RAF Lakenheath community bulletins, August 31 - September 6 Published Aug. 31, 2007 ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- OCSC annual special The Lakenheath Officers' and Civilians' Spouses club annual special activities coffee is Sep 11 at the Liberty Club Ballroom at 10 a.m., call to order is at 10:30 a.m. Cost for members is $6.95, non members are $8.95, new members visit free the first time. RSVP by Sep to lakenheathocsc@yahoo.com. Abandoned vehicles Security Forces investigations office will remove abandoned vehicles free of charge and without retribution. U.K. specification vehicles may bring the V-5, pink card and keys to Security Forces Investigations at building 1165. U.S. spec. vehicles require a form 5, V-5, pink card and keys. For more information, call 226-1622. Munitions Storage area limited support The Munitions Storage Area will be offering limited support from Sep 1-31 to conduct semi-annual inventory. Issue requests must be submitted to Munitions Accountability by Aug 20 and picked up Aug 29 in order to meet scheduling requirements. All munitions turn-ins completed with Munitions Inspection no later than Sep 29. Emergency issue requests must be justified and approved in writing by the requesting unit's group commander or equivalent. Normal operations will resume on Oct 1. For more information, the Munitions storage area at 226-1965. Microsoft Certification Program Central Texas College is offering an opportunity for students to prepare for Microsoft and Comp TIA Certification exams. For more information, visit the CTC office at the Education Center or call 226-3507. RAF Lakenheath worship schedule Catholic Saturday mass 5 p.m. Sunday mass 9:30 a.m. Holy day masses 11:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Reconciliation: Saturday 4 p.m. or by appointment Protestant All Protestant services held on Sundays Liturgical service 8 a.m. Traditional Protestant service 11 a.m. Gospel service 12:30 p.m. Contemporary service 4:30 p.m. For more information about chapel programs please call 226-3711. The duty Chaplain can be contracted after duty hours via the Command Post at 226-4800. WIC Overseas Women, Infants and Children Overseas offers free milk, infant formula and other foods to eligible families. WIC staff can answer questions about breast-feeding, starting solids and any other questions. For more information, call 226-1728. Breast-feeding support group A breastfeeding support group meets on the forth Thursday of the month at 11 a.m. at the Lakenheath WIC Overseas Office, Bldg 950. For more information, call 226-1728. Animal welfare officer The animal welfare officer handles all pet concerns. The AWO provides education and information on owning a pet on a military installation. For more information, call the pet welfare office at 226-5796. Airman and Family Readiness Center Sep courses Pre-separation briefing A pre-separation briefing is Aug. 7 and 21 from1-3p.m., and Aug. 14 and 28 from 9-11 a.m. This class fulfills the mandatory requirement for all personnel retiring or separating from the military. Financial foundations Financial foundations training is Sep. 7, 14, 21 and 28 and 31 from 8-9 a.m. The money management class includes goal setting, budgeting, credit and debt management and basic investing. Newcomer's bus tour A newcomer's bus tour is Sep 7, 21, and 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The tour includes visiting the historical town of Bury St. Edmunds, the cathedral, eating in a pub, shopping and free time to explore. The tour on Sep 14 will be to Duxford Imperial War Museum. Sponsorship training Sponsorship training is Sep 10 from 1-3 p.m. All first time active duty sponsors and those who have not had training in over a year are required to attend sponsorship training. The training reviews the basic requirements of sponsorship and provides useful resources to better assist the newcomer. Bundles for Babies A bundles for babies course is Sep. 14 from 9 a.m. to noon. This is an educational program for expectant parents, which focuses on budgeting for a baby, bonding with your baby, WIC Overseas Office and childcare options. Employment connections An employment connections course is Sep 17 from 9 a.m. to noon. This class will instruct on the local labor market and what jobs are available on and off base. Personnel specialists will be available to answer questions concerning hiring procedures. Four-day transition assistance program workshop A 4-day TAP workshop is 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sep. 19-21. Participants will learn how to write effective resumes and cover letters, interviewing techniques and successful job search methods. Pet scoop A pet scoop class is Sep. 19 from 3-5 p.m. The class provides pet specialists to answer questions regarding transportation requirements for pets and to assist military families in properly planning for the shipment of pets. Resume writing and interview techniques A resume writing and interview techniques class is Sep 26 from 9 to 11 a.m. The class teaches basic resume formatting with sample resumes as well as interviewing skills and techniques. For more information on Airmen and Family Readiness Center courses, call 226-3847. Key Spouse Training Key Spouse training will be Sep 6 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The training gives guidance on the responsibilities and expectations associated with being a Key Spouse as well as familiarizing spouses with base resources. Pre-separation briefing A pre-separation briefing is Sep 4 and 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. and Sep 11 and 25 from 9 to 11 a.m. The class fulfills the mandatory requirement for all personnel retiring or separating from the military. Movie Maker 101 A Movie Maker 101 class is Sep 13 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. The class teaches how to use Windows Movie Maker, Microsoft Photo Story and Producer to turn pictures into a movie. RAF Lakenheath American Red Cross ARC volunteers needed The American Red Cross has numerous volunteer positions available throughout the base. For more information, call 226-1855. First aid courses A CPR, First Aid and automated external defibrillator course is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sep 22. The course costs $45, to sign up call 226-1855. Babysitting course The American Red Cross offers regular babysitting courses for $32. For more information, call 226-1855. Information, Tickets and Travel trips September 9- Colchester Zoo September 15- Windsor Castle Legoland Buckingham Palace September 16- Buckingham Palace September 22- London DYO with Tour London Pubs Guided Tour September 23- Madame Tussaud's and Chamber Live Hampton Court Palace September 29- Stratford-Upon-Avon and Kenilworth Castle September 30- Sandringham House, Museum and Gardens September 31- Sandringham House, Museum and Gardens For more information, call the RAF Lakenheath ITT office at 226-2979. 48th Services briefs Family Fun Night A family craft night is 6-8 p.m., Sep 7 at the Feltwell Community Center. For more information, call 226-7023. Car Boot Sale The Feltwell Community Center autumn car boot sale is Sep 22 at 10 a.m. For more information call the Feltwell Community Center at 226-7023. Deep Sea Fishing Lakenheath Outdoor Recreation deep sea fishing trip is Sep 22 off from Lowestoft. For more information call Lakenheath Outdoor Recreation at 226-2146. Autumn Classic The Breckland Pines Golf Course Autumn Classic is Sep 8 from 7:30 a.m. Sign up by Wednesday, September 3. There will be prizes for individual, gross and net. Food will be available after the event. For more information, call Breckland Pines Golf Course at 226-2223. Auto Hobby All Niter The Lakenheath Auto Hobby All Niter is Sept 15 from 9 a.m. to Sep. 16 at 9 p.m. The shop will serve free pizza at 10 p.m. so you can keep working on your vehicle. Reserve your spot for 36 hours of fix it fun. Call the Auto Hobby Complex at 226-2454 for details. Pregnancy Exercise Class A pregnancy exercise class is Sep 26 from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Lakenheath Fitness and Sports Center. The class provides basic moderate intensity circuit training geared for pregnant women cleared by their Primary Care Manager. For more information, call the Lakenheath Fitness and Sports Center at 226-3607. Family Bingo A family bingo night is Sep 14 from 6 to 7 p.m., at the Feltwell Community Center. There will be prizes for everyone. Games are $2. For more information, call the Feltwell Community Center at 226-7023. Craft Fair A craft fair is Sep 15 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Lakenheath Arts and Crafts Center. There will be a wide variety of craft items to choose from. For more information, call the Lakenheath Arts and Crafts Center at 226-2194. Kuk Sool Won The Lakenheath Fitness and Sports Center offers classes for this unique form of martial art. Adult Classes Sundays- 6:15-7:45pm Tuesdays- 7-9p.m. Fridays- 7:30-8:45p.m. Junior Classes Sundays- 5-6p.m. Fridays- 6:30-7:30 p.m. Power Hour Incentive Program Power Hour is an interactive after-school homework assistance program at the Lakenheath Youth Center for children six to 18 years of age weekdays 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Power Hour work is conducted in a fun after-school environment using "Homework Helpers," adults or older students who supervise completion of a Club member's homework. Youth are encouraged to go above and beyond just homework and are given opportunities to earn incentives while completing their tasks. For more information, call the Lakenheath Youth Center at 226-5437. Air Force Gallery Showcase The Lakenheath Arts & Crafts Center is hosting a art contest. Submissions are being accepted Beginning Sep 3 for photographs, art or crafts. Entry deadline is Sep 8. There will be a recognition ceremony for all participants at Eagles' Landing on Oct 4. All art entries will be returned after the ceremony. For more information, visit or call the Arts and Crafts center at 226-2194. Late Niter The Liberty Club will have a Late Niter, Sep 21 from 10 p.m. - 3 a.m. For more information, call the Liberty Club at 226-1611. Pre-Teen Night There will be a pre-teen night at the Lakenheath Youth Center with snacks, pizza, games, movies and fun Sep 8, 7-11 p.m. Sign up by 5p.m., Sep 6. Ages 6-12, costs $7 per child. For more information, call the Lakenheath Youth Center at 226-5437. Air Force 60th Anniversary Special All games are 60¢ at Liberty Lanes from Sep 16-17 from 11a.m. - 8p.m. For more information, call Liberty Lanes at 226-2108. Boys & Girls Clubs of America Day for Kids The Lakenheath Youth program for the BGCA National Day for Kids is Sep 15 from 3-7 p.m. The youth center will provide games, inflatables, music, a poetry contest and fun. For more information call the youth center at 226-5437. Visit the all new 48 Services Squadron website at www.48svs.com.