Sam's Club is holding an open house nationally for all military. To appreciate you all for your service your Airman can come into Sam's club on the below dates and actually shop for free in Fairbanks with no membership and no 10 % Upcharge.
OPEN HOUSE dates:
Dec 1
Dec 15
10 am to 8:30pm
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Dining Facility Thanksgiving Information
Don’t feel like cooking for Thanksgiving or is your spouse working that day?
Meet your spouse at the Dining facility and enjoy Thanksgiving together.
The Two Seasons Dinning Facility is open to all families on Thanksgiving Day.
Doors open at 11am for the feast.
There will be Turkey, Ham, Roast, Toss Salad, Shrimp Cocktail, Macaroni Salad, Mashed Potatoes, Veggies, Fruit Salad, Pumpkin Pie, Pecan Pie, Ice Cream, and much more. You pay by item and it is inexpensive.
Thanks Kari for the information!
Meet your spouse at the Dining facility and enjoy Thanksgiving together.
The Two Seasons Dinning Facility is open to all families on Thanksgiving Day.
Doors open at 11am for the feast.
There will be Turkey, Ham, Roast, Toss Salad, Shrimp Cocktail, Macaroni Salad, Mashed Potatoes, Veggies, Fruit Salad, Pumpkin Pie, Pecan Pie, Ice Cream, and much more. You pay by item and it is inexpensive.
Thanks Kari for the information!
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Holiday Hours
Fitness Center
27 Nov - Thanksgiving - Closed
28 Nov - 0800-1800
29 Nov - 0800-1800
30 Nov - 0800-1800
1 Dec - 0430, resumes to 24/7 ops
Arts and Crafts
27 Nov - Closed
28 Nov - 1000-1600
Auto/Wood Skills
27 Nov - Closed
Library
27 Nov - Closed
Bowling Center
26 Nov - Closes at 1400
27 Nov - Closed
28 Nov - Opens at 1500
Youth Center
27 Nov - Closed
28 Nov - Closed
Yukon Club
27 Nov - Closed
28 Nov - 1700-0200
29 Nov - 1700-0200
30 Nov - 0800-1400
Community Center
27 Nov - Closed
28 Nov - Closed
27 Nov - Thanksgiving - Closed
28 Nov - 0800-1800
29 Nov - 0800-1800
30 Nov - 0800-1800
1 Dec - 0430, resumes to 24/7 ops
Arts and Crafts
27 Nov - Closed
28 Nov - 1000-1600
Auto/Wood Skills
27 Nov - Closed
Library
27 Nov - Closed
Bowling Center
26 Nov - Closes at 1400
27 Nov - Closed
28 Nov - Opens at 1500
Youth Center
27 Nov - Closed
28 Nov - Closed
Yukon Club
27 Nov - Closed
28 Nov - 1700-0200
29 Nov - 1700-0200
30 Nov - 0800-1400
Community Center
27 Nov - Closed
28 Nov - Closed
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Squadron Thanksgiving Feed
You are invited to come join the squadron for its annual Thanksgiving Feed.
The feed will be on Tuesday, November 25th at 4pm in the squadron training room.
The feed will be on Tuesday, November 25th at 4pm in the squadron training room.
Squadron & Children's Holiday Party planning meetings
There will be a Squadron Holiday Party planning meeting on Friday, November 21st at 3pm with the Children’s Holiday Party planning meeting immediately following.
UPDATE ***CRANBERRY SAUCE REQUEST***
The Squadron is still in need of approximately 50 regular sized cans of cranberry sauce (no Sam's Club mega-cans) for Thanksgiving meals for needy Airman.
Hopefully we can get all the cans needed by Friday.
Drop off at the First Sergeant's Office.
Hopefully we can get all the cans needed by Friday.
Drop off at the First Sergeant's Office.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
GINGERBREAD HOUSE CONTEST
Saturday, December 6 at the Carlson Center
Contest Rules
*Entries must have major components such as walls and roofs constructed of gingerbread (not graham crackers, cookies, etc.)
*Entries must have been constructed in 2008
*Electrical outlets will NOT be available; please keep this in mind when designing your entry
*There are no size limitations; however, if your display does not fit on a 30" x 6' oblong or 72" round table, please call Krystin Bogan, 459-7531, no later than 4pm Wednesday, Dec 3, to make special arrangements. All entries must be mounted on a sturdy base.
*Entries will be received between 8:30 and 9:30am
Open to the public for viewing from 9:30am to 4pm. Vote for your favorite entries until 2:30pm. Winners will be announced at 3:15pm. Entries must be picked up between 3:30 and 4pm.
Contest Divisions
*Adult (age 17 & older)
*Juniors (ages 12-16)
*Youth (under age 12)
*Group (2 or more people of any age)
*Children's Group (2 or more people, all under age 12)
Prizes will be awarded for first place in each division
You be the Judge!
Winners in the five divisions will be determined by viewer voting, with overall grand champion selected by the Daily News-Miner Gingerbread House Committee.
For more information, call Krystin Bogan, 459-7531
Contest Rules
*Entries must have major components such as walls and roofs constructed of gingerbread (not graham crackers, cookies, etc.)
*Entries must have been constructed in 2008
*Electrical outlets will NOT be available; please keep this in mind when designing your entry
*There are no size limitations; however, if your display does not fit on a 30" x 6' oblong or 72" round table, please call Krystin Bogan, 459-7531, no later than 4pm Wednesday, Dec 3, to make special arrangements. All entries must be mounted on a sturdy base.
*Entries will be received between 8:30 and 9:30am
Open to the public for viewing from 9:30am to 4pm. Vote for your favorite entries until 2:30pm. Winners will be announced at 3:15pm. Entries must be picked up between 3:30 and 4pm.
Contest Divisions
*Adult (age 17 & older)
*Juniors (ages 12-16)
*Youth (under age 12)
*Group (2 or more people of any age)
*Children's Group (2 or more people, all under age 12)
Prizes will be awarded for first place in each division
You be the Judge!
Winners in the five divisions will be determined by viewer voting, with overall grand champion selected by the Daily News-Miner Gingerbread House Committee.
For more information, call Krystin Bogan, 459-7531
The Holiday Marketplace at the Carlson Center
November 14, 15, & 16, 2008
Show Dates & Hours
Friday, November 14 - 12 noon to 8 pm
Saturday, November 15 - 10 am to 7 pm
Sunday, November 16- 11 am to 5 pm
The Holiday Marketplace is a one stop Christmas shopping extravaganza for Fairbanks and outlying areas. From hand made soap, to beaded earrings, to imported wool sweaters... Its all together in one location on one floor with lots of free parking.
Show Dates & Hours
Friday, November 14 - 12 noon to 8 pm
Saturday, November 15 - 10 am to 7 pm
Sunday, November 16- 11 am to 5 pm
The Holiday Marketplace is a one stop Christmas shopping extravaganza for Fairbanks and outlying areas. From hand made soap, to beaded earrings, to imported wool sweaters... Its all together in one location on one floor with lots of free parking.
Spouses' Meeting **CANCELLED**
The Spouses' meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 20th has been CANCELLED.
Friday, November 7, 2008
**CANCELLED** Squadron Holiday Party Meeting
THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Friday, November 7th at 3pm
Squadron Conference Room
Friday, November 7th at 3pm
Squadron Conference Room
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Customer Appreciation at THE KNOTTY SHOP
The Knotty Shop is having a customer appreciation sale on November 8 & 9.
20% Off your ENTIRE PURCHASE
Start your Christmas shopping now!
The Knotty Shop is located at 32 Mile Richardson Highway. 8.5 miles south of Eielson in Salcha.
488-3014
20% Off your ENTIRE PURCHASE
Start your Christmas shopping now!
The Knotty Shop is located at 32 Mile Richardson Highway. 8.5 miles south of Eielson in Salcha.
488-3014
Stress Less Holiday Class
The Holidays are nearly here and we know just how crazy they can get. Here is a class to give you ideas on how to make this the best (and least stressful) holiday ever. This is designed to be interactive and fun - so bring your scary stories of Christmases past (yep, decoration nightmares, cooked cookbooks, burnt turkeys, etc) and we'll help you not let them happen again - or ever!
Contact the HAWC to sign up:
377-WELL (9355)
hawc@eielson.af.mil
Contact the HAWC to sign up:
377-WELL (9355)
hawc@eielson.af.mil
Self Initiated Care Kit (SICK) Classes
This Kit includes:
* Take Care of Yourself Handbook
* An interactive and fun class that shows you exactly how to use the "Take Care of Yourself" Handbook and how to stay safe and healthy in our Alaskan environment.
* A SICK card that allows you to receive Over the Counter medications at the 354th Medical Group Pharmacy without having to make an appointment first! Saves you time and money!
Upcoming classes at the HAWC:
November 19 at 3pm
December 3 at 5pm
December 17 at 5pm
To sign up, call or email the HAWC:
377-WELL (9355)
hawc@eielson.af.mil
* Take Care of Yourself Handbook
* An interactive and fun class that shows you exactly how to use the "Take Care of Yourself" Handbook and how to stay safe and healthy in our Alaskan environment.
* A SICK card that allows you to receive Over the Counter medications at the 354th Medical Group Pharmacy without having to make an appointment first! Saves you time and money!
Upcoming classes at the HAWC:
November 19 at 3pm
December 3 at 5pm
December 17 at 5pm
To sign up, call or email the HAWC:
377-WELL (9355)
hawc@eielson.af.mil
ICEMAN SHUFFLE
The Iceman Shuffle has moved indoors for winter! We will be having "walk-n-talks" every Wednesday from 1300-1400 at the Youth Center in their gym. This is sponsored by Access Eielson. If you have any questions on helping agencies, resources around base, or need a good excuse to get out and meet some great people - this is for you!
Spouses' Dining In 2009
It is that time of year again to start planning the 2009 Spouses Dining In. We will start having meetings every Wednesday on 12 Nov 2008 promptly starting at 6:00p.m. at the Yukon Club in the bar area. This Dining In is for all spouses affiliated with Eielson. Please join us for all the details on this years event.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Operation Christmas Child at the Chapel
November 7th at the Eielson AFB Chapel from 5pm-8pm.
Boxes will be available.
Pizza and drinks will be served.
For more information on Operation Christmas Child, go to:
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/OCC/
Boxes will be available.
Pizza and drinks will be served.
For more information on Operation Christmas Child, go to:
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/OCC/
November Vet Clinics
Vet clinics for this month will be available on November 14, 19, and 21.
The following services are available: Health Certificates, General health checks, Routine vaccinations, minor sick-call appointments, and micro-chipping.
Call 377-1176 for an appointment.
The following services are available: Health Certificates, General health checks, Routine vaccinations, minor sick-call appointments, and micro-chipping.
Call 377-1176 for an appointment.
Operation Cookie Crunch **December 12**
Operation Cookie Crunch cookie drop-off will be 8am-2pm Dec 12 at the Yukon Club.
The goal is to have 650 cookies donated by Dec 12. All cookies will go to single, dorm-dwelling airmen for the holiday season.
Cookies can also be dropped off Dec 8-12 at the following locations:
Fire Station 1, Fire Station 2, Any of the schools on base, CE head shop and the Chapel.
The goal is to have 650 cookies donated by Dec 12. All cookies will go to single, dorm-dwelling airmen for the holiday season.
Cookies can also be dropped off Dec 8-12 at the following locations:
Fire Station 1, Fire Station 2, Any of the schools on base, CE head shop and the Chapel.
Holiday Bazaar at the Community Center
November 15th, 2008 12pm-4pm
A great opportunity to get your Christmas shopping done early! Beauty Products, Kids Toys, Jewelry, Gourmet food, Candles, Scrapbooking, gift wrapping, and much more! Enjoy hot chocolate, treats and drawings every hour!!
Need more info call 687-4804.
This event is sponsored by individuals and their respective companies.
A great opportunity to get your Christmas shopping done early! Beauty Products, Kids Toys, Jewelry, Gourmet food, Candles, Scrapbooking, gift wrapping, and much more! Enjoy hot chocolate, treats and drawings every hour!!
Need more info call 687-4804.
This event is sponsored by individuals and their respective companies.
Commissary Hours for Veteran's Day
The Commissary will be open on Veteran’s Day, Tuesday the 11th of November.
Please note that instead of our normal 0800 Tuesday opening, we will open 1000-1900.
Please note that instead of our normal 0800 Tuesday opening, we will open 1000-1900.
It's getting cold...when can I plug in my car????
Gas Operated Vehicles may be plugged in when temperatures fall below (or predicted to fall below), negative 10 degrees Fahrenheit (F) during the current reporting period.
Diesel Operated Vehicles my be plugged in at positive 15 degrees F or colder.
Reporting periods are 0700-1200, 1200-1700, and 1700-0700.
If the temperature rises above the allowable limit during a reporting period, a plugged-in vehicle will not be considered in violation.
Temperature information may be obtained by calling the base weather recording at 377-6127.
Enforcement of this will be carried out by Security Forces at the direction of the Mission Support Group Commander for base housing areas, and by the facility managers for their respective buildings.
Offenders will be referred to their squadron commander/first sergeant (or immediate supervisor for civilians) for properly documented counseling.
Diesel Operated Vehicles my be plugged in at positive 15 degrees F or colder.
Reporting periods are 0700-1200, 1200-1700, and 1700-0700.
If the temperature rises above the allowable limit during a reporting period, a plugged-in vehicle will not be considered in violation.
Temperature information may be obtained by calling the base weather recording at 377-6127.
Enforcement of this will be carried out by Security Forces at the direction of the Mission Support Group Commander for base housing areas, and by the facility managers for their respective buildings.
Offenders will be referred to their squadron commander/first sergeant (or immediate supervisor for civilians) for properly documented counseling.
Military Appreciation Day at the UAF Museum
Military Appreciation at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Museum of the North
Saturday, November 8th
Explore the museum's exhibits, enjoy activities for children and visit with Alaska Native artists.
Free admission all day
Saturday, November 8th
Explore the museum's exhibits, enjoy activities for children and visit with Alaska Native artists.
Free admission all day
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