Squadron Holiday Party

The Squadron's Holiday Party will be at the Yukon Club in the McKinley Room on Sunday, December 23rd. Social Hour will begin at 6pm with dinner at 7pm. Dress is Alaska casual and each SFS member may bring one (1) adult guest (spouse). The cost is FREE.
Come join us for: entertainment, door prizes, food, fun, drink

Squadron Thanksgiving Feast

The Squadron's Thanksgiving Feast will be at the squadron on Friday, November 9th at noon.

**Correction to Give Parents A Break**

The Oct dates/times have changed and are as follows:

Oct 6 1230-1730hrs

Oct 19 1830-2330hrs

Mili-Kits from the Postal Service

Free Military Care Package Kit Offer From the US Postal Service

Since Priority Mail(r) supplies are the packaging of choice for families preparing care packages for service members overseas, the USPS(r) has created a "Mili-kit" based on the items most frequently requested by the military. The kit contains: Three (3) each of flat rate boxes O-FRB1 and O-FRB2; Two (2) each of Cube boxes OBOX7; Address labels - Label # 228 8 each; Address labels - Label # 106-A 1 each; Customs FORM 2976-A 8 EA.; Customs FORM 2976-E 8 EA. The kit may be requested by calling 1-800-610-8734 (Packing Supply) and: Choose your language (1 is English, 2 is Spanish); Choose option 1 (it states it is for Express Mail(r), Priority Mail or Global Express Guaranteed(r) products); When you reach a live agent,
request CAREKIT04; Please allow 7-10 days for delivery.

Thrift Store

Eielson's thrift store is open 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays on the corner of North and Central Streets in the used car parking lot. The thrift shop sells toys, housewares, books, jewelry, baby items and more. For more information, call 377-5274.

Info Line

Information regarding a variety of topics such as road conditions, weather, movies, and services squadron activities and events are now included on what used to be exclusively the public affairs information line. While PA still posts information to the info line as needed, the other areas mentioned will also be available by pressing the button indicated for your needs by the telephone voice prompts. The phone number is 377-INFO.

Commissary undergoes renovations

The Eielson commissary is scheduled to undergo renovations Sept. 23 and will be open for regular hours by Sept. 25. The Customer Service department will be stripped of the current registers and replaced with newer models. "The biggest change is not so much the registers themselves, but the process and speed of the transactions," said Melissa Krol, Eielson commissary secretary. She said there will be two self-scan registers and five personnel-manned registers. Personal checks will be electronically debited at the time of transaction and given back to the customer. Furthermore, debit and credit transactions will be quicker and paperless. "With the new features, there will be no break in service to our patrons, the process will start and finish during our off days," said Mrs. Krol.

Deployed Family Social September 21st

We are still taking RSVP for the monthly social, Fri 21 Sep 1730-1930hrs @ Community Center (downstairs). We will be serving spaghetti, garlic bread, and salad.

*****For the family activity we will taking family photos, printing them on transfer paper and ironing them on pillowcases that can be sent to the deployed spouse.*******

If you are already signed up encourage another family with a deployed member to attend this function. Email or call the center at 377-2178 to sign-up.

HAWC Challenge

This challenge is for everyone, not just our staff. It is designed to be
fun and get you thinking about your healthy habits. Pick a start date
that will allow a full 30 days before Oct 30 (last day to complete the
challenge) and initial off each of the tasks as you do them. Turn your
sheet in at the HAWC when completed - limited number of prizes
available! If you have any questions, please call us at 377-6662. We
hope you enjoy the challenge.

Base Theater Movie Schedule Sept 20-23

Thursday Sept 20
BRATZ (PG)

Friday Sept 21
RUSH HOUR 3 (PG13)

Saturday Sept 22
STARDUST (PG13)

Sunday Sept 23
RUSH HOUR 3 (PG13)

Base Theater Movie Schedule Sept 6-9

Thursday Sept 6
WHO'S YOUR CADDY? (PG 13)

Friday Sept 7
THE BOURNE ULTIMATIUM (PG13)

Saturday Sept 8
NO RESERVATIONS (PG)

Sunday Sept 9
THE BOURNE ULTIMATE (PG13)

Hearts Apart Update

MSgt Donald H. Murray has taken over the Hearts Apart program.

We have picked up the movie tickets for September and they are available at
the front desk. They are limited but please stop in to get them until we
run out.

There is also a change to the Give Parents A Break program with two
nights per month available. If you wish to participate in this so you
can have some "you" time please stop by the center for a voucher. Here are
the dates:
September 2007- February 2008
Sept 14 1830-2330
Sept 29 1230-1730
Oct 6 1830-2330
Oct 19 1230-1730
Nov 3 1230-1730
Nov 16 1830-2330
Dec 1 1230-1730
Dec 21 1830-2330
Jan 5 1230-1730
Jan 18 1830-2230
Feb 2 1230-1730
Feb 15 1830-2230

The next months Deployed Social is scheduled for September 21st and we are planning the
event now. We will be doing a project the kids can send to their deployed parents once they leave. There will be spaghetti, salad and bread for dinner to save you from being tied to the stove that night.

If you need the oil change certificate for your vehicle don't forget to
stop by the AFRC.

Holiday Greetings Program to visit Eielson

An Army and Air Force Hometown News Service holiday greetings team will set up Oct. 16 at the base exchange. The team will record individual 10 to 20-second greetings for the holiday season aimed at family and friends back home. Anyone with a family tie within the U.S. and its territories are eligible.

All service members, their families, as well as DoD civilians, who will be outside of the U.S. during the holiday season are encouraged to participate. For more information about local dates and times, see your unit public affairs office.

S.I.C.K. Classes

Are you interested in being able to get over the counter medications from the Medical Clinic without making an appointment?

Our new S.I.C.K. class allows you to do that and more. This "Self Initiated Care Kit" (or SICK) class includes instruction on using the "Take care of Yourself" Handbook, a S.I.C.K Card that allows you access to over the counter Medications (Tylenol (adult, infant, and children); Sudafed; Claritin; Dimetapp; Robitussin; Bacitracin Ointment; Menthol Cough drops; Hydrocortisone cream; Maaloz Plus extra strength; Saline Nose Spray; and Benadryl) at the 354th Medical Group Pharmacy, and how to stay safe and healthy in our Alaskan Environment. Please call the Health and Wellness Center at 377-6662 to sign up.

The next SICK classes will be held September 12, October 3 and October 17.

BX/Arts and Crafts/Commissary Access

Due to traffic congestion at the BX entrances along Central; access to the existing BX, Arts and Crafts, Commissary, Burger King, and School Age Program will be from Broadway only until the excavation, demolition and backfill activities are finished.

September Squadron Spouses' Meeting

The next monthly meeting will be held Thursday, September 13 in the squadron training room @ 600 pm.

We will be planning the children's Halloween party.

We will be:
1- choosing a date, time and place;
2-picking games and crafts for the children to do; for a total of 6 activities;
3- discussing prizes for the games;
4-choosing a date for the October meeting (which will be used to follow up with everybody on last minute party matters.

Hope to see you there!

ASYMCA (FT WAINWRIGHT) THRIFT STORE SALE

Get 15 items priced $5.00 and below FREE of charge from ASYMCA Thrift Store Tuesday, August 28 and Thursday, August 30

E-5 and below only
Excludes consignment items
Military ID required
Bldg 1031, Chestnut St., North Post, Ft. Wainwright
(907) 356-1211

Access to the Thrift Store will be from the parking lot on the BACK SIDE of the building from Chestnut St. as of Monday, August 20th. The front parking lot on 102nd St. will be closed for an unspecified period of time due to construction in the area. Recommended route is Apple St. to 100th, right on Chestnut (local access IS PERMITTED, so ignore the Road Closed sign)

Base Theater Movie Schedule Aug 23-26

Thursday Aug 23
HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX (PG13)

Friday Aug 24
TRANSFORMERS (PG13)

Saturday Aug 25
I NOW PRONOUNCE YOU CHUCK & LARRY (PG13)

Sunday Aug 26
TRANSFORMERS (PG13)

Deployed Spouses' Monthly Social

Sponsored by the Airman and Family Readiness Center !

Includes DINNER!!!! (who doesn't like a night off from cooking)

Usually held @ Community Center. Please RSVP @ 377-2178

Fitness Center Construction Update

Time for a few updates of things happening at the Fitness Center during construction:

1. The water fountains have been removed until the new tile can be laid, then they will be reinstalled. We have one water fountain upstairs behind the bleachers off of the gym floor.

2. The main air handler will be turned off Thursday 16 Aug. It will be removed and a new one will be installed. This process will take about 2 weeks. It could get a bit stuffy in the facility during this process.

3. The hallway between the current front desk area and the lockers/pool will be closed 20/21 Aug. The alternate entrance to these locations will be at the opposite end of the facility close to the pool. The side door off of Central Ave. This is for safety while they remove some of the duct work associated with the air handler.

Thank you for your patience,
Susan L. Trejo, MSgt USAF
Director Fitness & Sports Baker Field House Eielson AFB, AK
377-4489

Hearts Apart Updates

- Starting 1 Sep the base pool will be free to all base personnel.

- The week of 9 Sep the base pool will be closed for maintenance.

- Give Parents A Break will be going to twice a month. One Friday night and one Saturday afternoon starting in Sep. I will get the schedule out as soon as I get it.

- Sat 25 Aug from 2-4pm at the Par Course Pavilion will be our Monthly Social. BBQ chicken, beans, potato salad, games and goodies for kids of all ages. RSVP NLT 22 Aug either by email or calling the center at 377-2178.

- Don't forget free base theater movie tickets. Stop by the center to pick them up.

Pharmacy Renovations at Clinic

The Medical Group Pharmacy will be undergoing a major renovation from 13 August to approximately 7 September. During this time, prescriptions will be dispensed from the Health and Wellness Center (HAWC) within the clinic. Hours of operation will not change, however wait times may increase as pill counting automation will not be available in the temporary location. Ample signage will be posted around the clinic directing patients to the temporary location.

HEARTLINK AUGUST 21

HEARTLINK , August 21 at the Aurora Club
Who should attend this program? All Air Force Spouses. This program covers, How the Air Force functions, what helping agencies are available on base, how to access those helping agencies, what benefits you have as an Air Force spouse and what many of these acronyms mean. Benefits of attending this include, meeting the Wing Commander, receiving your own Heart Link coin, meeting other spouses and having a day of fun. The class is only ONE day, from 8:00am - 2:30pm at the Aurora Club! Enjoy a free lunch and possibly win a door prize provided by the Base Exchange. Child care provided (Care provided by our network of Home Day Care Provider). Individuals requiring child care are to make their own arrangements with one of the approved home day care providers on base. Call AFRC for more information about child care. Reservations are required, please call the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 377-2178 to sign up for this event.

Winter Orientation for Newcomers to Alaska

"Cheechako"

Winter Orientation

(Cheechako means a tenderfoot or greenhorn: A newcomer to Alaska)

Wednesday 19 Sept 07

or

Wednesday 17 Oct 07

9:00-12:00

Yukon Club

Get prepared mentally and physically for the beautiful

yet harsh and cold interior winter!

Learn how to:

combat cabin fever; winter care of your pets; learn about area recreational activities; winter safety; how to dress warmly...and much more valuable information!

Door prizes!

Call AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

AT 377-2178 TO REGISTER

Child care assistance is available if arranged in advance

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