Lakenheath Community Bulletins Published Dec. 14, 2012 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 Extended Post Office holiday hours The RAF Lakenheath Post Office is extending service hours for customers this holiday season, Dec. 3 - 24. Finance: Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Parcel Pick-up: Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. On Dec. 24 the parcel pick-up window will be open until midnight. Happy holidays from your local Post Office Staff. 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. Firing range trespass notice The 48th Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms firing range complex that supports RAF Lakenheath and RAF Mildenhall is located at Building 230 at RAF Feltwell. The range complex is in the southwest corner of the base and is surrounded by a perimeter fence clearly marked by danger signs. Hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Friday. When firing is in progress, red range flags or red flashing beacons will be visible from all range complex entrance points. Unauthorized entry to the range complex is illegal and hazardous due to gunfire and airborne lead particles. For more information or for a valid need for entry to the complex, contact the 48th SFS Combat Arms office at DSN 226-7244/7026 or commercial 0163852 7244/7026. 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 521 855 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 more 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 - 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 or compiegne98@gmail.com or Jennifer Herling at 226-7161 or Jennifer.herling.ctr@lakenheath.af.mil. Airman Dorm Leader Wanted Requirements for Dorm Leader position: · RAF Lakenheath Staff Sgt. position opens March 2013 · Cannot be receiving an SRB · Minimum of two years retainability from March 13 · Must obtain permission from AFSC functional for release Application requirements: · Endorsement letter from Unit Commander · Last five EPR's · Data Verification Rip Applications must be submitted by Dec. 21, 2012. For more information, please contact Tom Harrison at 226-2151. Veterans Affairs Overseas Office information The VA Overseas Military Services Coordinator position is designed to assist service-members stationed abroad with answering VA related questions. Stacy Eydelnant is the current OMSC stationed at RAF Lakenheath. Eydelnant serves at RAF Mildenhall Mondays and Tuesdays (DSN 238-3406) and at RAF Lakenheath Wednesdays through Fridays (DSN 226-3847). The VA provides several programs and benefits to veterans, including but not limited to: · Medical benefits · Disability compensation and pension · Education assistance · Vocational rehabilitation and employment · Home loan guaranty · Life insurance · Burial benefits If you have any questions about VA befits or for general inquiries, please e-mail VArep.Stacy@gmail.com. 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. Driving in France All drivers in France must carry a breathalyzer test kit in their vehicle. Starting Nov. 1, 2012, any driver found not carrying a kit in their vehicle will be fined €11. This new regulation applies to anybody driving through France. Anyone driving in France must carry a warning triangle and a fluorescent safety vest for each vehicle occupant. The vest should be carried inside the car, not in the trunk. Failure to have these in the car can lead to a fine of €90. Additionally, unless you have a number plate incorporating the GB logo you should affix a separate GB sticker to your vehicle. Also ensure you have changed the direction of your headlight beams to avoid dazzling oncoming vehicles. The American Red Cross offering classes for the community The American Red Cross has a number of classes open to the community. Below is a schedule of the upcoming courses for December and January. Saturday, Jan. 12 - First Aid/CPR/AED Course ($55) Saturday, Jan. 19 - Babysitter's Training Course ($45) Saturday, Jan. 26 - Healthy Pregnancy/Healthy Baby Course (FREE) Classes are now offered at a 30% discount for all active duty members, dependents and DOD civilian employees! The prices above are before the discount. If you are interested in taking any of the courses above, please contact the American Red Cross office by either phone DSN 226-1855, commercial phone 01638 521 855, or email red.cross2@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, Senaida Larson, at senaida.larson@lakenheath.af.mil. EVENTS American Red Cross hosts Free Holiday Photo day The Red Cross will be hosting a free family photo day on Saturday, Dec. 15 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at building 872. Each family will receive one free 6x8 photo, compliments of your friends at the American Red Cross. Federal Employment 101 Interested in working for the Federal Government? Attend this workshop on Dec. 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to learn about federal job searches, analyzing job announcements and the online resume and application processes. Excellent class for both transitioning military and spouses. For more information or to register, contact the A&FRC at 01638 523 847 or 226-3847. Seasonal Incentive Program Stay fit during the holiday season. Fill out a seasonal incentive card between Nov. 23 and Dec. 31 by using the RAF Lakenheath Fitness & Sports Center, and have a chance to win great prizes. For details, call 226-3607. Holiday Gamer Night Come out and compete in Halo 4 and Madden 2013 tournaments on Dec. 24, 2012 at 12 p.m. on the top floor of Café Decurro. Food will be provided and prizes will be awarded. All RAF Lakenheath Airmen are eligible to compete. Mayan mayhem Tickets on sale now for the Liberty Club's New Year's Eve Party. Don't miss a rainforest casino lounge, Mayan temples & volcanoes, casino games and much more on Monday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m. - 3 a.m. For more information, call 226-1611. Family Fun Night Bring the family out to the Liberty Club on Wednesday, Dec. 19 from 5 - 8 p.m. and celebrate the holidays with Fun Force. Open to members and non-members. For more information, call 226-1611 50's fun! Have some Fifties fun this New Year's Eve at Liberty Lanes! Party will be held Monday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Enjoy food, drinks, giveaways and more. $25 per person; lane reservations encouraged. For more information, call 226-2108. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES NAF job openings Looking for a job? Food service positions are currently available at Rugby's, Pinkerton's and The Great Little Pizza Place. Apply online at www.nafjobs.org or call HRO at 226-4417.