Lakenheath Community Bulletins Published Feb. 8, 2013 By 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- Interested in submitting an announcement or notice to the Lakenheath Community Bulletins? Contact the 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs office at 226-2151 or e-mail 48fw.painternal@lakenheath.af.mil for more information. Did you know that RAF Lakenheath is on Facebook, YouTube and Flickr? Check us out at: Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/#!/RAFLakenheath YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/user/48thFighterWing Flickr - http://www.flickr.com/photos/RAF_Lakenheath ANNOUNCEMENTS A11 construction and closure times A full carriageway closure of B1112, 24 hrs per day will last for approximately 18 months. There will be no access from the A11 onto the B1112, but access to local businesses and residents will be possible from both the A1065 and the A1101. There will also be a temporary speed restriction of 40mph on the sections of B1112 which will be accessible for residents and businesses for the safety of road users and the work force. Flu vaccine available for all ID card holders and their dependents The 48 MDG Immunization Clinic is providing the seasonal influenza vaccine to all beneficiaries. Appointments are not required to receive the vaccine. The clinic walk-in hours are as follows: Monday, 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tuesday, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Wednesday, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. PLAYpass extension The PLAYpass program has now been extended until Dec. 2013. If you or a loved one is deploying, make sure to pick one up at the Airmen & Family Readiness Center, bldg. 950, and start taking advantage of great offers around FSS. American Red Cross offering Healthy Pregnancy, Healthy Baby course The American Red Cross Healthy Pregnancy, Health Baby course provides basic information on what to expect during labor, including how to know if you are in labor, information on your choices, variations and complications in labor and birth. They also offer question and answer sessions with the Anesthesiology Department regarding epidurals (when their schedule permits) and Infant CPR training in conjunction with the course. This class is recommended for parents in the third trimester (around 32 weeks) and is suggested before the labor rehearsal class offered through Labor and Delivery at the hospital. It is offered free-of-charge and is held one Saturday a month for six hours. To learn more, contact your local American Red Cross Office at DSN 226-1855, commercial 01638 52 1855 or e-mail at red.cross2@lakenheath.af.mil. Kids on the Move Kids on the Move is a free program intended to help children become more active and change their approach to exercise. The program is offered year-round, and is open to children ages 4 - 12. Children older than 12 years old are welcome to participate as volunteers, helpers or team leaders. Classes are held at the Lakenheath Elementary School every Tuesday 3:00 - 3:45 p.m., Thursday 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. and Saturday 9:45 - 10:30 a.m. Parents are strongly encouraged to participate during Saturday classes. For more information, contact Fathia Clay at 226-2710 orcompiegne98@gmail.com or Jennifer Herling at 226-7161 or Jennifer.herling.ctr@lakenheath.af.mil. Air Force Personnel Services website name changed to myPers The Air Force Personnel Services (AFPERS) website has changed its name to "myPers." While functionality remains unchanged, the myPers name establishes a foundation for moving towards more customer centric transactions and personalized services. The myPers website remains the one place for all Airmen to take care of their individual personnel needs. To visit the website, click the following link: https://mypers.af.mil U.K. Visa applications update Effective 5 November, all UK VISA applications where the fee has been declined will be rejected and returned by the United Kingdom Border Agency. The applicant will have to resubmit the application with a new payment method and the completed VISA application. A returned VISA application due to a declined payment may cause some applicants to resubmit more than 28 days after their previous VISA's expiration date. This means the dependent(s) will have to leave and apply from outside the U.K. The UKBA is experiencing an increase in declined payments by GTC/CSA users. For this reason, it is imperative that you ensure the GTC/CSA activation and amount so you do not run into any payment issues. The Passport Office advises that applicants submit a cashier's check as their form of payment. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Passport Office at 48fss.passports@lakenheath.af.mil. Interested in giving back to the local community? To receive information regarding current volunteer and community outreach opportunities taking place throughout the local area and here on base, please send your name and contact information to the Airman & Family Readiness Center volunteer coordinator, Vannessa Menefee, at vannessa.menefee@lakenheath.af.mil. Club Membership Drive Become a club member between now and March 31 and receive three months of free dues plus an instant win scratch card! Stop by the Liberty Club for an application and start reaping the benefits today. For details call 226-1611. EVENTS Jurassic Coast Fossil Hunt Learn how to collect fossils over 200 million years old during this trip to the coast with Outdoor Rec from February 23-24. $225 Adults; $195 Child. Must sign up by February 11. For more information call 226-2146. Pancake Day/Mardi Gras Lunch Head to Liberty Lanes on Tuesday, February 12 where you can enjoy a variety of pancakes all day or a special Mardi Gras lunch from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information call 226-2108. Valentine Family Skate Skate cupid's night away at the Page CAC on Thursday, February 14 from 5-7:30 p.m. $5 per person or $15 per family of four. For more information call 226-1627. Valentine's Gourmet Meal Bring your Valentine out for a gourmet meal at the Liberty Club on Thursday, February 14. Cocktails start at 5:30 p.m. with dinner being served at 6:30 p.m. Includes a five-course meal and free rose. Adults only. For details or a reservation call 226-1611. Story Time at the Library Story Time is back at the Library, Thursdays and every second Saturday at 10 a.m. Children can enjoy stories, songs and activities. All ages welcome. For more information, call 226-3713. Chinese New Year Parade Join ITT on Sunday, February 10 as they head to London for this unique parade. Coach departs 8 a.m. /7 p.m. For more information or to book your spot call 226-2979. Cirque du Soleil Kooza Head to London with ITT on Valentine's Day for this special Cirque du Soleil show. Coach departs February 14 at 3 p.m. £70 per person (sold in pairs only). For details call 226-2979. Zombie Night Come to the Liberty Club in your best zombie attire on Saturday, February 16 from 9 p.m.-3 a.m. Prizes awarded to best dressed individuals and groups. For more information call 226-1611. Remote Control Car Night Test out your remote control car at the Page CAC on Saturday, February 16 from 6-8 p.m. FREE. No gas-powered cars allowed. For more information call 226-1627. Scotch Doubles Tournament Don't miss out on all the fantastic prizes you could win at Liberty Lanes on Saturday, February 16 from 6-8:30 p.m. $30 per couple. For more information call 226-2108. Liverpool: Beyond the Beatles Step into the world of the Beatles with Outdoor Recreation from March 9-10. This two day trip includes transportation, one night accommodations and all admissions. $295 Adults; $225 Child. For more information call 226-2146. ITT Discounted Tickets Interested in England attractions? Check out the variety of VAT-free and discounted tickets available at ITT. Discounted Cineworld tickets also available! Stop by today or call 226-2979. Lotus Factory Tour Enjoy an exciting tour of the Lotus Racing Car Factory on Monday, February 18 for a discounted price of only $35 per person. Tour departs the Auto Hobby Complex at 9 a.m. Spots are limited! Call 226-2454 for more information.