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As the leaves begin falling from the trees, and a brisk chill fills the air, U.S. Service members begin preparation for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. Through the holiday season, it is important to take into consideration all hazards that may occur during this busy time of year.
Traffic safety Thanksgiving is known as the most travelled holiday, and with that comes a need for heightened sense of situational awareness and preparation for U.S. Service members. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, during the 6-day Thanksgiving travel period, the number of long-distance trips, to and from a ¬destination 50 miles away or more, and increases by 54 percent. With more people on the road, distraction can be costly to those in and outside the car, which is why the safety representatives assigned to the 633rd Air Base Wing (ABW) Safety Office urge Service members to use extra caution during the holiday season. “We encourage drivers to use their wingman or passengers to respond to text messages, change the radio or adjust the GPS,” said U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Oliver Missick, a safety representative with the 633rd ABW Safety Office. “By planning ahead, [Service members] won’t have to worry about last minute changes in route or travel dates.” Distracted driving is only half the battle. Other factors are also imperative to safety, including wearing a seatbelt and getting proper rest. The safety office also encourages Service members to be cognizant of weather, traffic and alternate routes. “While it is mandatory for Airmen under the age of 26 to fill out Form 4392, I encourage all Airmen to complete it,” said Missick. “By completing this form, Service members are implementing a pre-made plan that they
can follow and be accountable for.” The Army-implemented Travel Risk Planning System is another way for Service members to plan their trip, step-by-step. This tool calculates travel routes, distances and risks associated with the desired route. Service members can also follow safety tips from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to ensure a safe drive: Q Inspect tires to avoid a blowout and to ensure proper grip in inclement weather. Make sure each tire is filled to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended inflation pressure. Don’t forget to check spare tires to ensure it is properly inflated. Q Make sure windshield wipers work and, if necessary, replace worn blades and completely fill vehicle’s windshield wiper fluid reservoir. Q Check to see the cars that are under a recall. Enter a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) into NHTSA’s free online search tool to find out. If the results show a recall, take action by calling the appropriate manufacturers. Ask for interim steps to take to stay safe before getting the fix. Q Plan travel and routes by checking the weather, road conditions and traffic. Leave early, if necessary, and allow plenty of time to safely get to a destination. Q Carry items in a vehicle that may prove useful in the event of an emergency, including: snow shovel, broom, ice scraper, jumper cables, flashlight, flares or emergency markers, blankets, mobile phone with charger, water, food, and any necessary medicine.
Kitchen safety According to the National Fire Protection Association, Thanksgiving is the peak day for cooking fires, and in 2013, the holiday was the leading date for cooking fires, with 1,550. To mitigate the risk of household fires, the NFPA recommends the following tips: Q Stay in the kitchen when cooking on the stovetop. Q Stay in the home when cooking a
turkey and check on it frequently. Q Keep children away from the stove. If the stove is hot, kids should stay 3 feet away. Q Make sure kids stay away from hot food and liquids. The steam or splash from vegetables, gravy or coffee could cause serious burns. · Keep the floor clear to avoid tripping hazards. Q Keep knives out of the reach of children. Q Be sure electric cords from an electric knife, coffee maker, plate warmer or mixer are not dangling off the counter within easy reach of a child. Q Keep matches and utility lighters out of reach of children. Q Never leave children alone in room with a lit candle. Q Make sure smoke alarms are working. Test them by pushing the test button. Along with the NFPA’s tips, the JBLE Safety Office suggests Service members ensure they aren’t using multiple extension cords and leaving the kitchen unattended while cooking. “Electrical safety is important while cooking,” said Missick. “Making sure cords aren’t pinched by doors, split or cut is key to ensure a safe holiday at home.” The main goal of the safety office and the NFPA is to prevent injuries and deaths associated with Thanksgiving cooking. Unattended cooking is the leading cause in cooking fires and fire deaths, with cooking equipment being the third leading cause of death. “The safety office’s main goal is to have 100 percent accountability as well as ensuring everyone returns to work in one piece,” said Missick. “The winter holidays are an exciting time of year. To help ensure a safe and happy holiday season, consider that the safest risk is the one you don’t take; make safety a life style, not a PowerPoint.” For more information or tips on Thanksgiving safety, contact the JBLE Safety Office at 501-8230.
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While titled the Spouses’ Club of Fort Eustis, its members aim to serve more than a singular part of the Fort Eustis, Virginia, military family by fostering friendship, service and support. Through the club’s various programs and events, it not only acts as a liaison in helping military families build bonds with one another and find resources, but it also funds base programs and opportunities such as military scholarships, grants and installation morale and wellness activities. “The club acts as that first place to meet, and find out about where to get support throughout the installation,” said Candice Cartwright, SCFE president. “You’ll learn where and what the Army Community Service center and the Morale Welfare and Readiness are, and you’ll make those connections with other people and not feel so alone.”
“The club acts as that first place to meet, and find out about where to get support throughout the installation.” — Candice Cartwright SCFE president
By gaining membership, which any Service member and family member can do for $20 per active member, participants receive not only community bonds, but access to unlimited SCFE activity clubs, free or reduced fees at special SCFE events, admittance to monthly socials, eligibility for opportunity drawings, member business advertising and event opportunities, volunteer opportunities, eligibility to hold elected or appointed SCFE office, SCFE voting rights, admittance to general membership meetings and eligibility for miniclub leadership positions. According to Cartwright, the $20 due
assists in covering the fees and expenses associated with maintaining a private organization, the monthly costs of hosting themed social events and any philanthropic ventures by the SCFE organization. Some activities and services members can specifically benefit from include: Q Monthly luncheons on the third Thursday of every month at the Fort Eustis Club, unless otherwise listed. These lunches are also open to all Service members, who can chose to attend the entire program or stop by for a quick visit at the dine-and-dash table. Q The annual Warrior Run, which brings the community together in support of friends and families of fallen Service members. Q The SFCE Whistle Stop Thrift store, which is located at the MWR satellite building, and is open Tuesday, Wednesday and the third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Funds raised from the shop go toward military grants and scholarships as well as SFCE support programs and events. Q Child care services Q Activity clubs within the group such as a book club and child play groups Q Monthly events can also be found at http://www.scfeva.com/member-socials.html. “We try to develop something for everyone and if someone brings something to our attention we work to develop it within our support system,” said Cartwright. “There’s a little bit of everything for everybody.” For Cartwright, each event or service the club provides has the potential to help military families of all ranks, or whether Fort Eustis is their first or last duty station. “In the spouses club we’re all the same,” said Cartwright. “It’s a common ground where rank doesn’t come into play, and there are no other military barriers. When, you come to the luncheons for instance, and find other spouses with shared challenges and you develop bonds and create a network of support.” For more information on the club’s services, membership and volunteer opportunities, visit http://www.scfeva. com.html.
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Kasey Gore, a cashier with the Whistle Stop thrift store, assists Susana Hernandez with her purchases at Fort Eustis, Va., Nov. 17, 2015.The Whistle Stop is operated by the Spouses’ Club of Fort Eustis, and its proceeds go toward creating and supporting community events and programs.
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Native American dancers perform at the National American Indian Heritage Month ceremony at Fort Eustis, Va., Nov. 4, 2015.The ceremony included guest speakers, performances and an overview of the month’s theme: “Growing Native Leaders: Enhancing Seven Generations.”
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Nearly 30 million people in the United States have diabetes; however, one in four Americans doesn’t know they have it, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. In addition, another 86 million adults in the U.S. are at high risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Life with diabetes has greatly improved in the last 20 years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and in an effort to continue to raise mindfulness of risk factors and living with diabetes; November is recognized as National Diabetes Awareness Month.
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Why does diabetes matter? With diabetes comes the increased possibility of developing serious health complications including heart disease, stroke, blindness, kidney disease and amputations. The first step to preventing diabetes is to know the associated risk factors. The CDC offered the following list of dynamics which may increase the likelihood of developing the disease: Q Being overweight or obese. Q Having an immediate family member with diabetes. Q Being African American, American Indian, Asian American, Pacific Islander or Hispanic American/Latino. Q Having a history of gestational diabetes or giving birth to at least one baby weighing over nine pounds. Q Having high blood pressure measuring 140/90 or higher. Q Having abnormal cholesterol with HDL (“good”) cholesterol is 35 or lower, or triglyceride level is 250 or higher. Q Exercising fewer than three times a week.
According to the CDC, there are three main types of Prevention diabetes: Type 1, Type 2 and gestational (diabetes while pregnant). With Type 1 diabetes, a person’s body cannot make insulin, requiring the person to take insulin on a daily basis. Someone with Type 2 diabetes is unable to use insulin well and cannot keep blood sugar at normal levels. Type 2 is more common and affects nine out of 10 individuals with the disease.
Whether diagnosed with the disease or hoping to prevent the onset of Type 2 and gestational diabetes, individuals should take the following tips into consideration. Currently, there is no known prevention for Type 1. “It’s really the most basic lifestyle choices that help prevent diabetes,” said U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Denys Flores, a registered nurse assigned to the 633rd Inpatient Squad-
ron. “Exercising, drinking fluids, eating healthy and being educated on the disease are important starting points.” Daily: Stay active, eat healthy and take prescribed medication. If already diagnosed with diabetes, check feet for redness, swelling, pain or sores. Each healthcare appointment (at least four times a year for those diagnosed): Request a blood pressure and foot check. Twice a year: Request an A1C test, which measures average blood sugar over two to three months; and a dental checkup. Once a year: Request a cholesterol test; kidney function test; podiatrist and optometrist visits; and doctorrecommended vaccines including the flu shot. The CDC-led National Diabetes Prevention Program can also assist individuals with implementing healthier lifestyles needed to prevent and manage the disease.
Join in on the fight. Take action by hosting a cooking demonstration featuring diabetes-friendly recipes; encourage friends, family and coworkers to get active; or tweet about the disease using #diabetes. Spreading awareness of diabetes prevention and maintenance helps make a difference in the world. For more information about diabetes, visit the American Diabetes Association.
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‘Adopt an Airman’ program kicks off for holiday season by Staff Sgt. Ciara Gosier 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
U.S. Airmen and families from the local area gathered during a reception for the “Adopt an Airman” program at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, Nov. 16, 2015. The program, which aims to strengthen the bonds between the military and Hampton Roads communities, pairs first-term Airmen with local families who will provide a “home away from home,” giving Airmen support from the community. “It’s great to see everyone here to build a relationship between the city and Langley,” said U.S. Air Force Col. Caroline Miller, the commander of the 633rd Air Base Wing. During the reception, the Airmen and families had the opportunity to meet for the first time and put a face with a name. “We want [these Airmen] to know Hampton appreciates their service and is behind them 100 percent,” said Bruce Sturk, the director of the Hampton Federal Facilities Support. “They may be serving far away from home, so we want to give them a sense of home away from home in the Hampton community.” For many of the Airmen this gives them the chance to get into the community and meet people during the holiday season, which will hopefully, last for years to come. For more information on the program visit www. hampton.gov/mac/adopt.
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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Shannon, a geospatial intelligence analyst assigned to the 45th Intelligence Squadron, Robin Bledsoe, left and Mayor of Hampton George Wallace, speak during the “Adopt and Airman” program reception at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Nov. 16, 2015. During the function, the Airmen and families met for the first time to put a face with a name.
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Messages in Magic Alisa Deuermeyer, volunteer at Joint Base LangleyEustis, Va., laughs as U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Scott Fridinger, additional duty first sergeant assigned to the Air Combat Command Communications Support Squadron, performs a card trick at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Oct. 21, 2015. As the acting first sergeant, Fridinger said he finds his magic beneficial to build rapport with the Airmen he oversees, while enhancing their morale.
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Messages in magic: First sergeant reaches Airmen, veterans through tricks by Senior Airman Aubrey White 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
With every flip of his cards, U.S. Airmen’s eyes light up like children witnessing phenomena for the first time. The Airmen don’t know whether they feel astonished, inquisitive, or a mixture of those emotions, but what they do know is they want to see more. From a distance, U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Scott Fridinger, Air Combat Command Communications Support Squadron, looks like any other senior noncommissioned officer; his uniform is in order, military-issued black glasses frame his
eyes, his hair trimmed with precision. But what makes him unique is what he carries in his briefcase and how he uses its’ contents to connect with those he encounters every day. “I can’t sing, I have no rhythm, I have no musical talent - no talents whatsoever, so why not do magic?” the magician said jokingly. “When you do the tricks, people always say, ‘how do you do that?’ but you don’t really want to know because it ruins it.” Fridinger began practicing magic after a high school trip to New York where SEE MAGIC PAGE 7
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Scott Fridinger, additional duty first sergeant assigned to the Air Combat Command Communications Support Squadron, performs a card wave at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Oct. 21, 2015. During his off-time, Fridinger teaches magic to children and performs shows.
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MAGIC FROM PAGE 6 he visited a magic shop. Not until after years of mastering his craft, and with a lot of encouragement from his wife, did the magician think of expanding his capabilities. “When I met [my wife] I had a briefcase full of card tricks and she was like, ‘Why don’t you do more with that?’,” Fridinger recalled. “Now I have a room full of magic tricks, I have magic stuff in my car; I’m always prepared to do something.” While he’s not teaching magic classes to children or entertaining the four children of his own, Fridinger, who currently serves as his squadron’s additional duty first sergeant, said his magic also allows him to reach Airmen from a more amusing approach. “Most of them love it,” he said of his coworkers. “I would love to see all the SNCOs do an open show for the Airmen in the dorms. From my perspective, magic builds that personable authority where they trust you and they like you so they want to come to you with their problems. The Airmen will see their leaders as
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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Scott Fridinger, additional duty first sergeant assigned to the Air Combat Command Communications Support Squadron, displays a royal flush at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Oct. 21, 2015. Fridinger started learning the art of magic while in high school and it quickly became his passion due to the ability to connect with other people in a more “unique” setting.
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Approximately 25 U.S. Army Soldiers from the Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Alpha Company Warrior Transition Unit strapped into wheelchairs prior to playing basketball as part of Warrior Care Month event at Fort Eustis, Virginia, Nov. 13, 2015. As part of recognizing the month, the JBLE WTU held numerous events highlighting this year’s theme, “Show of Strength,” in which wounded, ill and injured Soldiers learned how to show their strength through recovery, reconditioning, reintegration and remaining strong. According to the Warrior Transition Command, the WTU’s goal is to provide personalized support to wounded, ill and injured Soldiers who require at least six months of rehabilitative care and complex medical management to transition back to Army or civilian status. “[These] Soldiers demonstrate the true strength of our Army throughout the recovery and transition process,” said U.S. Army Col. Chris Toner, the commander of the Warrior Transition Command. “Their physical and emotional strength as they move forward with the next stage of their lives embodies the resilience of all Soldiers. Our Warrior Care and Transition Program gives them the foundation and tools to harness that strength and fortitude into the achievement of their goals.” While the Soldiers playing wheelchair basketball didn’t need wheelchairs, they pushed their wheels to practice the flex-
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JBLE volunteers give more than just time by Alisa Deuermeyer 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
As military installations across the country face budget constraints and need to do more with less, Joint Base LangleyEustis, Virginia, has a very important wingman to help accomplish the mission, while saving money: the volunteer. Last year, over 2,000 volunteers donated more than 130,000 hours of their personal time, contributing to nearly $3.25 million in savings for JBLE. With 2015 coming to a close, volunteers from teenagers to retirees are once again on track to save the base approximately the same amount of money - more than $1 million at Langley and $2 million at Fort Eustis. Across JBLE, volunteers help make a difference at USAF Hospital Langley, Airman’s Attic, JBLE Tax Center, the
USO, McDonald Army Health Center, Child Youth Services, Auto Craft Shop, McClellan Fitness Center, Groninger Library and other units on base. According to Judy Theosodakis, Langley American Red Cross Chairman of Volunteers, who retired from the Air Force after more than 20 years of service and has been volunteering with the American Red Cross for almost 30 years, more than 90 percent of Red Cross volunteers on base are placed in the hospital. While many volunteers help in various clinics providing administrative support or answering questions at the information desk, those with a medical background and a current license on file are allowed to volunteer in their area of specialty to maintain their proficiency. “We have people who want to keep up their skills and they might not necessarily want to have a job, so in order to
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keep those skills, they volunteer,” said Theosodakis. Theosodakis said she started her Red Cross career as a volunteer in the women’s health clinic, putting together new obstetrics folders, something one of the technicians would have had to do if not for her or another volunteer. Theosodakis believes volunteers play an important role providing continuity because of the transiency of military members. “Doing the basic administrative tasks anyone can do allows the people with medical skills to actually use them,” she said. According to Peter Lamberti, Community Readiness Consultant at the Langley Airman and Family Readiness Center and an U.S. Army veteran, the U.S. Air Force has a history of volunteerism. “It’s kind of like a tradition,” he said. “Air Force members and their families volunteer to make the organizations better. A lot of people who have gotten something through their relationship with the Air Force want to give something back.” But it’s not just stay-at-home moms,
former professionals or veterans who donate their time. The American Red Cross offers a Youth Program that places teenagers as young as 13 years old in volunteer positions at the hospital and other locations on base. Whether looking for community service hours or just a way to give back, the program provides valuable skills for the youth, said Theosodakis. “Learning to show up on time and dress the proper way, and dealing with other people, just learning those skills will get you a long way in the world,” said Theosodakis. While volunteers help support the JBLE community and save the base money, they also contribute to the atmosphere of the base’s many units. “It makes for a nicer environment,” said Theosodakis. “Everybody’s in a better mood if they’ve got more help. I think in general that just increases the happiness quotient on base.” For more information on volunteer opportunities, contact the Langley Airman & Family Readiness Center at 7643990 or the Army Community Service at 878-3638.
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LAFBCommunity Super Hero Night Youth Programs presents Super Hero Night Nov. 21 from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Langley Club. Enjoy family fun, food, music and dancing while dressed as a super hero. There will be a free toy giveaway. For more information, call 225-2605.
Armed Services Blood Program Blood Drive The ASBP will host a blood drive Dec. 8 at the Community Commons from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. All blood types are needed; especially O negative and AB types, and donations support deployed Airmen and hospital patients. For more information, visit militaryblood.dod.mil; contact Ralph Peters at ralph.peters.civ@mail.mil, or call 9531686.
Langley Chapel Advent Christian Meditation During the season of Advent, the Langley Chapel Community will offer three opportunities for Advent Christian Meditation services on Dec. 4, 11, and 18 in the Langley Chapel, led by Chap. (Lt. Col.) Blice-Baum. These meditation services are open to all members of the JBLE community as a spiritual way to prepare for Christmas. The service, based on the practice of the World Community for Christian Meditation founded by Father John Main (www.wccm-usa.org), consists of a greeting and opening prayer, a scripture passage, a brief teaching, a guided meditation and closing prayer. This practice of “apophatic” prayer (from the Greek, “without form or images”) from the Church’s contemplative tradition is the practice of silent prayer without words that invites a deeper spiritual connection. For more information, contact BliceBaum at 633abw.hc@us.af.mil.
Operation Warmheart needs volunteers The First Sergeants Council is looking for volunteers to collect donations at the Base Exchange for Operation Warmheart. For more information about shifts or to signup, contact Master Sgt. Buford at 764-5057, Tech. Sgt. Leslie Hunter at 764-3277 or Staff Sgt. Geoffery Stirrup at 225-6560.
Yoga for Resiliency – From the Mat to Mission Enhance the mental, physical, social and spiritual Comprehensive Airmen Fitness domains with Yoga for Resiliency Mondays from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the ACC Fitness Center 2nd floor Aerobics Room. Build flexibility, strength and balance. No experience necessary. This is collaboration with the Langley Chapel and Health Promotions. For more information, please contact the Langley Chapel at 633abw.hc@us.af.mil.
Mindfulness meditation group Learn the practice of Mindfulness Meditation to be present, pay attention and be mindfully aware in daily life every Tuesday, starting from 11:30 a.m. to noon, at the Langley Hospital Chapel on the first floor. Benefits of the class include increased awareness, stress relief, improved coping skills and much more. Mindful Meditation
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Life lessons over lunch workplace study Join the new Life Lessons over Lunch the first and third Thursdays of the month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the 633rd Mission Support Group Conference Room. The Langley Chapel offers this marketplace initiative where participants meet on a regular basis to view a DVD message over lunch. Life Lessons provides a unique opportunity for participants to enter an environment in the workplace where they can consider relevant insights around personal and professional challenges. The principles are presented from a biblical perspective but are non-denominational and open to all active-duty U.S. Service members. A free lunch will be provided. For more information, contact the Langley Chapel at 633abw.hc@us.af.mil.
Military Child of the Year nominations Through Dec. 11, 2015, the national nonprofit Operation Homefront will accept nominations for the 2016 Military Child of the Year® awards, which will be presented at a recognition gala April 14, in the nation’s capital. The eighth annual awards will recognize six outstanding young people ages 8 to 18 to represent the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and National Guard for their scholarship, volunteerism, leadership, extracurricular involvement and other criteria while facing the challenges of military family life. The six awardees will receive $10,000 each, will receive a laptop computer and other donated gifts, and will be flown with a parent or guardian to Washington, D.C., for the gala, during which senior leaders of each branch of service will present the awards. For more information about the Military Child of the Year® nomination process, visit www.militarychildoftheyear.org.
Air Force Cycling Team The Air Force Cycling Team is looking for cyclists interested in representing the USAF during their 2016 season. The team participates in the Tour de Cure, the Air Force Cycling Classic, and the 500-mile RAGBRAI tour across Iowa. For more information and eligibility requirements, contact Chief Master Sgt. Mark Wilder at mark.wilder@ us.af.mil or 225-4273; or contact Tech. Sgt. Aaron Kirby at aaron.kirby@us.af.mil or 764-4620.
Shellbank open 24/7 for active-duty only The Shellbank Fitness Center is now open 24/7 for active-duty military members. To utilize the fitness center during unmanned hours, active-duty Service members must attend a 24/7 Fitness Orientation Class briefing. For more information, contact Staff Sgt. Ashley Glass at 2258165.
JBLE CAC/ID Customer Service Hours: LANGLEY Q Walk-in Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
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day: 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Commercial: 765-2270 Fax: 764-4683 45 Nealy Ave, Bldg. 15 Wing A, Suite 114, Hampton, VA 23665 EUSTIS Q Walk-in Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Q Appointments: Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Q CAC Only Hours: Monday – Tuesday, Thursday – Friday : 8 – 9:30 a.m. Commercial: 878-0948 Fax: 878-0942 650 Monroe Ave, Room 123, Fort Eustis, VA 23604 Anyone interested in scheduling an appointment can do so by accessing the RAPIDS Site Locator at the following links: Langley: https://rapids-appointments.dmdc.osd.mil/appointment/building.aspx?BuildingId=573. Eustis: https://rapids-appointments.dmdc.osd.mil/appointment/building.aspx?BuildingId=228. Additionally, there are several ID Card Issuance Offices located across the Hampton Roads Region. Use the following link to search for locations nearest you. https:// rapidsppointments.dmdc.osd.mil/appointment/default. aspx. Sponsors who need dependent ID cards reissued may complete in advance the DD Form 1172-2 and have it available for family members to be seen at an appointment or during walk-in hours.
Do you know your Special Victims’ Counsel at JBLE? The Special Victims’ Counsel at Joint Base Langley Eustis provides confidential legal advice and assistance, advocates the voice and choice for sexual assault victims and protects the rights and privacy interests of SAV, among other services. For more information or to reach the SVU, contact the SVU office at 225-1629.
JBLE Family Child Care Program The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Family Child Care Program is looking for child care providers. They are searching for those interested in a professional, portable career that will allow those to stay at home and run a home-based business. The program is available for children ages two weeks to 12 years old. Child care providers must be at least 18 years old be able to read and speak English, be in good health, and willing to undergo a background check. The FCC will provide training and materials to get your business started. Training may include First Aid, CPR, health, safety, developmentally appropriate practices and child guidance. All individuals providing child care in their home for more than 10 hours a week must be licensed. For more information, contact Romona Butler at Fort Eustis at 878-5584/5726 or Joanne Reddick at Langley Air Force Base at 764-3585/2835.
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EustisCommunity Summary Court Officer Capt. Christopher Quinlan, 128th Aviation Brigade, is detailed as the Summary Court Officer to secure and make proper disposition of the personal effects of Maj. Scott A. Daniel. Anyone having knowledge of money or property due to deceased or has claims against the deceased estate should contact Quinlan at (757) 303-8303.
Aquatic Center ‘Explorer Swim Party’ The Fort Eustis Aquatic Center presents the “Explorer Swim Party” from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., Nov. 21, at 641 Tyler Ave. A meet and greet will take place from 3 to 4 p.m. Activities will include swimming, goodies, giveaways and door prizes. The cost is $2 for active duty personnel and their dependents, and $3 for retirees, Department of Defense employees and civilians. For more information, call 878-1090.
Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony The Senior Commander Army Element, Fort Eustis will host the annual HolidayTree Lighting Ceremony at 5 p.m., Dec. 4, at Seay Plaza. The event features caroling, makeand-take crafts, Santa and Mrs. Claus and refreshments. The inclement weather site is Wylie Theater at 705 Washington Blvd. For more information, call 878-6880.
Trees for Troops event The Fort Eustis Trees for Troops event will take place at 9 a.m., Dec. 4, at the covered pavilion on Schultz Place, next to the Army Reserve Center at 1034 24th St. Free Christmas trees will be given to active-duty personnel and their family members on a first-come, first-serve basis. All participants must present valid identification. Personnel will be present to help anyone needing assistance. For more information, call 878-1718.
Technology Expo The 93rd Signal Brigade will host a Technology Expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dec. 9, at the Fort Eustis Club. More than 20 exhibitors will provide hands-on demonstrations of the latest technologies. The event is free and open to all military, civilian and contractor personnel. Light refreshments and giveaways will be available while supplies last. For more information, visit www.federalevents.com
MCAHC controlled medication refills The McDonald Army Health Center’s Refill Pharmacy is now offering controlled prescription medication refills for pick up. All refills called into the Refill Pharmacy will be ready for pick up in two business days. For more information, call 878-2539.
Warrior Care Month events In honor of Warrior Care Month, the JBLE Warrior Transition Unit will host commemorative events at Fort Eustis throughout November. This year’s theme is “Show of Strength.” The Warrior Care and Transition Program raises awareness and demonstrates the strength and resilience of wounded, ill and in-
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Submit Eustis Community announcements to pw@militarynews.com jured Soldiers. Activities will include a health fair, bike rides, Sports Day, reintegration classes, WTU Open House and more. For a detailed schedule, visit http:// mcdonald.nrmc.amedd.army.mil/AboutUs/SitePages/ Press%20Center.aspx. For more information, call 3147500, ext. 5033.
Federal employee benefits open season The 2015 federal employee benefits open season runs through Dec. 14. During this period, eligible employees can enroll or make changes to their health benefits (FEHB), flexible spending accounts (FSAFEDS), and dental and vision insurance programs (FEDVIP). For more information and additional resource materials, visit http://www.opm.gov/insure. Army employees can access the Army Benefits Center-Civilian webpage at https://www.abc.army.mil or call the toll free number at (877) 276-9287. Air Force-serviced employees can submit health benefits enrollments or changes via the Employee Benefits Information System (EBIS) web application. Dental and vision insurance information is available at www.BENEFEDS.com. For more information, Army employees can contact Nicolas Graham at the Civilian Employee Advisory Center at 878-2538. Air Force employees can contact Connie Stokes at the 633rd Force Support Squadron Personnel office at 878-0660.
Fort Eustis Retirement Ceremony The 733rd Mission Support Group will host the Fort Eustis Retirement Ceremony at 10 a.m., Nov. 20, to honor retiring participants for their service to our country. The ceremony will take place at Wylie Theater at 705 Washington Blvd. For more information, call 878-6880.
Holiday Card Lane Contest The 17th annual Holiday Card Lane Contest will take place through Jan. 4, 2015, at the Transportation 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 “A Holiday Salute to Troops & Families.” All cards must include the unit identifier and measurements 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., starting Nov. 27. Entrees must be in place no later than Dec. 9 for contest eligibility. Cards will be judged on community message, creativity, design, effort and originality. 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 1 p.m., Dec. 18, at the museum’s auditorium. All cards must be removed from the fence Jan. 4, by close of business. For registration forms and more information, contact Liezel Bambao at 878-3119 or liezel.d.bambao.civ@mail.mil.
Army Community Service classes Financial Readiness Training – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Nov. 20. Developing Your Financial Plan – 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Nov. 24. Federal Employment – 10 a.m. to noon, Nov. 24. Play Mornings Play Group – 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays at 1102 Pershing Ave. To register and for more information, call 878-3638. Unless otherwise noted, classes and briefings will take place in Bldg. 650, Monroe Ave.
Military Child of the Year nominations Through Dec. 11, 2015, the national nonprofit Operation Homefront will accept nominations for the 2016 Military Child of the Year® awards, which will be presented at a recognition gala April 14, in the nation’s capital. The eighth annual awards will recognize six outstanding young people ages 8 to 18 to represent the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and National Guard for their scholarship, volunteerism, leadership, extracurricular involvement and other criteria while facing the challenges of military family life. The six awardees will receive $10,000 each, will receive a laptop computer and other donated gifts, and will be flown with a parent or guardian to Washington, D.C., for the gala, during which senior leaders of each branch of service will present the awards. For more information about the Military Child of the Year® nomination process, visit www.militarychildoftheyear.org.
Range schedule Ranges, training areas and associated facilities are off limits to personnel not engaged in scheduled firing, operations or inspections unless clearance is obtained in person from the Range Control Fire Desk or a designated Range Control technician. The Range Control office telephone number is 878-4412, ext. 226 or 878-3834, ext. 234. The range operations schedule through Nov. 25 is: Friday - BTRACS, Range 1, 2; POW Range 3 (7 a.m. to 10 p.m.) Saturday - Range 3, 5 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) Sunday - POW Range 2, 3 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) Monday - BTRACS, Range 1, 2; POW Range 3 (7 a.m. to 10 p.m.) Tuesday and Wednesday - BTRACS, Range 1, 2, 3 (7 a.m. to 10 p.m.) All personnel are required to check in and out with Range Control before going into or departing from any range or training area.
JBLE Community Events Council meeting The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Community Events Council will meet at 10 a.m., Nov. 20, at the Fort Eustis Club. The council serves as a communication link to increase awareness for all community residents concerning initiatives, programs, activities and facilities. The event is open to all Department of Defense card holders. A buffet lunch will be available for purchase through 1 p.m. For more information, contact Sharon Rector at 878-3638.
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OutsideTheGate Virginia Living Museum events Fall Planetarium Shows – Visitors can choose among three shows at the Abbitt Planetarium through Nov. 22. Two fish must touch the moon to save their home in “Kaluoka’hina” at 12:30 p.m. Explore the mysterious world of the former smallest planet in “The Pluto Show” at 1:30 p.m. A staff astronomer takes a tour of the current night sky in “Virginia Skies” at 2:30 p.m. The shows will take place Wednesday through Sunday and tickets are $4 plus museum admission. Homeschool Morning – The museum offers homeschool students in grades kindergarten through 12 a morning of fun and engaging programs from 9 a.m. to noon, Dec. 3. All programs are curriculum and gradelevel targeted and are taught by the museum’s professional educators. The programs include a self-guided visit of museum exhibits and are offered at a discount to homeschool families. Admission is $12 for adults accompanying homeschool students and self-guided visits without programs are $7 per child. Classroom programs are $9.75 per child and labs are $11.75 per child. Parents may accompany children into the programs at no additional charge. The registration deadline is Dec. 1. To register, call 595-9135 or visit www.thevlm.org. ‘Star of Wonder’ Planetarium Show Discount – In celebration of the museum’s 50th anniversary, tickets for the “Star of Wonder: Mystery of the Christmas Star” planetarium show have been discounted to 50 cents each, plus museum admission, between Nov. 25 and 29. Visitors can retrace the steps of the Magi during shows at 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. Story Time at the Museum – The third Saturday of the month is story time at the museum. Children are invited at 10 a.m., Nov. 21, to hear a nature-related story. This event is recommended for ages 2 and older and is included in museum admission. Turkey Pardoning Ceremony – The 6th annual Turkey Pardoning Ceremony will be held at 11 a.m., Nov. 25, at the outdoor trail beside the turkey and deer habitats. Turkey-related crafts and display activities will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is included in museum admission. The Virginia Living Museum is located at 524 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard in Newport News. Admission is $17 for adults, $13 for children ages 3-12 and free for members and children ages 2 and under. Group rates are available for groups of 10 or more. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For more information, call 595-1900 or visit www.thevlm.org.
Coliseum Central Holiday Parade The Peninsula Town Center presents the 17th annual Coliseum Central Holiday Parade from 9:30 a.m. to noon, Nov. 21 in Hampton.The event is free and open to the public. Activities will include marching bands, floats, helium balloons, Santa Claus and more. For more information, visit www.coliseumcentral.com.
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Hampton Clean City Commission volunteer opportunities The Hampton Clean City Commission is requesting volunteers for the following events: Q Nov. 20 at 3 p.m.: Community Cleanup, Franktown Road. Volunteers will clean up Franktown Road between Andrews Boulevard and Sesco Drive. Q Nov. 21 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Fall Festival Display and Litter-Free Event Activities, Bluebird Gap Farm, 60 Pine Chapel. Volunteers will help staff a display and/or help keep Bluebird Gap Farm clean during the Fall Festival. Q Nov. 25 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Community Garden Preparation, Little England Cultural Center, 3922 Kecoughtan Road. Volunteers will help build another community garden in Hampton. Jobs to be accomplished include building the shed, putting up signs, assembling the handicapped accessible beds and assisting with marking garden plots. Volunteers must sign up in advance for all three events to assure adequate equipment and good communication. Contact hccc@hampton.gov or 727-1130 to register.
memorabilia including firearms, edged weapons, uniforms and medals from all eras for review. Local military history experts from the VWM Foundation and Hampton Roads Militaria Society will help identify artifacts and provide preservation tips. Firearms, weapons and ordnance items will be checked and inspected for safety prior to review. Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for active-duty personnel and senior citizens, $5 for children ages 7-18 and free for children ages 6 and under. For more information, call 247-8523 or visit www. warmuseum.org.
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The 31st annual Grand Illumination Parade will be held at 7 p.m., Nov. 21, in downtown Norfolk. The event is free and open to the public and will take place rain or shine. The downtown Norfolk skyline will be illuminated, followed by a holiday parade featuring floats, giant balloons, marching bands and Santa Claus. This year’s theme is “Musical Madness.” For more information, visit www.norfolk.gov.
Visitors can explore how food was gathered, preserved and prepared by Virginia’s English colonists from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 26 through 28 during the Foods and Feasts of Colonial Virginia event at Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center. In the re-created Jamestown Settlement Powhatan Indian village, visitors can see venison, turkey and other game roasting over an open fire, while stews cook in clay pots. Visitors can also learn how Powhatan Indians made stone and bone tools used to obtain and prepare food. Historical interpreters will bake bread and demonstrate openhearth cooking of puddings, pies and pottage. European military tactics and drills will take place at 4 p.m. each day at the re-created 1610-14 fort. Visitors can haul cargo from a replica of one of the three ships that brought English colonists to Virginia at 3 p.m. daily at the ships’ pier. Visitors to the Yorktown Victory Center’s re-created Continental Army encampment can learn how soldiers turned meager rations into soups and stews. Daily artillery drills at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. will show how soldiers earned their rations and the consequences of plundering and theft. A variety of dishes will be prepared daily at the re-created 1780s farm and methods of preserving fruits and vegetables for winter storage will be demonstrated. The Jamestown Settlement Café will offer a traditional Thanksgiving dinner from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Nov. 26, on a first come, first serve basis. The menu and cost information is available at www.historyisfun.org. Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center value-priced combination tickets are $21 for adults and $10.50 for children ages 6-12. Admission to Jamestown Settlement is $16.75 for adults and $7.75 for children ages 6-12. Admission to Yorktown Victory Center is $9.75 for adults and $5.50 for children ages 6-12. Children under age 6 are admitted free. Jamestown Settlement is located on State Route 31 southwest of Williamsburg. The Yorktown Victory Center is located on Route 1020 in Yorktown. For more information, call 253-4838 or (888) 593-4682 toll-free or visit www.historyisfun.org.
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The Virginia War Museum will host an Artifacts Roadshow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dec. 5, at 9285 Warwick Boulevard in Newport News. Visitors can bring military
The Endview Planation will host its World War II Living History Weekend from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 21 and 22 at 362 Yorktown Road in Newport News.
Newport News ‘Celebration in Lights’ The 23rd annual “Celebration in Lights” will take place Nov. 26 through Jan. 2 at Newport News Park at the intersection of Fort Eustis Boulevard and Jefferson Avenue. This two-mile drive-thru holiday event features more than 800,000 individual lights that create animated holiday and fanciful scenes. Admission is $12 per car and $60 per bus. Cash and select credit cards are accepted along with checks (payable to the City of Newport News). Advance and gift tickets may be purchased at the Newport News Visitors Center at 13560 Jefferson Ave. Hours are from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Saturday. For more information, call 926-1400.
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