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JBLE Service members lay ‘Wreaths Across America’ – Page 12

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Angel Tree program spreads holiday spirit — Page 3

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U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Glendon Schmitz, 10th Intelligence Squadron operations flight chief, selects an angel from the AngelTree in the entrance to the Exchange at Langley Air Force Base, Dec. 10.The program helps provide gifts for families who may not be able to afford them otherwise.

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More than 350 families will have a special Christmas this year thanks to U.S. air Force Airmen and the Angel Tree program at Langley Air Force Base. The program, led by the Langley Company Grade Officers Council in partnership with the First Sergeants Council, provided gifts to Airmen and civilian employees stationed at Langley who have suffered a hardship this year. With the program now complete and truck loads of gifts wrapped, all clubs and families involved are thankful for the support of the Air Force community. “After we received the names from first sergeants, we placed their information on angels and hung them on a tree just outside the entrance of the Exchange,” said U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Jasmine Chapman, CGOC community service chair. “As shoppers entered the Exchange, they were able to select an angel from the tree.” Each angel featured a child’s age, sex and gift requests. Shoppers purchased the gifts and turned them into store management, who in turn provided them to

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the CGOC to be wrapped. From there, the first sergeants arranged delivery of the gifts to the families. “Each individual was able to buy as many gifts as they want for their individual angel,” said Chapman, a native of Hampton. “It’s great to know that each child will receive at least one gift this year, even if their parents can’t afford to buy them.” Senior Master Sgt. Glendon Schmitz, 10th Intelligence Squadron operations flight chief, is among the many holiday samaritans that provided gifts this year.

“I’m a parent as well, and I know what it’s like trying to provide presents for kids,” Schmitz said. “I’ve always seen the Air Force as an extended family, and it’s great that we have the chance to help each other.” Chapman echoed Schmitz’ sense of family. “This program fits right in with the wing’s ‘We are Family’ campaign this year,” Chapman said. “It’s all about us coming together and helping each other out, and taking care of someone else’s family.” Chessie Ricks, 2nd Manpower Requirements Squadron management analyst,

said she is passing the spirit of giving on to her children. “Every year I bring my daughter to the Exchange and allow her to select not only the angel but the gifts we will provide for that individual,” Ricks said. “Christmas is focused so much on receiving, and utilizing the tree helps them realize there are other kids out there who are less fortunate and we should help them whenever we can.” Ricks said this year her eyes were opened even more when she saw an angel on the tree for an 18-year-old boy. “When I saw that angel, I realized there is a need for children of all ages, not just the small children that we tend to think about this time of year,” Ricks said. Now that the gifts have been wrapped and delivered across the community, Chapman is already looking forward to next year’s campaign. “This year’s turnout has been great,” Chapman said. “Next year, we hope to start at the beginning of November to allow everyone more time and flexibility in providing gifts.” For more information about the Angel Tree program, call Chapman at 225-6660.

Soldiers offer season’s greetings: Holiday Card Lane brings cheer to Eustis By Airman 1st Class Austin Harvill 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

During the holiday season, U.S. Army Soldiers may find themselves far from home, but the Fort Eustis community aims to make their season festive, warm and welcoming. As a show of thanks, Soldiers had the opportunity to showcase their creative skills and share cheer with their neighbors through the 15th annual Holiday Card Lane competition. Units from across Fort Eustis gathered their most artistic Soldiers and created giant “holiday cards” to hang on Washington Boulevard, Fort Eustis’ main thoroughfare. Judges rated the cards based on a number of categories, including originality and theming. The top three units received Morale, Welfare and Recreation gift cards., and all eight cards will be displayed

until Jan. 2, 2014. This year, A Company, 1st Battalion, 222nd Aviation Regiment took home first place, Joint Task Force Civil Support took second place, and A Co., 1st Bn.., 1-210th Avn. Rgt., took third place. “This competition helps bring more holiday spirit to Fort Eustis,” said Shirley Strong, Army Community Service mobilization and deployment specialist. “It builds camaraderie among the units and let’s our more creative Soldiers show off their talent to the whole installation.” Aside from keeping holiday spirits high, the competitors also aimed to highlight this year’s theme of “unity and diversity.” “Soldiers are naturally diverse, given their backgrounds, so the challenge of making something for our community brings them together,“ said Strong. “The unity between these different people creates the artwork they give to the people they love.”

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U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 David Wells, A Company, 1st Battalion, 222nd Aviation Regiment executive officer, received first place honors within his unit during the Holiday Card Lane competition award ceremony at Fort Eustis, Dec. 13. JointTask Force Civil Support and A Co., 1-210th Avn. Rgt. were awarded second and third, respectively.

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Service members from the Air Land Sea Application Center at Langley Air Force Base and members of the Peninsula Agency on Aging packed more than 370 baskets for elderly community members in Newport News, Dec. 10. The ALSA center members plan to volunteer with the PAA program again in June 2014.

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U.S. Service members from Langley Air Force Base’s Air Land Sea Application Center partnered with the Peninsula Agency on Aging program to build food baskets for elderly community members in Newport News, Dec. 10, demonstrating the multi-service organization’s commitment to the Tidewater community. The volunteers built baskets that provided meals for more than 370 elderly members of the Hampton Roads community. The bags were packed and loaded and PAA will deliver the goods to program beneficiaries in the coming week. ALSA brings military branches of service together to unify them through tactical-level, multiservice doctrine. While they work hard writing joint solutions, U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Swaringen, ALSA director, said it’s important to find the time to support the local community. “Our members are great family-oriented Americans and want to give back to the community,” said Swaringen. Frank Seeley, PAA delivery driver, said he enjoyed the presence and support of the

ALSA members. “It was great to have Service members here helping,” said Seeley, “We cannot wait to have them come back, and we want them to return as soon as possible.” In addition to working with the agency, ALSAregularly assists the local Department of Veterans Affairs Hospital in Hampton. U.S. Army Maj. Blake Keil, ALSA joint action officer, said members of ALSA appreciate the continued support the community offers through special recognition and events, and is dedicated to giving back. “As Service members, we should all consider how we can serve our local community,” he said. “There is no better feeling than knowing you helped someone in need.” The team plans to continue volunteering with the PAA and will to assist the agency in June 2014. “By ALSA interacting with the PAA, we are able to truly do something for a group of people that are homebound and need assistance,” said Keil. “With the holiday season approaching, it is a great time to reflect on how fortunate we are and how many opportunities there are to make a difference in the lives of others that may be less fortunate.”

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“Langley has experienced a lot of growth over the past few years and now has specialty clinics that were not available in a military treatment U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley recently reached the second-to-last phase of its con- facility on the Peninsula. Military patients living west of the tunnels now struction project, scheduled to be complet- have a convenient location to receive care for those services.” 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

ed by early 2014. The ongoing project, set to be completed September 2014, aims to enhance the specialty care mission at the hospital, providing the best care to patients at newly renovated and expanded facilities. Once the current phase, which includes work on a new emergency department, is completed, contractors will shift into the final phase, which includes the renovation of the Radiological Services suite and other medical support functions. According to U.S. Air Force Maj. Jeffrey Chaperon, 633rd Medical Support Squadron Medical Logistics flight commander, visitors should expect a few constructionrelated inconveniences during the project. Patients and visitors will occasionally be diverted around construction and may experience noise around patient waiting and treatment areas. “Langley has experienced a lot of growth over the past few years and now has spe-

— U.S. Air Force Maj. Jeffrey Chaperon 633rd Medical Support Squadron Medical Logistics flight commander cialty clinics that were not available in a military treatment facility on the Peninsula,” said Chaperon. “Military patients living west of the tunnels now have a convenient location to receive care for those services.” Chaperon said the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers worked with contractors to develop temporary directional signs to help patients and visitors navigate through the hospital. Some of the most notable relocated services include Physical Therapy and Behavioral Health, which have both moved into a modular building next to the base commissary. Additionally, Mammography and Ultrasound Services temporarily moved to the south end of the main facility next to the Public Health office. The Dermatology

Clinic is expected to move to its permanent location, on the first floor of the hospital in the west wing, before the end of 2013. Most recently, the Pharmacy, Laboratory, Nutritional Medicine, Dining Facility and Allergy and Immunizations have relocated to their permanent locations on the first floor. With an estimated completion date of September 2014, Chaperon said the hospital will have a more modern, open feel, designed to accommodate a larger number of patients. Chaperon said the 633rd Medical Group leadership appreciates the patience and understanding of its patients and visitors. “It may take some time to re-orient to the new layout of the facility,” said Chaperon. “In the end though, patients should have a much more positive experience.”

Along with a renovated infrastructure and layout, Chaperon said the facility has also received a technology upgrade to provide the hospital staff with state-of-the-art capabilities designed to enhance patient healthcare. These new capabilities partner with several other initiatives, including providing patients access to a commercial wireless network through the facility to access sites like MiCare through their portable devices. Expanding care of TRICARE beneficiaries within the military treatment facility saves money over the long run, which will compensate for costs incurred during the renovations. “By expanding the services offered to our beneficiaries, we are able to care for more of our patients needs under one roof, which improves the continuity of healthcare we provide,” said Chaperon. “The hospital’s mission will always include supporting military members and their families who support the base, as well as the retirees and other Department of Defense beneficiaries in the Tidewater area eligible for care.” For more information, visit: www.jble.af .mil/633dmedicalgrouphealthcare/index. asp.

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U.S. Air Force Airmen and civilians of the 439th Supply Chain Operations Squadron bomber mission capable flight were recognized for collecting the most canned goods during their 30-day food drive challenge. The team collected 949 cans.

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From Nov. 13 to Dec. 13, four teams from the 439th Supply Chain Operations Squadron bomber mission capable flight collected canned food to support the EasternVirginia Food Bank. By the end of the 30-day challenge, the teams collected more than 2,740 cans to feed members of the local community.

Pairing friendly competition with the season of giving proved to be a successful formula for the 439th Supply Chain Operations Squadron bomber mission capable flight. The U.S. Air Force Airmen started a 30-day canned-food drive that began Nov. 13 and ended Dec. 13. More than 2,740 cans were collected during the time frame, with the proceeds from the event benefitting the Eastern Virginia Food Bank in an effort to support local community members for the holiday season. “It’s the season of giving, and we wanted to support our local community,” said Senior Airman Eric Burks, 439th SCOS bomber mission capable technician. “Our flight was very motivated, which made the event a friendly competition and a definite morale booster.” The flight split into four teams and competed to collect the most food. By

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ABOVE: U.S.Air Force Senior Airman Charnelle, 497th Operations Support Squadron intelligence analyst, salutes a wreath placed at the grave of a fallen Service member at Yorktown National Cemetery in Yorktown, Dec. 14. The wreaths were laid in honor of NationalWreaths Across America Day, now in its 20th year. (Last name withheld for security reasons). BELOW: More than 50 U.S. Air Force Airmen and Army Soldiers from Joint Base Langley-Eustis laid wreaths on the graves of fallen veterans at local cemeteries

More than 50 U.S. Air Force Airmen and Army Soldiers from Joint Base Langley-Eustis laid wreaths on the graves of fallen veterans at local cemeteries during the annual “Wreaths Across America” program, Dec. 14. Military personnel and local community members laid wreaths over 12,000 headstones of fallen veterans at national cemeteries in Hampton, Suffolk and Yorktown. The Wreaths Across America program is an annual event to sponsor wreath-laying ceremonies at veteran cemeteries in all 50 states and American cemeteries around the world. “This is our way of saying ‘Thank you’ to fallen Service members,” said Air Force Senior Airman Rosemary Williams, 633rd Logistics Readiness Squadron logistics planner. “Without what [these vetrans] have done for us in the past, we couldn’t do what we do today.” Before laying wreaths, participants

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joined in a moment of silence to remember Service members who have fallen in combat, who were taken as prisoners of war, who were missing in action, and those who have served and are currently serving in all branches of the military around the world. Next, representatives from each branch laid a ceremonial wreath for members of their respective branch of service. Cadets from local high school Junior ROTC programs also participated by presenting the colors, escorting representatives and laying wreaths at headstones throughout the cemeteries. “It is incredible to see young JROTC cadets came out to [volunteer],” said Master Sgt. Jeffrey Koenig, 633rd Air

Base Wing Protocol superintendeent. “It is a great way to teach the next geng eration [of Service members] about our military heritage.” had Some of the volunteers said they h personal reasons for participating g in the event. “My cousin was in the Army aand he passed away about a year afteer I joined the Air Force,” said Williamss. “I can never again thank him in persson for his service but this helps me [h honor] him.” Many of these Service members ssaid they plan to participate in the p program in years to come, working to ensure every veteran’s final resting pllace is honored during the holiday seaso on.

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RIGHT: U.S.Air ForceAirmen lay wreaths on gravesites and salute the headstones of veterans during the “Wreaths Across America” program at the Hampton National Veteran Cemetery in Hampton, Dec. 14. The annual program provides wreaths for headstones at veteran cemeteries across the nation and American cemeteries around the world.

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In 2012, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles reported more than 8,700 vehicle crashes involving alcohol, resulting in 5,851 injuries and 229 fatalities. When a night on the town comes to an end and plans to get home safely suddenly fail due to alcohol consumption, Joint Base Langley-Eustis U.S. Service members can call their battle buddies and wingmen volunteering at the Soldiers and Airmen Against Drunk Driving program to get home safe. The organization provides individuals a ride home and prevents U.S. Army Soldiers and U.S. Air Force Airmen from drinking and driving. Volunteers return Service members, Department of Defense civilians and dependents, who are under the influence of alcohol, to a residence. “SAADD not only protects Soldiers and Airmen from getting behind the wheel in an altered state of mind, but also guards [them] from [harming] themselves and possibly others,” said U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Trae King, 633rd Air Base Wing command chief. “It protects them from making a decision that could ruin their careers and more importantly, their lives.” King said SAADD improves the “Battle Buddy” and “Wingman” concepts among JBLE Service members by encouraging them to look out for one another during potentially dangerous situations. Volunteers begin each shift at 11 p.m. and at least six volunteers are needed for each four-hour shift.

“SAADD is comprised of Airmen and Soldier volunteers who take pride in caring for their fellow Service members,” said King. “This group of extraordinary volunteers are committed to fostering pride, teamwork and excellence.” Staff Sgt. Catrina Collins-Shultz, 633rd Medical Support Squadron TRICARE noncommissioned officer in charge, is a committee member who takes personal pride in the program. “The program wasn’t running for a while, but now we have a few volunteers that want to help fellow [Service members],” said Collins-Shultz. “Together, we’ve built it up in hopes that we could help our own [JBLE] people.” Currently, the program is only offered to Service members during holiday weekends. Although the committee wants Service members to use the program, they are in need of additional volunteers. Collins-Shultz hopes that in the future, the service may be provided for additional weekends in conjunction with holiday weekends. “With more volunteers, and Soldiers and Airmen using the program correctly, the program could flourish,” said CollinsShultz. The SAADD committee requests volunteers for all holiday weekends. The service is free of charge to all Service members, Department of Defense civilians and dependents. For more information about SAADD, contact Tech. Sgt. Michael Woodburn at Michael.Woodburn@us.af.mil, and to request a pick up, call 764-2233.

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The U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band performs during the “Celebrate the Holidays” concert at BethelTemple in Hampton, Dec. 13.

Behind the scenes: TRADOC holiday concert series By Staff Sgt. Ashley Hawkins 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band Jazz Orchestra performed at Bethel Temple in Hampton, Dec. 13, as part of their free “Celebrate the Holidays” concert series. U.S. Army Spc. Anna Leverenz, TRADOC Band musician, played the French horn and sang two songs during the event, attended by approximately 690 community members. “This is one of the highlights of the year,” said Leverenz. “People are always saying the holiday concert is their favorite event, so it’s nice that when the military’s financially cutting back, we continue to reach out to the community and tell the Army story.” According to Sgt. 1st Class Anthony Reosti, TRADOC Band senior operations noncommissioned officer in charge, the band performs an average of 30 concerts a month. “Our highest quarter of concerts is the beginning of the fiscal year, which is October to Dececember,” said Reosti. “We do twice as many [shows] during the holiday month of December.” Although the band makes performing look easy, a lot of time is spent not only booking locations for performances, but also selecting and practicing music. Leverenz said the process begins with the band conductor.

“The conductor will look back at old programs to see what we’ve played recently, so we don’t repeat music too often,” said Leverenz. “He’ll check with the librarian to see if we need to order music, then he’ll pass out [his selection]. After that, we’ll read the music to see if it works well with the instrumentation. For this concert series, we started reading for music selection in October. “From there, the conductor will take some time to study his music so he can lead us through,” she continued. “Although we only have one part, the conductor can see all of it, so he’s the one who really is responsible for knowing how all the parts move in unison.” By the time the conductor leads the group, the musicians have practiced their individual parts, allowing the conductor to shape the music. Afterward, the team will have several rehearsals, practicing sections in fragments to work on balance and blend to make sure the audience will hear what they want portrayed. Finally, as concert day approaches, the conductor will lead the group through the performance to work on transitions between songs to familiarize the band with the flow of the presentation. SEE CONCERT PAGE 17

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King Street construction Traffic flow outside the King Street Gate at Langley Air Force Base will change due to continuation of the city of Hampton’s North King Street Corridor Improvement Project. For the safety of the workers and the public, one lane in each direction will be closed while installation of a center lane and sewer improvements occur. The improvements are estimated to take four months to complete. Commuters are advised to follow the work signs, drive slowly and consider taking an alternate route if possible.

633rd Comptroller Squadron closure The 633rd Comptroller Squadron will close for an official function at 2 p.m. Dec. 20. For emergencies, call 251-8931.

Bateman Library hours of operation The Bateman Library’s hours of operation will change to Tuesdays throughThursdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, contact the Bateman Library at 764-2906.

Discounted tickets and passes Discounted tickets and season passes to local amusement parks are available through Langley Information, Tickets and Tours. For more information, call 764-7176.

Volunteer drivers needed Volunteer drivers are needed to transport disabled veterans to appointments in Richmond and Hampton. A van will be provided for transportation. For more information, contact Richard Moore at 804-815-0730.

DD Form 214 hard copy no longer available Copies one and four of the DD Form 214 hard copy are no longer mailed to Service members.The policy only affects forms filed at the Air Force Personnel Center-Total Force Service Center. For individuals who began terminal leave before Dec. 1, hard-copy DD Form 214s will still be mailed. For more information, contact Staff Sgt. Darlene Rust at 574-5611 or 1st Lt. Robert Washburn at 574-8598.

Airmen’s Attic accepting donations The Airmen’s Attic is accepting gently used donations. Housewares, kitchen items, linens and clothing are needed, and items such as large couches, mattresses or box springs will not be accepted. The Airman’s Attic will not accept broken furniture. For more information, call 764-1363.

Free financial education seminars The Langley Federal Credit Union will host free financial-education seminars at the Langley Member Education Center in Newport News.The classes include: ■ Tax update seminar – Jan. 16 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The seminar aims to prepare tax payers for new and changing tax laws. ■ Fraud and scam seminar – Jan. 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The seminar will cover identifying theft schemes, fraud defense, common scams and victim response. ■ Homeownership seminar – Jan. 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The seminar will cover credit reports, lenders’ roles,

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The Hispanic Heritage committee meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 2 p.m. in the Langley bowling alley activities room. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Jose Perez at 764-1735 or the Equal Opportunity Office at 764-5878.

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‘Teaching as a Second Career’ briefing Troops to Teachers will hold a “Teaching as a Second Career” briefing at the Langley Air Force Base Education Center from 11:30 a.m. to noon Dec. 10. The program may offer military members a $5,000 stipend to pay for approved teacher licensure programs at accredited colleges and participants may also be eligible for a $10,000 bonus. For more information, call the TTT office at 683-3327 or visit www.odu.edu/troopstoteachers.

Awana Program Langley Chapel will hold its Awana Program every Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. now through May 14 at the Langley Bethel Family Housing Youth Center at Langley Air Force Base. Children between ages 3 and 18 invited. The program will offer participants the opportunity to socialize with like-minded peers. For more information, call 764-1070.

Travel vouchers available on MyPay Travel vouchers paid by means other than the Defense Travel System (DTS) will now be available in MyPay. Travelers with MyPay accounts will receive e-mail notification advising the vouchers are available. For more information, call the 633rd Comptroller Squadron Financial Services Office at 764-3333.

Langley personnel are reminded that in accordance with AFI 24-203, paragraph 5.13.1.3.,Transportation Officers (TO) must process all “CLASSIFIED” freight shipments for the base unless the TO establishes other arrangements. For more information, contact Ray Twine at ray.twine@langley. af.mil.

Wednesday Morning Bible Study Military Ministries sponsors Morning Bible Study from 6:15 to 7:15 a.m. every Wednesday at the Langley Chapel Annex auditorium. A seven-week series, “Heaven,” started Aug. 28. For more information, contact Joe Shirey at 764-5527 or william.shirey.ctr@langley.af.mil, or Chuck Macri at 9287220 or chuck.macri@militaryministry.org.

Langley Saddle Club vacancies The Langley Saddle Club, located by the Education Center across from the nature boardwalk, has a few vacancies and is still accepting applications for new members. While the Saddle Club is not affiliated with the Department of Defense, membership is open to active duty, retirees and civilians of all branches. Members will be given 10x10 lighted horse stalls with full-time feeders. Members will also get a tack room for storage, on-site trailer parking, access to the clubhouse and more. For more information, visit langleysaddleclub.weebly.com or contact langleysaddleclub@gmail.com or 879-6248.

2013 ACC HQ Medallion Ceremony The Air Combat Command headquarters Medallion Ceremony will be held March 7 at 9 a.m. at the Static Display Hangar at Langley Air Force Base. For more information about the ceremony, contact Master Sgt. Christopher McDougal at christopher.mcdougal@us.af.mil or 679-5978.

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Mandatory environmental training All Air Force and Army military and civilian personnel working at Fort Eustis are required to complete mandatory annual environmental training in accordance with Joint Base Langley-Eustis Instruction 32-101, Environmental Management and the Environmental Management Procedure 4.4.2. Basic Environmental Management Awareness training is required for E4 and below, non-supervisory or managerial civilian personnel and appropriated contractor personnel. Leadership Environmental Management Awareness and Competency training is required for E5 and above, civilian supervisors and managers, and appropriated contractor personnel. The courses are available online at the Environmental Safety and Occupational HealthTraining Network at https:// acc.esohtn.com. Organizations must report through their activity environmental coordinators by Dec. 31. For more information, contact Karen Harvey-Harris at 878-5210 or karen.l.harvey-harris.ctr@mail.mil or Paul James at 878-7362 or paul.a.james8.civ@mail.mil.

Free movies at the USO The Fort Eustis United Service Organization will be showing the “Fast and the Furious” movie series between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 30-31 and Jan. 1. The movies will be shown on a rotating basis at 833 Monroe Ave. For more information, call 878-2415.

Scholarships for military children Applications for the 2014 “Scholarships for Military Children” program are available at commissaries worldwide or at www.militaryscholar.org. The application deadline is Feb. 28 and packages can be hand-delivered or mailed to a commissary. Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Applicants must be a dependent or unmarried child of an active duty, reserve or National Guard Service member or retiree, or a survivor of an active duty or retired military member. Applicants and sponsors must also be enrolled in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System database and have a Department of Defense identification card. For more information, call (856) 616-9311 or visit militaryscholar@scholarshipmanagers.com.

Digital Training Facility The Fort Eustis DigitalTraining Facility, in conjunction with the U.S. Army’s Distributed Learning System, provides Soldiers and Department of the Army civilians with local access to web-based, job-related and professional courses away from the workplace or distractions of home.The facility features web-based training, Army E-Learning courses, video tele-training connections, virtual battlespace computer-based military training and classrooms. Walk-ins are welcome to use the facility for official business and individual training on a space-available basis. The facility is located in Hunter Hall at 2730 Madison Ave., and its hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information, contact Nathan Wortham at nathan.h.wortham2.ctr@mail.mil, call 878-6934 or visit www.dls.army.mil.

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Army Community Service MCAHC holiday closures All services at McDonald Army Health Center will be closed Dec. 25 in observance of Christmas Day. The health center will also be closed Jan. 1. Pediatrics, Radiology and Pharmacy will provide limited services Dec. 24 and 31. Pharmacy hours are as follows: ■ Dec. 24 – Third floor Pharmacy is closed. Main and Refill pharmacies will close at 5 p.m. ■ Dec. 25 – All pharmacies are closed. ■ Dec. 26 – Normal business hours. ■ Dec. 27 – All pharmacies will close at noon. ■ Dec. 28-30 – Normal business hours. ■ Dec. 31 – Third floor Pharmacy is closed; Main and Refill Pharmacy will close at 5 p.m. ■ Jan. 1 – All pharmacies are closed. Call the Hampton Roads Appointment Center at 1-866-645-4584 to schedule appointments or facilitate authorization to visit an Urgent Care Center during this time. In case of an emergency, patients should dial 911 or report to the closest emergency room.

Privately-owned weapons range The Fort Eustis privately-owned weapons range is now open at the installation weapons range on Mulberry Island Rd. All participants must complete a range safety class to obtain a Certificate of Competency (AF IMT 483) and register their weapons with the 733rd Security Forces Squadron at 648 Washington Blvd. Range cards can be purchased at the Pines Golf Course Pro Shop at 3518 Mulberry Island Rd. The annual fee is $30 and the facility is open to active-duty Service members, retirees, and Department of Defense civilians and their family members. Authorized users can sponsor one non-affiliated guest. Hours are 8 a.m. to 30 minutes prior to sunset, Monday through Saturday. For more information, call 878-2610.

General Smalls Inn reservations Service members may now reserve rooms for visiting family at the General Smalls Inn on Fort Eustis. Reservations can be made 30 days in advance, and standard rooms have no reservation limit. Family suites may only be reserved up to three days. For more information or to make a reservation, call 969-5777 or e-mail generalsmallsinn06@yahoo.com.

Groninger Library programs The Groninger Library offers free Internet and high-speed Wi-Fi, computers with common access card readers, a video messaging computer, fax, photocopier, printers, magazines, newspapers, best sellers, classics, audio books, movies on DVD, music on CD, a children’s collection, arts and crafts, study guides, free classes and special events. The library is located at 1313 Washington Blvd. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Wednesday; noon to 9 p.m. Thursday; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday. For more information about Groninger Library programs, call 878-5017 or visit www.groningerlibrary.com.

Army Community Service classes and workshops for January will include: ■ Baby and Me Play Group – 10 to 11 a.m. onThursdays at 501 Madison Ave. ■ Credit Reporting, Scores and Debt Management – 9 to 10 a.m., Jan. 7 and 21. ■ DevelopingYour Financial Plan – 9 to 10 a.m., Jan. 14 and 28. ■ Effective Conflict Management – 1:30 to 3 p.m., Jan. 23. Registration is required. ■ Effective Resume Writing – 9 a.m. to noon, Jan. 17. ■ Evenings with Army FamilyTeam Building – 6 to 8 p.m., Jan. 14, 21 and 28. Registration is required. ■ Federal Employment – 10 a.m. to noon, Jan. 23. ■ Financial ReadinessTraining – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Jan. 17. ■ Installation Volunteer Orientation – 10 to 11 a.m., Jan. 7. ■ Instructor FacilitatorTraining,Army FamilyTeam Building – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Jan. 7-10. Registration is required. ■ Job Search Strategies – 10 to 11 a.m. on Mondays. ■ ManagingYour CheckingAccount – 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Jan. 19. ■ Military Knowledge for Military Spouses – 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., Jan. 29; 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., Jan. 30; and 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Jan. 31. Registration is required. ■ Play Mornings Play Group – 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays at 1102 Pershing Ave. ■ Spouse ResilienceTraining – 9 a.m. to noon, Jan. 12-16. ■ Volunteer ManagementTraining for FRG Leaders and Liaisons – 10 to 11:30 a.m., Jan. 21. Registration is required. Unless otherwise noted, classes and briefings will take place in Bldg. 650, Monroe Ave. For more information, call 878-3638.

Fitness Center Annex The Fitness Center Annex features male and female locker rooms with showers and daily-use lockers. Fitness equipment includes treadmills, medicine balls, adjustable abdominal benches, individual exercise mats, rowers, pullup station, 14 weight machines, aerobic steps and risers, balance boards and more. Services are available to all authorized patrons. Hours are 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, and closed Saturday, Sunday and holidays. The Fitness Center Annex is located at 1501 Lee Blvd. For more information, call 878-8080/8085 or visit www. EustisMWR.com.

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Celebration in Lights The 21st annual Celebration in Lights will take place through Jan. 1 at Newport News Park located at the intersection of Fort Eustis Boulevard and Jefferson Avenue.The drive-through holiday event features more than 800,000 individual lights that create animated holiday scenes. Admission is $10 per car and $60 per bus. Cash, credit cards, and checks made payable to the City of Newport News will be accepted. Advance tickets may be purchased at the Newport News Visitors Center at 13560 Jefferson Ave. Event hours are 5:30 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Saturday. For more information, call 926-1400.

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The Virginia Choral Society presents “A Family Festival of Carols” holiday concert at the following locations: ■ Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Hampton – 7:30 p.m., Dec. 20 ■ Trinity Lutheran Church, Newport News – 3 p.m., Dec. 21 ■ Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Newport News – 8 p.m., Dec. 22 ■ Trinity Lutheran Church, Newport News – 8 p.m., Dec. 23 Tickets purchased in advance are $15 per person and $12 for military, seniors and students; tickets purchased at the door are $18 per person and $15 for military, seniors and students. Tickets are available at Pro Music and Sound located in the Tabb area of Yorktown, the Peninsula Town Center’s Guest Relations Office in Hampton and from VCS chorus members. Electronic tickets are available at www.vachoralsociety.org. For more information, call the concert hotline at 851-9114.

■ Story Time at the Museum – The third Saturday of the month is story time at the museum. Bring the kids at 10 a.m. on Dec. 21 to hear “Owl Moon” by Jane Yolen and see a live great horned owl. Recommended for ages 2 and above (included in museum admission). ■ Wild Gifts for the Holidays – The Wild Things Museum Store features a collection of unusual and affordable nature-related items for all ages, including eco-friendly clothing, plush toys and stationary. The store will be open through Dec. 23 during museum hours. ■ Star of Wonder: Mystery of the Christmas Star – Experience the journey of the Magi at the museum’s digital planetarium theater through Dec. 31. The show was revised in 2008 to offer an immersive look into the journey of the Magi, while examining the latest clues about the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem. Days and times vary. The cost is $4 in addition to regular museum admission. ■ Laser Holidays – Get into the holiday spirit with music of the season and dazzling laser effects through Dec. 31. Enjoy classic holiday favorites including Burl Ives’ “Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer,” and modern hits like Randy Travis’ “Jingle Bell Rock.” Recommended for ages 6 and above, and days and times vary. The cost is $4 in addition to regular museum admission. ■ High NoonYear’s Eve –The whole family can enjoy this daytime western-themed New Year’s Eve event celebrating the “Year of the Horse.” Come dressed as a cowpoke on Dec. 31 and meet Bubbles the Clown and special animals from the Teeny Tiny Farm. Other activities will include games and crafts. Admission is $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Non-members will also pay museum admission. TheVirginia Living Museum is located at 524 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard in Newport News. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m., Sunday. For more information, call 595-9135 or visit www.thevlm.org.

Hermitage Museum and Gardens Holiday workshops will be offered at the Hermitage Museum and Gardens’ Visual Arts Studio through Dec. 21 at 7637 North Shore Road in Norfolk. Classes include winter scarf weaving for beginners, wreath making, holiday sewing, origami ornaments, papermaking and pulp painting, golden-painted photographs and children’s card making. Detailed workshop descriptions and prices are available online at thehermitagemuseum.org. For more information, contact Truly Matthews at 423-2052, ext. 203.

AAA Tow to Go Program AAA Tidewater Virginia’s Tow to Go Program is available through 6 a.m. Jan. 1. The program’s goal is to get the individual and their vehicle home safely during the holiday season. Free towing is provided in the Hampton Roads area for members and non-members. Motorists can call 6311700 to receive both the free tow and ride home. Reservations are not allowed and service will be provided to the requesting individual only.

‘A Colonial Christmas’ Jamestown Settlement and theYorktown Victory Center’s “A Colonial Christmas” month-long event explores 17th- and 18th-century holiday traditions through Jan. 5. Orientation

tours of the museum’s outdoor living-history areas are offered at 11 a.m. and 1 and 3 p.m. daily. Visitors will learn about the Jamestown colony’s early years as well as the English colonists’ Christmas at sea in December 1606. In the re-created fort, visitors can see wattle-and-daub buildings decorated with greenery and demonstrations of fancy cooking. Enjoy 17th-century holiday music at 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Dec. 26-31 at the re-created fort church. At the Yorktown Victory Center’s decorated clapboard farmhouse, historical interpreters will demonstrate a variety of holiday activities including setting a farmhouse table for a holiday feast. Visitors can observe open-hearth cooking in the farm kitchen and take part in candle-dipping activities. Daily performances of 18th-century holiday music will take place at 11:35 a.m. and 3:35 p.m. Dec. 26-31 at the farmhouse. A value-priced combination ticket to both museums is $20.50 for adults and $10.25 for ages 6-12. Admission to Jamestown Settlement is $16 for adults, $7.50 for ages 6-12 and free for children five and younger. Admission to the Yorktown Victory Center is $9.75 for adults, $5.50 for ages 6-12 and free for children five and younger. Both museums are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily year-round. Jamestown Settlement is located on Route 31, southwest of Williamsburg and Yorktown Victory Center is located on Route 1020 in Yorktown. For more information, call (888) 593-4628 toll-free, 253-4838 or visit www.historyisfun.org.

Holiday ice skating ■ York County Holiday Glow Skate – 6:30 to 11 p.m., Dec. 20. Families can have fun skating to the bobbing lights of glow sticks that will be on sale for $2.The event will take place at Dare Elementary School at 300 Dare Road in Yorktown. Admission is $5 and includes skate rental, and students can rent roller blades for an additional $3. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. For more information, call 890-3500 or visit www.visityorktown.org or www.yorkcounty.gov/parksandrec. ■ MacArthur Center – Family skating is back at MacArthur Center’s outdoor ice skating rink through Jan. 20 at the corner of Monticello Avenue and Freemason Street in Norfolk. Regular admission is $6 for skating and $6 for skate rental, and all prices include tax. Military personnel and their family members will receive $1 off admission. The facility offers discount and season skating passes, a children’s rink, hockey skates, birthday party packages and broomball equipment. To make group reservations for 15 or more people, call 314-4409. For skate session days and times, visit www.shopmacarthur.com. ■ NewTown’s Sullivan Square – Ice skating is available through Jan. 26 at NewTown’s Sullivan Square in Williamsburg, and the synthetic ice skating rink is suitable for all skating activities. Skating is $7 per person including skate rental and $5 with personal skates. Season passes are also available for $35 per person and includes skate rental. Children under age 12 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. All participants must wear skates. For skate session days and times, call 259-5360 or visit jamescitycountyva.gov/recreation.

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U.S. Army Soldiers show their holiday spirit during the Reindeer Run at Fort Eustis, Dec. 13. The Soldiers wore festive gear during the event to usher in the spirit of the holiday season. The run raised awareness for the U.S. Marine Corps “Toys for Tots” program at Fort Eustis.

Jocelyn Day, granddaughter of Shelley Edwards, McDonald Army Health Center medical coder, tells Santa Claus what she wants for Christmas during the Breakfast with Santa event at Fort Eustis, Dec. 14. Each child received a small stocking of candy and took home complimentary photos.

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Nearly 19,000 active duty captains and majors in the Army Competitive Category will go before an OfďŹ cer Separation Board or an Enhanced Selective Early Retirement Board early next year. As part of the Army’s plan to meet force reduction obligations, as many as 20 percent of those ofďŹ cers may be asked to leave the Army earlier than they had planned. Dave Martino, director, OfďŹ cer Personnel Management Directorate at Human Resources Command, said the Army’s drawdown plan is a “balanced approach that maintains readiness, while trying to minimize turbulence to the ofďŹ cer corps.â€? The reductions in the ofďŹ cer force are meant to coincide with the reduction in Army force structure, he said. “As the structure reduces in size, the Army ofďŹ cer corps will make a requisite reduction relative to that structure,â€? said Martino. He also said the OSB and eSERB will separate “fully qualiďŹ ed and ofďŹ cers who have rendered quality service to the nation. Therefore we will execute the OSB and eSERB with precision, care and compassion.â€? Beginning in March 2014, about 9,735 captains will go before an OSB. About 699 captains will face an eSERB. Captains going before these boards come from year groups 2006, 2007 and 2008. Beginning in April, the future of about 6,943 majors will decided by an OSB, and 1,504 by an eSERB. Majors going before these boards come from year groups 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003. OfďŹ cers have already been notiďŹ ed of their eligibility for either an OSB or eSERB. It will late winter or early spring 2015 before ofďŹ cers will begin separating or retiring from the Army as a result of decisions of the boards, ofďŹ cials said. Among ofďŹ cers selected by an OSB for separation, those with less than 15 years will receive separation pay. Those with more than 15 years but less than 18 years may receive separation pay, but may opt to also apply for Temporary Early Retirement Authority. OfďŹ cers eligible to go before an eSERB must have 18 or more years of service. If those ofďŹ cers are selected by the board, they are entitled to serve until their 20th year and retire then, or they may choose to apply for TERA so they can retire earlier. “If an ofďŹ cer is selected by the eSERB board, they will be able to serve until their twentieth year,â€? said Hillary R. Baxter, division chief, Leader Development Division. “Then they will have a mandatory retirement date at that point. They still are safe to get a 20-year retirement if they so choose.â€? Before going before either an OSB or eSERB, ofďŹ cers should have their records up-to-date and accurate, said U.S. Army Col. Stephen C. Sears, OPMD deputy director. That is something their commanders can help with.

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Nearly 19,000 active-duty captains and majors in the Army Competitive Category will go before either an OfďŹ cer Separation Board or Enhanced Selective Early Retirement Board early next year. As part of the Army’s plan to meet force reduction obligations, as many as 20 percent of those ofďŹ cers, one in ďŹ ve, may be asked to leave the Army earlier than they had originally planned.

In addition to emails that have been sent to affected ofďŹ cers, emails have also been sent to commanders in the ďŹ eld at the colonel level, so those commanders can help counsel ofďŹ cers in the zone of consideration. “That is an important piece – for these commanders to sit down with ofďŹ cers and look them in the eye and help them prepare their records, from that position of experience, and to give them an assessment of where they think they stand in terms of their peers,â€? Sears said. Sears said ofďŹ cers need to make sure their records accurately reect their performance, are complete and have an up-to-date photo. For online guidance on how best to accomplish this, Sears said ofďŹ cers may view the CAC-required website at https://www.hrc.army.mil/ofďŹ cer and then select “How to prepare for an OSB, SERB, eSERB.â€? Sears also said assignment ofďŹ cers at Army Human Resources Command are ready to help ofďŹ cers who call in needing help to repair records and update their ďŹ le.

Getting ready to leave OfďŹ cers who leave the active force before they expected don’t necessarily need to take off the uniform forever. The reserve component is ready to take on some of the best ofďŹ cers to put them into either the Army Reserve or the Army National Guard. Col. Charles A. Slaney, Army Human Resources Command, said reserve component career counselors stand ready to help Army ofďŹ cers prepare to move into one of the reserve components following their active-duty career. He said the Army has put signiďŹ cant investment into developing ofďŹ cers, and that one role of RCCCs is to retain that valuable human capital investment. “We want to preserve that by putting them into the reserve components,â€? he said.

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Power Sunroof, P/W, P/L, P/S, Leather, Tilt, Cruise, Heated Seats, CD

‘09 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER GS A/C, Power Windows, Locks, Mirrors, Cruise, Tilt

‘07 & ‘10 DODGE RAM 1500

7 to Choose From Miles Starting at 41,000

Must See!

‘12 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY

‘05 - ‘08 JEEP WRANGLER

Touring, Rear Entertainment 34k Miles

5 to Choose From!

2008 Also Available

MERCEDES-BENZ CLS550

LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER HSE

Power Sunroof & Navigation LOADED 64,000 Miles

Navigation, Leather, Rear Entertainment 70,000 Miles

Over 200 Vehicles Available Full Service Department Call for Details and Pricing!

‘07

VADLR

MILITARY APPROVED

‘06

5151 SHORE DRIVE

VIRGINIA BEACH