 501 Madison Ave. ■ Briefer Trainer Course – 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 7. Resolution, and Relaxation – All classes are available Registration is required. upon request. ■ Dads: The Basics – 9 a.m. to noon, Nov. 6 and 13. ■ Credit Reporting, Scores and Debt Management – New and expecting fathers can learn what to expect when 9 to 10 a.m., Nov. 4 and 18. ■ Developing Your Financial Plan – 9 to 10 a.m., Nov. “she’s expecting,” how to soothe a crying baby and where 25. to get help when needed. ■ FamilyAdvocacy Safety Education Seminar – 9 a.m. ■ Effective Resume Writing – 9 a.m. to noon, Nov. 20. to noon, Nov. 14. FASES explores the dynamics of domes■ Federal Employment – 10 a.m. to noon, Nov. 21. tic violence and child abuse. The seminar includes informa■ Financial Readiness Training – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 tion about who is at risk, which resources are available and p.m., Nov. 21. the tools needed to maintain a healthy relationship. ■ Installation Volunteer Orientation – 10 to 11 a.m., Nov. 4. Fort Eustis college counselors to change ■ Managing Your Checking Account – 8:30 to 9:30 operations a.m., Nov. 21. The Fort Eustis Education Center college counselors will ■ Play Mornings Play Group – 10 to 11:30 a.m. on be appointment only on Mondays and Fridays only, ending Wednesdays at 1102 Pershing Ave. at 4 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays will con■ Spouse Resilience Training – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Nov. tinue to be walk ins on a first come first serve basis. For 17-20. Registration is required. more information, contact the Herb Bateman Army Educa■ Stitchers and Fiber Arts Club – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., tion Center at 878-2083. Nov. 24. Unless otherwise noted, classes and briefings will take NAF Open Season place in Bldg. 650, Monroe Ave. For more information, call The 2014 Open Season for federal appropriated fund 878-3638. employees will take place Nov. 10 through Dec. 8. During this period, eligible employees can enroll or make chang- Veterans Day weekend rental specials es to their health benefits, flexible spending accounts, The 733rd Force Support Division warehouse is offerand dental and vision insurance programs. The 2015 feder- ing Veterans Day weekend rental specials at 1607 Patch al employees’ health benefits premium rates are available Road. Department of Defense cardholders are offered a at www.opm.gov/insure/health/rates/index.asp. For more one-day rental fee for items picked up from 7:30 a.m. to information and additional resource materials, visit www. 2:30 p.m., Nov. 7 and returned by 11 a.m., Nov. 12. Rentopm.gov. To enroll in the Flexible Spending Program, em- al items include tables, chairs, canopies, trash cans and ployees can visit http://www.fsafeds.com or call (877) 372- bounce houses. Bounce houses require a $25 nonrefund3337 toll-free. Enrollments do not carry forward from year able deposit which is credited toward the rental cost at to year and current participants must re-enroll for 2015. pick up time. For prices, photos and directions, visit http:// jble.newforcesupport.com. Exchange extended holiday return policy For more information, call 878-2002. To make gift-giving easier, the Army and Air Force Exchange Service is extending the return policy for items pur- Experienced Riders Course chased between Nov. 1 and Dec. 24.The JBLE Exchange’s Fort Eustis will host a free Experienced Riders Course holiday return and exchange policy offers extended terms (BRC-2) course, required for all active-duty military personthrough Jan. 31, 2015. Refunds with sales receipts will be nel who own or operate a cruiser-type motorcycle, from 8 processed as matching forms of payment. Customers re- a.m. to 5 p.m., Sept. 24, Oct. 8 and 29 and Nov. 12 at turning items without sales receipts will receive Exchange TA14 A, 3300 Wilson Ave. Military members are required gift cards. Items purchased online at shopmyexchange. to complete the advanced course no later than one year com can also be returned to JBLE Exchanges. after completing the Basic Riders Course, and at least evFor more information, visit the customer service desk at ery five years thereafter. the Exchange. For more information, contact the 633rd Air Base Wing Safety Office at 764-5058.
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The York County Beautification Committee invites Langley Air Force Base to the Virginia Peninsula Clean Business Forum, Nov. 12 at 8:30 a.m. at the Freight Shed at Riverwalk Landing at 331 Water Street, Yorktown, Virginia. Participants need to register by Nov. 7 and the cost to attend is $12. The forum’s purpose is to promote environmental improvements in the business communities. For more information, call Debbie Blanton at 727-1130.
The College of William and Mary’s Mason School of Business will host a Veterans Writing Project seminar from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 8-9 at 101 Ukrop Way in Williamsburg. The event is free and open to veterans. Attendees will learn how to write about their unique military experiences. Upon completion of the seminar, participants will be eligible to join the Hampton Roads Veterans Writing Group, publish pieces in the official literary journal and read their work at the Center for Veterans Engagement’s Peninsula Agency on Aging needs volunteers public performances. To register, visit http://www.wmThe Peninsula Agency on Aging needs volunteers to vwp.com/vwp-11-14. help deliver noontime meals to homebound senior citFor more information, email sjpressler@email.wm.edu. izens in Newport News. Volunteers are needed in the Southeastern and Mid-town area of Newport News Mon- Yorktown Holiday Open House dya through Friday. Volunteers can choose how often they The open house will be held Nov. 8-9 in Historic Yorkwould like to deliver. town. Activities include special discounts, giveaways, artFor more information, call 873-0541 or e-mail nutri- ists’ demonstrations, strolling entertainment and Santa tion2@paainc.org. and Mrs. Claus. Yorktown Market Days will also be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oakland Cemetery needs volunteers For more information, visit www.visityorktown.org. Oakland Cemetery is currently searching for volunteers willing to adopt the cemetery and help keep it clean and Free Admission to Colonial Williamsburg Colonial Williamsburg is offering free admission tickneat on a long-term basis. Some of the initial work will involve moving branches and matching headstones with ets Nov. 8 to 11 to active-duty military, National Guard, Reserves, military retirees and veterans and their deburial. For more information, contact Debbie at hccc@hamp- pendents. The ticket provides free admission to Colonial Williamsburg exhibition sites, art museums and many ton.gov.
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daytime programs. Tickets also include free parking at the Visitor Center, a showing of “Williamsburg – The Story of a Patriot,” and complimentary use of the shuttle buses. Dependents and Service members need valid identification. Military veterans who separated honorably before retirement can present a copy of their DD Form 214. Free tickets are available at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center and on-site ticket sales locations. For more information, visit www.colonialwilliamsburg. com or call (800) 447-8679.
Virginia Living Museum Oyster Roast The Virginia Living Museum’s third annual “Awww Shucks! Oyster Roast” will be held from 3 to 7 p.m., Nov. 15 at 524 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard in Newport News.The event features all-you-can-eat seafood, beverages, dessert and a cash bar. Attendees must be ages 21 and older. Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 beginning Nov. 10. To purchase tickets, call 534-7479 or visit www.thevlm.org.
VASC Space Blast party The Virginia Air and Space Center will host a Space Blast party from 7 to 11 p.m., Nov. 15 at 600 Settlers Landing Road. This 1960s-themed event is open to ages 21 and older and features a meet-and-greet with astronaut Fred Haise, live entertainment, adult beverages and hors d’oeuvres. Admission is $25 per person. To purchase tickets, visit www.vasc.org or call 727-0900, ext. 703.
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