Tinker Living March 2021

TINKER LIVING Helping You Live Life

March 2021

MARCH CALENDAR

72nd FSS EVENT CALENDAR

TINKER GOLF CLUB

CHECK OUT OUR MARCH SPECIALS

SPRING CLEANING TIPS

4 TIPS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF SPRING CLEANING

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COMMANDER, 72 ABW Col Paul G. Filcek COMMANDER, 72 MSG Col Linda M. Hoover DIRECTOR, 72 FSS Mr. John P. Thurmon DEPUTY COMMANDER, 72 FSS Maj Bernard L. Harper, Jr. MARKETING DIRECTOR Vacant MARKETING & ADVERTISING SPECIALIST Ms. Shelly Salisbury COMMERCIAL SPONSORSHIP COORD. Vacant MARKETING & ADVERTISING SPECIALIST Ms. Madeline Pollard 72d Force Support Squadron Marketing Department 4661 Air Depot, Bldg 7038 Tinker Air Force Base, OK 73145 PHONE: 405.734.2077

The “Tinker Living” magazine is a monthly electronic publication of the 72d Force Support Squadron designed to inform the Tinker AFB community of available services and programs along with upcoming events.

The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of Tinker AFB, DoD or the U.S. Air Force.

All program dates and times are subject to change. For more details visit us at www.tinkerliving.com.

The appearance of advertising does not constitute endorsement by the U.S. Air Force, DoD or federal government.

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CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FEATURES

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Virtual Story Time FSS Calendar We’re Hiring Tinker Golf Events Half Price Car Wash Spring Cleaning Tips

FACILITIES + EVENTS

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Arts and Crafts Auto Hobby A&FRC Child and Youth Tinker Lanes Library Fitness Education ITT

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72 F SS Fa cilit y Ph o n e N u m b e r s & H o urs o f Op e rati o n

216 FITNESS ANNEX

Bldg. 216 | 405.734.2163 Mon - Fri: 4 PM - 8 AM

3705 FITNESS CENTER

EVENT CENTER

Bldg. 5603 | 405.734.3418 Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 4 :30PM LOUNGE Fri: 3 PM - 11 PM

Bldg. 3705 | 405.734.4664 Mon - Fri: 4 PM - 8 AM

FAMILY CHILD CARE

AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

FLIGHT KITCHEN

Bldg. 6001 | 405.739.2747 Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Bldg. 6001 | 405.734.7190 Mon - Fri: 4 PM - 5 PM Bldg. 6001 | 405.734.8505 Mon - Fri: 4 PM - 5 PM

GOLF COURSE

ARTS & CRAFTS

Bldg. 478 | 405.734.5615 Tue - Fri: 7:30 AM - 5 PM

AUTO HOBBY

Bldg. 6002 | 405.734.5616 Wed - Sat: 10 AM - 8 PM

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER - EAST Bldg. 3904 | 405.734.4212 Mon - Fri: 6 AM - 6 PM

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER - SOUTH Bldg. 1101 | 405.582.9025 Mon - Fri: 6 AM - 6 PM

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER - WEST Bldg. 1101 | 405.724.3646 Mon - Fri: 6 AM - 6 PM

CIVILIAN PERSONNEL SECTION

Bldg. 3001 | 405.739.3875 Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 4 PM

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

Bldg. 1 | 405.736.4317 Mon - Fri: 7 am - 4 pm

Bldg. 6601 | 405.734.2909 Sun - Sat: 7:30 AM - 6 PM MULLIGAN’S GRILL CLOSED

GERRITY FITNESS CENTER

Bldg. 6004 | 405.734.5607 M, T, W, & F: 5 AM - 8:30 PM Sat: 9 AM - 5 PM Closed on Thur & Sun

HONOR GUARD

Bldg. 7038 | 405.734.4226 Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

INFORMATION, TICKETS, & TRAVEL

Bldg. 478 | 405.734.3791 Tue - Fri: 7:30 AM -5 PM

OUTDOOR RECREATION

Bldg. 478 | 405.734.5875 Tue - Fri: 7:30 AM - 5 PM

QUALIFIED RECYCLING PROGRAM Bldg. 1156 | 405.739.3610 Mon - Fri: 7 AM - 4 PM

TINKER LANES

Bldg. 5703 | 405.734.3484 Tue - Fri: 10 AM - 9 PM PIN DECK GRILL Tue - Fri: 10 AM - 8 PM

TINKER LIBRARY

Bldg. 5702 | 405.734.2626 Mon - Fri: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

VANEWAY DINING

Bldg. 1 | 405.582.9942 Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 4 PM

MARKETING DEPARTMENT

YOUTH CENTER

LODGING

Bldg. 5604 | 405.734.5095 Open 24/7

MANPOWER

Bldg. 7038 405.734.2077 Mon - Fri: 7 AM - 4 PM

Bldg. 201SE | 405.729.7408 Mon - Thur: 7:15 AM - 4 PM Fri: 7:15 AM - 2:30 PM

CUSTOMER SERVICE (ID CARDS) Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM FORCE MANAGEMENT MWF: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Tue/Thur: 9 AM - 3:30 PM

Bldg. 5902 | 405.734.2918 Mon - Fri Breakfast 6 AM - 8 AM Lunch 11 AM - 1 PM Dinner 4:30 PM - 6:30PM Weekends & Holidays Breakfast 7 AM - 10:30AM Brunch 10:30 AM - 1 PM Dinner 4:30 AM - 6:30 PM

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EDUCATION SERVICES CENTER

CAREER DEVELOPMENT MWF: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Tue/Thur: 9 AM - 3:30 PM

MILITARY PERSONNEL SECTION

Bldg. 5520 | 405.734.7866 SCHOOL AGE Mon - FRI: 6 AM - 6 PM OPEN RECREATION Sat: 10 AM - 6 PM

Bldg. 1 | 405.734.8753 Mon - Fri: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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Ar ts & Cra f t s

PRIVATE GROUP CLASSES

Schedule your private group classes today. Group must consist of 10 or more. Call arts and crafts to book.

VIRTUAL EASTER GARLAND Thur, Mar 11 // 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Follow along with the instructor to create your own Easter Garland

VIRTUAL FABRIC EASTER BUNNY

Thur, Mar 11 // 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Follow along with the instructor to create your own Fabric Bunny

Virtual - VINTAGE SIGN WORKSHOP Rustic Bunny Porch Sign Thur, Mar 18 // 5:30 - 7:30 pm Follow along with the instructor to create your own vintage wood sign. A different design will be featured each month.

CROCHET CORNER

Tue, Mar 2 // 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Bring your own crochet, knitting, cross stitch, etc and enjoy time with friends.

FREE ART NIGHT

ARTS & CRAFTS Bldg. 478 // 405.734.5615 Tue - Fri: 7:30 am - 5 pm

Sock Bunny Thur, Mar 4 // 5:30 - 6:30 pm Create a free craft project and bring your friends or meet new ones. All ages welcome.

FUSED GLASS WORKSHOP Thur, Mar 18 // 5:30 - 8:00 pm Class participants will be designing and creating glass ornaments. Students will be briefed on cutting and handling glass safely. Students will make several pieces each.

Virtual - CORK & CANVAS

Easter Bunny Thur, Mar 18 // 5:30 - 8:00 pm Pick up your kit and follow along to create a winter canvas painting.

Virtual - DIY DOOR HANGER Vintage Truck Tue, Feb 12 // 5:30 - 7:30 pm We will have wooden pieces ready to paint and decorate.

Prices include wooden piece (approx. 11” wide)

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Auto H o bby

AUTO HOBBY SHOP Bldg. 6002 // 405.734.5616 Wed - Sat: 10 am - 8 pm Tinker Auto Hobby has fully stocked tool cribs, 12 bays, five vehicle lifts, and two brake racks available for people to work on their own vehicle.

Courses and Programs: The Automotive Safety Course qualifies patrons to use shop equipment. The course is offered every Thursday at 3:30PM, but other times can be arranged as needed. There are also watch and learn programs available for brake jobs, front-end alignments, oil changes, anti-freeze checks, tire balancing, and tire rotations.

Auto Mart: If you are interested in selling a vehicle in the base Auto Mart (located in the east parking lot in front of Bldg. 477), please visit Arts and Crafts with the vehicle title/registration, license plate number, identification card, proof of insurance and a credit card number.

Free Air Need air? Stop by the front of the Auto Hobby Shop and use the 24/7 free air pump.

Tinker Car Wash The Tinker Car Wash is located on the north side of the Auto Hobby Shop. The car wash has an automatic and self-service side, multiple wash options, and takes cash or credit cards. Prices range from $5 – $12.

Q ua li f i e d R e c ycli ng Pro gra m

QUALIFIED RECYCLING PROGRAM Bldg. 1156 // 405.739.3610 Mon - Fri: 7 am - 4 pm Tinker QRP’s mission is to provide an efficient and cost effective recycling program on Tinker Air Force Base to all customers, including the civilian workforce, military members and their families, and the industrial side of the base. The program is used to divert as much material as possible away from landfills while being cost efficient.

QRP recycles metal, paper, cardboard, toner, aluminum, and newspaper. The 24 hour drop off site is located on the west side of bldg.1156 and has collection bins for cardboard, mixed paper, aluminum cans, tin cans, and plastic.

Any excess proceeds realized by the NAF Recycling Program are re-invested into the MWR fund to help with many base wide functions supporting our troops.

Reduce…Reuse…Recycle!

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Ai r ma n & Fa mi ly R e a d i ne s s Ce nte r

DITCHING THE DORM

AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

1st & 3rd Thursday // 9:00 - 10:00 am Thinking about moving out of the Dorms?

Join us for one of our “Ditching The Dorms” Virtual Workshops to learn how to financial prepare for your move. Reserve your spot by calling the A&FRC.

Bldg. 6001 // 405.739.2747 Mon - Fri: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm APT. ONLY

CAREER READINESS - Virtual

What’s the Airman & Family Readiness Center Mission?

To provide targeted Airmen and Family support and services, contributing to the mission readiness, resiliency and well-being of the Air Force community.

The A&FRC provides services in several areas: – Information, Referral and follow-up – Coordination and consultation with other base and civilian agencies to strengthen base policies and programs, all in effort to benefit Air Force Families.

– Assistance for base leadership in their efforts to meet family needs.

Who is eligible?

– Active Duty Military members and their family members.

– Guard and Reserve members and their family members.

– Retired military personnel and their family members.

Deployment Benefits: – Give Parents a Break via CDC – Hearts Apart Morale Calls – Car Care Because we Care * Vouchers can be obtained at the Airman & Family Readiness Center Tinker A&FRC has computers that Service Member can use during normal operation hours.

Food Pantry: Open during Hours of Operation MondayFriday between 7:30AM to 4:00PM Airman’s Attic: Open during Hours of Operation MondayFriday between 7:30AM to 4:00PM (Open to all E-6 and below, all services) Airman can come once a month and fill a bag with items. If you are looking for something specific, we can notify them when a donated item comes in.

Mar 3 // Federal Application Workshop // 10am-12pm Mar 3 // Standard Resume Writing 101 Workshop // 1pm-2pm Mar 17 // Interviewing 101 Workshop // 10am-12pm Mar 17 // Mock Interview Workshop // 10am-12pm Mar 24 // Are you LinkedIn? Workshop // 10am-12pm Reserve your spot by calling the A&FRC.

TINKER FAMILY ORIENTATION Mar 2 // 7:30 am - 3:00 pm Did you just arrive at Tinker AFB within the last 60days? Then join us for Tinker Family Orientation to learn all the ins and outs of Tinker AFB. Don’t let the name fool you, this workshops is open to ALL Airman and Spouses. Reserve your spot by calling the A&FRC.

Appointments: Although we do our best to accommodate Airman’s needs, we are limited by manning and can see your folks much easier if you make, or have them make, an appointment with us, by calling 739-2747. All appointments are conducted by phone or email until further notice.

Personal Finance Readiness: We are here to help with all types of financial questions; basic money management, building a budget, preparing to move out of the dorms, debt reduction, understanding TSP, saving and investing to just name a few of the available services. Don’t wait if you have a question Air Force Aid: Apply for emergency assistance at www.afas. about finances, call us to make an appointment and let org. Call 405-739-2747 to set up an appointment after the us assist you to discover new ways to maximize your application is complete. After hours? Contact American Red money.

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Chil d & Yo u t h Pro gram s

YOUTH CENTER

Bldg. 5520 // 405.739.7866 Mon - Fri: 6 am - 6 pm NO DROP IN CARE

Youth Center Membership Program The Youth Center Membership Program is $60 a year per child ($50 if you sign up in the month of December) and open to youth 10-18 years of age who are dependents of active duty military, retirees, DoD civilians, and contractors. The program includes Power Hour, Fit Factor, Smart Girls, Passport to Manhood, Career Launch, Money Matters, Fine Arts, Arts and Crafts, computer and internet access (monitored), a variety of video games and consoles, and much more on a daily basis. During the summer a variety of weekly day camps are available.

Before & After School Care (K-5th Grade) Transportation to/from: – Parkview Elementary – Soldier Creek Elementary – Barnes Elementary – Schwartz Elementary – Mid West City Elementary – Steed Elementary Program Clubs: – Torch Club: Ages 10-12 – Keystone Club: Ages 13-18 Tinker AFB Youth Programs are for ages 5-18 (ages 3-4 for Start Smart Sports Programs) and is affiliated with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA).

Tinker Youth participate in the BGCA’s Five Programs: -- Education and Career Development -- The Arts -- Health and Life Skills -- Character and Leadership Development -- Sports, Fitness, and Recreation.

4-H Programs The Youth Center also offers three 4-H programs throughout the year. The goal of 4-H programming is to develop growth and development in the four essential elements (Belonging, Mastery, Independence, and Generosity). The Oklahoma County 4-H Extension Office, Oklahoma 4-H Military Liaison, and Tinker Youth Center work closely to offer a variety of projects/programming.

MilitaryChildCare.com MilitaryChildCare.com (MCC) is an exciting initiative that was launched at Tinker AFB in August of 2017. MCC is a Department of Defense website for military families seeking child care. It enables families to search for and request care, manage their requests, and update their profile online, making it easier for families to find the child care they need.

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Chil d & Yo u t h Pro gram s Daily Membership Activity Clubs Mon – Fri: 4 pm - 5 pm Information available at the Youth Center.

Youth Dance Class $50 a month for 1 class per week.

Additional $60 recital fee and this will cover the recital costume.

Dance classes will offer free trial classes the first week of each month.

Classes offered are: Ballet/Tap and Hip Hop. Classes are for children ages 3-18 and are 50 minutes long.

Youth Martial Arts $55 a month for 2 classes per week. (3rd child in a family is free).

Private Lessons: $50 per 1 hr session.

Martial Arts is offering free trial classes for the first 2 classes of each month.

Kuk Sool Won is a Korean system of highly effective fighting techniques that teaches body throws, joint locks, break falls and pressure point exploitation as well as hand and foot striking techniques. Kuk Sool Won is a well-rounded martial art that increases your fitness, flexibility, balance and mental focus as you learn self-defense.

Uniform/Lifetime Membership: $100 one-time cost.

– Uniform includes all patches sewn and white belt – World Kuk Sool Association (WKSA) membership valid for ALL KSW school world-wide – Testing Fees: $40 for full belt promotion. Includes new belt and promotion certificate.

– There is no charge for stripe promotions.

Before the end of the first month of instruction, a fee of $100 will be charged for the full uniform, belt and lifetime membership to the WKSA. Other fees may be charged for belt testing, seminars, tournaments and additional equipment as required.

Instructor will provide positive guidance while teaching the traditional Korean martial art style of KUK SOOL WON. Program curriculum will be in accordance with the World Kuk Sool Association (WKSA). The instructor and school is fully licensed by the WKSA. Instruction will be tailored to the age group in each particular class. The instructor will work with each student to help them become better global citizens through the study of martial arts.

Other associated programs available are Stranger Danger, Bully-Proofing, and Women’s Self Defense. Other specialty programs and private lessons may also be provided on request. Additional activities include participation in tournaments, special seminars and belt testing.

Youth Sports All youth sports programs are $60 for youth ages 5-12 and the Start Smart for youth ages 3-4 is $75 (starter kit included).

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER - EAST Bldg. 3904 // 405.734.4212 Mon - Fri: 6 am - 6 pm

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER - SOUTH Bldg. 1101 // 405.582.9025 Mon - Fri: 6 am - 6 pm

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER - WEST Bldg. 5510 // 405.734-3646 Mon - Fri: 6 am - 6 pm

Child Development Program The Child Development Program is conveniently located in three separate facilities. The centers provide quality developmental care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years by certified and well-trained child care providers. The programs offered include full-day and hourly care. Children of active-duty military, DoD civilians, reservists and contractors assigned to Tinker are eligible to participate. The child development programs are DOD certified and nationally accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Programs Offered: Full-day Child Care // Short-term Drop-in Care // Give Parent’s a Break // Parent’s Night Out. NO DROP IN CARE DUE TO COVID MilitaryChildCare.com MilitaryChildCare.com (MCC) is an exciting initiative that was launched at Tinker AFB in August of 2017. MCC is a Department of Defense website for military families seeking child care. It enables families to search for and request care, manage their requests, and update their profile online, making it easier for families to find the child care they need.

Register today at www.militarychildcare.com: Step 1 - Create account. Go to militarychildcare.com to create an account containing information about your family or to login using an existing user name and password.

Step 2 - Search and request care. Search the system for the child care options that best fit your needs and submit your requests for care.

Step 3 - Manage my requests. You can manage your requests for care from anywhere in the world.

Step 4 - Update my profile. Keep your My Profile page up-to-date with important information.

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Tink er L a n es / / Pi n D e c k G r i l l

TINKER LANES

PIN DECK GRILL

Bldg. 5703 // 405.734.3484 Tues - Fri: 4 pm - 9:30 pm

Bldg. 5703 // 405.734.3484 Tues - Fri: 4 pm - 9:30 pm

Open Bowling Prices: Adults: $3.75 Seniors 55+: $3.00 Juniors 17 & under: $3.00 Shoe Rentals: Adults: $2.75 Juniors: $2.00 Lane Rental: $15 per hour, does not include shoes Saturday Cosmic Bowling: 6 pm - 8:30 pm // $4 per game // $15 All You Can Bowl

OPEN FOR LEAGUE BOWLING ONLY PIN DECK GRILL IS OPEN FOR CARRY OUT

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Tink er L ibra r y

TINKER LIBRARY Bldg. 5702 // 405.734.2626 Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

The Tinker Library provides a collection over 20,000 adult, teen and children’s books. It also has a multimedia collection including thousands of the latest DVDs, CDs, and Audio books. Audio books include MP3 players and books on CD. There are 17 computers with high-speed Internet connectivity, wireless Internet access, and Open Office applications. CLEP and DANTES study materials (print and video) are available, along with the CSAF reading materials. The colorful kid’s room hosts books and puzzles. Other services include fax and photocopying.

Mango Mango offers access to 60 foreign language courses and 17 English courses taught completely in the user’s native language. In addition to traditional language courses, Mango also offers access to a variety of specialty mini courses, like Pirate, Medical Spanish and romance courses.

Mango can be accessed at the library, remotely, or even on-the-go with apps for iPhone(r), Android(tm), Kindle(r) and Nook(r).

To sign up to start learning a new language, CAC holders can register by visiting the Air Force portal. Dependents, retirees and other non-CAC holders can visit: https://connect.mangolanguages.com/tinker-afb/start to create your account. Contact the Base Library for the passcode.

OverDrive Overdrive is an excellent resource provided by the Air Force. Set up a free account to download ebooks, audio books, music, and videos. You must sign up at the Tinker Library front desk for OverDrive, then you can access your account online from anywhere.

Universal Class Visit the Tinker Library and use one of the computers to sign up for one of the free online programs and classes through Universal Class. There are over 500 courses to choose from including business, law enforcement, health services, and more.

RB Digital Magazines RB Digital Magazines is the world’s largest newsstand with over 900 online magazines available to you through your Air Force Library. Register an account for free downloads and streaming to your computer or device! Or download the RB Digital Magazines app to view your magazines. Please visit or call the library for the card number code and more details.

Covid -19 Precautions • Masks must be worn at all times • Only 20 patrons at a time • Study rooms by reservation only.

• Limited to 3 at a time.

New at the Tinker Library: 3D Printer // Sign up now!

Library Resources There are resources for book reports, science projects, speeches, and much more. The library is the perfect quiet place to study with plenty of study desks and two private study rooms. Inquire about learning programs the next time you visit, or call for more information.

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Fitnes s

216 FITNESS ANNEX

3705 FITNESS CENTER

GERRITY FITNESS

Bldg. 216 // 405.734.2163 24/7 CAC Access Mon - Fri: 4 pm - 8 am

Bldg. 3705 // 405.734.4664 24/7 CAC Access Mon - Fri: 4 pm - 8 am

Bldg. 6004 // 405.734-5607 M,Tu,W,F : 5 am - 10:30 pm Sat: 9 am - 5 pm

216 & 3705 Fitness Located on Arnold Street on Tinker AFB, the Tinker 216 Fitness Annex Center features a wide range of workout equipment to keep you fit to fight! Featuring free weight equipment, assisted weight machines, and cardio equipment, 216 has everything you need to keep yourself in the best shape possible! There are also 6 newly renovated racquetball courts. Both the men’s and women’s locker rooms have saunas and steam baths. 3705 offers weight equipment as well as an array of cardio equipment. Our fitness centers also offer a variety of fitness classes.

Gerrity Fitness Center The Gerrity Sports and Fitness Center serves as the core fitness center for intramural sports, squadron & group fitness programs, and self-directed fitness activities for the base community. This 36,500 square foot, modern, well-equipped facility offers an excellent assortment of aerobic machines, dressing rooms complete with steam and sauna baths. The cardiovascular equipment includes integrated TV screens and two large multipurpose basketball courts and a racquetball court. Microfit personal fitness assessments by a certified personal trainer are available. Open to Active Duty, Dependents, retirees, and DoD Civilians. Closed for deep cleaning on Thursdays and Sundays.

Outdoor facilities include softball diamonds, a lighted track, lighted tennis courts, flag football field and a paved marked jogging trail. Intramural sports include bowling, flag football, golf, softball, volleyball, basketball and several minor sports tournaments and special events throughout the year.

OU T DOOR REC RE ATI O N

ODR Bldg. 478 // 405.734.5875 Tues - Fri: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm Outdoor Recreation (ODR) is the hub for our equipment rental, RV/boat storage, Iszard pool and FamCamp. The mission of Outdoor Recreation is to provide fun opportunities for Tinker Air Force Base military, civilian, and their families. Outdoor Rec strives to teach outdoor skills, knowledge, safety, and environmental ethics to all ages and abilities. With outdoor experience and interests, an appropriate social, leisure lifestyle can be developed.

https://tinkerliving.com/equipment/

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TINKER GOLF

COURSE // CLUB // PRO SHOP // MULLIGAN’S GRILL

MAR 13 - Superintendent’s Revenge 4 Person scramble // $25 per player, $20 per AGF

MAR 14 - National Potato Chip Day

Buy a green fee and get a bag of potato chips for FREE

MAR 17 - St. Patrick’s Day

Wear green and get $5 off your green fee

MAR 23 - National Puppy Day

Show a picture of your best friend and get $5 off your green fee

MAR 15-22 - Aerification Week

Aerification of green all week.

While green are sandy, receive 1.5 off all regular priced daily fees. *ALL MONTH: Walk 18 holes for $15, Ride 18 holes for $25

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Educat io n S er vi ce s

EDUCATION SERVICES Bldg. 201SE // 405.739.7408 Mon - Thur: 7:15 am - 4 pm Fri: 7:15 am - 4:30 pm

FREE ONLINE CULTURE COURSE FOR ACTIVE DUTY PERSONNEL The Air Force Culture and Language Center offers a free online distance learning course, “Introduction to Culture (ITC)”, for active duty AF personnel. The course earns three semester hours of program elective credit and fulfills residency credit towards the CCAF degree. The registration/enrollment window opens 9 MAR 21 and closes on 15 MAR 21, or when full. The 14 week course starts on 1 APR 21 and ends on 14 JUL 21. For additional information visit: https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/AFCLC/ Courses/.

ACCESSING HIGHER EDUCATION BRIEIFNG Interested in learning everything you ever wanted to know about continuing your education? We are here to help! The Education Services Center provides a “College 101 – Accessing Higher Education” briefing, offered the second week of each month. Topics covered include comparing military and civilian education programs; identifying a potential career or degree; factors for choosing an institution; requirements for admission; funding sources (including GI Bill), and more! This briefing is beneficial for those beginning their education or those who plan to continue their education after leaving the service. We will tailor the content to fit the needs of our participants through interactive activities and instruction over the course of the 1-day workshop. Participants are encouraged to sign up in advance as space fills quickly.

To reserve your seat for the 10 MAR 21 briefing, contact Jennifer Nord at 405-739-7408 or email jennifer.nord@ us.af.mil.

PARK UNIVERSITY Park University can help you navigate the process from admissions to graduation. We offer a diverse number of degree programs for undergrads at the Tinker AFB campus. We have five 8-week terms annually, offer varied instructional modalities, and have seasoned professional faculty that are employed in their respected subject matter with real-life experience. The next term starts on 15 MAR 21. Courses are being facilitated online at this time, due to the COVID pandemic, in addition to Zoom for PAG E 2 0 | T IN KE R L IV ING | MA R C H 2021 | TINK ER L IV ING.COM

home instruction; where you have the “live” experience to interact with your instructor and peers. Contact the Tinker Campus Center Director, Angela Perry, at (405) 732-6149 or angela.perry@park.edu for more information.

THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA Enrollment for the University of Oklahoma’s summer semester is underway. Enrollment begins on 1 MAR 21 for the summer, and you don’t want to miss it! OU will host two classes on Tinker Air Force Base for the Summer 2021 term, one course is to be determined but HR 5093-106: Introduction to Graduate Studies in Human Relations will begin on 24 MAY 21. This course will be conducted online but will count as an “in seat in classroom course.”

If you’re curious to learn more about enrolling or starting a program, please check out our website at www.pacs. ou.edu, visit the OU office in the Tinker Education Center (bldg. 201SE), call (405) 739-7365, or email aptinker@ ou.edu.

has rolling admissions, with no strict deadline date to apply and no GRE or GMAT required for admission. The next term is Spring 2 starting 15 MAR 21 and ending 14 MAY 21. Please phone us today at (405) 535-0515 or email jeraldharrison82@webster.edu for more information.

ROSE STATE COLLEGE Rose State College offers a variety of courses to help you earn your degree. The second eight week term starts on 22 MAR 21 and we still have a wide range of online and face-to-face course options available. Contact us for more information on how to receive college credit for your FAA A&P certification. Misty Engelbrecht is available to meet with you at the Education Center on base or at the main campus. Contact Misty for more information @ mengelbrecht@rose.edu or call (405) 736-0244. You can also now schedule a meeting online – options include zoom, phone, or face-to-face: https://go.oncehub.com/ misty.

OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY Are you looking for new tools for your career development? Oklahoma City University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) may be a good fit! The Leadership MBA is designed for working professionals with evening and online classes and provides discounted tuition for Tinker military and civil servants. To find out more about the Leadership MBA including schedules, application process, and cost, contact OCU’s Tinker MBA Advisor Cindy Treadway: ctreadway@okcu.edu or (405) 208-5154 OKLAHOMA CITY AVIATION EDUCATION ALLIANCE Earn your Bachelor’s degree and advance your career on base with evening classes and 8-week fast-track terms.

APPLY to start for any of 5 terms throughout the year!

Southeastern Oklahoma State University, as a member of the Aviation Education Alliance, offers 5 bachelor degree options in Aviation Management; Safety, Maintenance, Business, Production and Operations, and Security. Also, we offer a very popular master’s degree in Aerospace Administration and Logistics that can be obtained in 1 year! Summer Term is just around the corner. APPLY TODAY! Please visit us at the SE/AEA Office in the Education Services Center (bldg. 201SE), call (405) 7332210 or email LJRupert@se.edu for more information.

WEBSTER UNIVERSITY Webster University has graduate programs in Management & Leadership and Information Technology Management that are offered on Tinker, as well as dozens of online programs and certifications. Webster University PAG E 2 1 | T IN KE R L IV ING | MA R C H 2021 | TINK ER L IV ING.COM

I nfor mat io n, Tic k e t s & Trave l

ITT

Bldg. 478 // 405.734.3791 Tues - Fri: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Here at the Tinker Information, Tickets and travel office we can help you book your dream vacation.

Want to visit the Eiffel tower or dive deep in the waters of Hawaii? Prefer a cruise we can help you find the perfect one? Need a little adventure, how about discounted attraction tickets. Need a Fed Ex drop off location, we’ve got you covered. We would love to help you out with with any of your travel needs. Give us a call or stop on by!

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Ti nke r G o l f Cl u b

Tinker Golf Club Bldg. 6601 // 405.734.2909 Sun - Sat: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Superintendent’s Revenge March 13 // 9:30 am Tee Time

4 person scramble. $25 per player, $20 AGF 18 holes of gently rolling golf is enjoyable for riding and walking alike. The layout presents itself with all trouble easily visible to the golfer except for the pond and nearly island green on number 15, that can’t be seen from the tee. It is a fun course to play for all ages.

From juniors to seniors and everybody between. The friendliness and camaraderie is unmatched. Don’t have a group? We will help find you great people to play with.

We also have a driving range and practice area to help hone your skills, including group and individual lessons for all ages.

Our pricing structure makes Tinker more affordable than most courses in the area. We will never make you feel you are still at work, so come by for a quick nine before going home for the day. Our relaxed and welcoming atmosphere will make your round fun and relaxing.

National Potato Chip Day March 14th // ALL DAY

Buy a green fee and get a bag of potato chips FREE!

St. Patrick’s Day

March 17 // ALL DAY

Wear green and get $5 off your green fee

National Puppy Day

March 23 // ALL DAY Show a picture of your furry best friend and get $5 off your green fee

Aerification of Greens March 15-22 // All Day

Leagues- several leagues participate during the week.

If you work in one of these areas join in the fun.

While greens are sandy receive 1/2 off all regular daily fees

Squadron Tournaments– Bring your event to the course. We host many events throughout the year.

With your event we provide shotgun starts for larger groups , scoring , cart name recognition for players and beverage services.

March Special ALL MONTH

Walk and play 18 holes for $15, ride and play 18 holes for $25

Pro Shop– Name brand merchandise at below average pricing make Tinker a great place for all of your golfing needs. From golf balls to that new shirt you have been eyeing. Come in and get the best deal around.

Monthly Fun Tournaments– Have you ever putted in a sand trap or played 18 par 3’s in one round? How about holes ranging up to 1000 yards long? At Tinker you can do this and more by participating in our “fun” monthly events.

Family Tees– A shorter course for young and beginning golfers. These forward tees marked on the cart paths on the front nine provide young and beginning golfers the same chance at par as more experienced players from regular tees.

Soccer Golf– Still available on our front nine if you aren’t really into regular golf but like soccer. Friends can play mixed matches of golf and soccer golf.

Current dress code– No vulgar shirts. Uniforms can be worn on the range and putting green but not on the course. Only golf or tennis shoes may be worn. No boots, cleats other than golf. No cutoff shorts.

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4 Spring Cleaning Tip Clean Room by Room

Approaching your house room by room is the most effective way to deep clean it. Create cleaning checklists for each room to help you get organized and to remind you of the areas that need extra attention. Feel free to skip the areas that have been cleaned recently, and focus on the parts of your home that were largely neglected over the winter.

Tackle the Seasonal Chores

Many chores need to be done seasonally, especially in preparation for warmer weather. So incorporate them into your spring-cleaning routine to get them out of the way early.

For instance, tackle outdoor chores, such as cleaning the grill, patio, and outsides of windows, as soon as the weather warms up. Also, store winter clothing, bedding, decor, and other items. And pull out your spring items to give your home a refreshed look.

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ps Organize and Clear the Clutter

One of the biggest parts of spring cleaning is often getting rid of clutter. A systematic four-step approach can be helpful for this. Identify problem areas, analyze reasons for the clutter, determine solutions, and implement these remedies. Sorting your belongings into four categories— trash, give away, store, or put away—can also be effective as you go through the spring-cleaning process. Move the clutter out as soon as possible, whether it’s bringing a donation box to a charity or planning a yard sale.

Keep Cleaning Products to a Minimum

If you need to shop for new cleaning products for spring cleaning, keep your items to a minimum.

Myriad cleaning supplies can create unnecessary clutter, and you probably don’t need all of them to keep your home fresh and clean. Opt for a good allpurpose cleaner and microfiber cloths. Those items will cover the majority of surfaces in your home.

Then, purchase other specialty cleaning supplies only as needed.

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U ni te Pro gra m

Unite Program Bldg. 478 // 405.734.3567 Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

BUILDING UNIT COHESION THROUGH GROUP RECREATION Why Unite?

There are so many ways the Unite Program can be used. The main focus of the program is to build unit cohesion. The program can be used to develop a new skill, or competency, improve physical fitness, increase moral, promote interaction, have fun and so much more!

Goals 1. Support SQ Leaders 2. Maximize use of FSS Facilities 3. Measure Impact 4. Provide maximum flexibility to SQ commanders Program Development 1. Ready to Execute (RTE): FSS Related events should be considered first as they are pre-approved and easy to implement. This also keeps funds on the installation.

2. Unit Developed Program (UDP): UDP’s capitalize on opportunities in the local area and require prior approval from the AFSVC. Approval may take up to 30 days.

3. Volunteer/Free: Charitable work provides a cost-effective team building activity that allows co-workers to see each other in a new light and can make a real difference in your community. Free events do not need approval, but information still needs to be captured.

Eligibility Unite programs benefit all airmen in a unit including assigned active duty, reserve and APF/NAF Civilians.

Family members can participate but they must pay any applicable fees

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