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ANNOUNCEMENTS

New RAF Feltwell Veterinary Clinic hours

The RAF Feltwell Veterinary Clinic hours have changed to the following:

Monday - Friday - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

They also offer at least two evening clinics per month from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and one Saturday clinic per month from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. These exceptions are only offered for wellness appointments. Basic surgical services are normally offered Monday through Thursday. For more information, call 226-7097.

New Allergy/Immunizations Clinic hours

The Allergy/Immunizations Clinic hours have changed to the following:

Mondays - 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Tuesdays - 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday - 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursdays and Fridays - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information, please call 226-8148.

Passport Issuance limitations for 2012

Due to the Olympics and Para-Olympics this summer, the Embassy will be heavily involved and will have reduced manpower. This will limit the ability to process passport applications. Passport issuance will be very limited, so if your passport is near its expiry date, apply as early as possible to get a new one.

Employment Opportunities

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.

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.

Department of Defense Education Activity looking for feedback

DODEA is developing a new Community Strategic Plan for 2012-2016 and have launched a feedback website, http://cspfeedback.dodea.edu/ to gather opinions from parents, teachers, military leadership, children and anyone else that is interested.

Notebook Checkout

Going TDY or on a trip? Need access to the internet, email or Microsoft Office without lugging around a laptop? Check out a Toshiba notebook from the Library. Open to U.S. Air Forces in Europe library account holders, sponsors or spouses only. For more information, contact Maggie Usher at 226-3713.

SOCKS - Spouse On-Line Computer Knowledge and Skills

This is a free Airman and Family Readiness Center program designed to help spouses improve computer skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Photoshop and many other programs. For more information, contact the A&FRC at 226-3847.

MARCH EVENTS

Sunday Brunch

Visit the Liberty Club for a Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on March 11. Prices are $17 for club member adults and $22 for non-members. For children ages 8 to 12, prices are $5.95 for members and $7.95 for non-members. For children ages 4 to 7, prices are $2.95 per child and for children 3 and under, brunch is free. For more information, call 226-1611.

Adoption Seminar

If you are interested in adopting a child or learning more about it, there will be an adoption seminar held at RAF Menwith Hill Community Club from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on March 16. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Mark Reuss at mark.reuss@menwithhill.af.mil or call 262-7471.

Two Steppin' St. Patrick's Day

The Liberty Club will be hosting a country themed St. Patrick's Day celebration March 17 at 10 p.m. Entry is free for members and $5 for non-members. Open to ages 18 and up. For more information, call 226-1611.

London St. Patrick's Day Parade

Join Information, Tickets & Travel for the St. Patrick's Day Parade in London March 18. Coach departs at 8 a.m. and will leave London at 7 p.m. Prices are £18 per adult and £17 per child. For more information, call 226-2979.

Leeds Castle tour

Join Information, Tickets & Travel for a tour of Leeds Castle March 18. The coach departs at 8 a.m. and will leave Leeds Castle at 4 p.m. Prices are £30 per adult and £26 per child. For more information, call 226-2979.

Cycle Holland

Outdoor Recreation will be hosting a Cycle Holland event April 12-15. Prices are $645 per rider or $595 per non-rider. A non-refundable $200 deposit is required. The trip includes transportation, two bike hires, two guided rides, one day train into Amsterdam, listed admission, three nights bed and breakfast and weatherproof clothing upon request. Open to ages 12 and up for cycling. Sign up deadline is March 18. For more information, call 226-2146.

Metal Mania

The metal band, 'Aethara' will be performing at the Liberty Club March 24, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Opening acts include 'Bob's Your Uncle' and 'Eyes of the Devil'. Prices are $5 per member and $10 per non-member. Open to ages 18 and up. For more information, call 226-1611.

Tour of Windsor Castle

Join Information, Tickets & Travel for a tour of Windsor Castle March 25. The coach departs at 8 a.m. and will leave the castle at 5 p.m. Prices are £30 per adult and £23 per child. For more information, call 226-2979.

Easter Kids Party

Come enjoy an Easter Kids' Party at the 48th Avenue Community Activities Center March 31 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. There will be a candy hunt, egg painting, a bouncy castle and more. Prices are $12 per child and open to kids ages 3-12. Sign up by March 28. For more information, call 226-4884.

'Ministry of Sound' DJ Miss Diamond

Miss Diamond of 'Ministry of Sound' in London and Whisky Jax will be performing at the Liberty Club March 31, at 10 p.m. Prices are $5 per member and $10 per non-member. Open to ages 18 and up. For more information, call 226-1611.

Stonehenge and Salisbury Tour

Join Information, Tickets & Travel for a Stonehenge and Salisbury tour March 31. Coach departs at 8 a.m. and will return at 5 p.m. Prices are £30 per adult and £25 per child. For more information, call 226-2979.


APRIL EVENTS

The Adriatic & Aegean Seas Cruise

Join Information, Tickets & Travel for an Adriatic & Aegean Seas Cruise for seven nights, April 9-16. Prices are starting from $957 per person and based on two adults sharing. Prices are also available for third and fourth persons. Book online at www.ittlakenheath.com or call 226-2979 for more information.

Soccer: Fulham vs. Chelsea

Join Information, Tickets & Travel for a soccer match between Fulham and Chelsea April 9 at Craven Cottage Stadium. Coach departs at 3 p.m. and will return after the game. The price is £84 per person, all inclusive. For more information, call 226-2979.

Harry Potter Tour

Join Information, Tickets & Travel for a Harry Potter Warner Brothers studio tour in London. Dates available are April 10, May 13, June 27 and August 26. Coach departs at 7:30 a.m. and will leave London at 4:30 p.m. Prices are £44 per adult and £37 per child between the ages of 5 and 15. For more information, call 226-2979.