Lakenheath community bulletins June 20 - 27

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Senior Airman Benjamin Gonzalez estate claim
Effective June 6, Capt. Matthew Borawski, 48th Civil Engineer Squadron, is detailed as the Summary Court Officer to secure and make proper disposition of the personal effects of SrA Benjamin J. Gonzalez, deceased. Anyone having knowledge of money or property due to deceased or claims against the estate can call 226-6042.

493rd Fighter Squadron change of command
There will be a change of command ceremony July 2 at 3:30 p.m. in Hangar 6. Lt. Col. Craig Wills will relinquish command to Lt. Col. Michael King.

Volunteers needed
Volunteers are needed to assist with the Fourth of July celebration on RAF Feltwell. Volunteers will work six hour shifts on July 4 and 5. To volunteer or for more information, call 226-2146. 

FMO closure
The Furnishings Management Office will be closed July 4. For more information, call 226-7154.

Community Assessment Survey
The 2008 Community Assessment Survey kicked-off April 28 and will run through the end of June. For more information, visit http://poc.afcasurvey.com/ or call the Airman and Family Readiness Center, 226-3847.

British Post Office
At the British Post Office, Airmen can pay everything from gas and water bills to telephone and mail orders. The post office also has the ability to cash and deposit checks to select banks, as well as issue and redeem money orders and exchange currencies. In addition to handling money for Airmen, the British Post Office also sells a variety of insurance, from travel to car and home insurance. Airmen can also get a road tax license issued, as well as a selection of Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency application forms. For more information, visit the British Post Office.

Survivor Benefit Plan
A military retiree is guaranteed a monthly income for life. However, military retired pay stops on the date the retiree dies. The Survivor Benefit Plan was created to protect widowed spouses and dependent children from complete loss of income. For more information, call 226-3070.

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, call 226-3711.
The duty chaplain can be contracted after duty hours via the command post at 226-4800.

Airman and Family Readiness Center classes and briefings

Smooth Move Exit
Briefings will be held June 30 from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at the AFRC. Spouses are encouraged to attend the briefing. Topics covered include TMO, finance, housing and Tricare.

Pre-Separation Briefing
Briefings will be held June 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. The class fulfills the mandatory requirement for all personnel retiring or separating from the military. The class should be completed 90 days before separation or retirement.

Financial Foundations
Class will be held on June 25 from 1 to 2 p.m. in Building 948 in the FTAC classroom. This money management class includes goal setting, budgeting, credit and debt management and basic investing.

Resume Writing & Interviewing
Class will be held June 25 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The class teaches basic resume formatting with sample resumes and interviewing techniques.

Spouse Reintegration Briefing
A briefing will be held June 30 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The class will discuss potential issues and tips for reintegrating with your returning spouse.

For more information, contact the Airman and Family Readiness Center 226-3847.

RAF Lakenheath Education Center
The RAF Lakenheath Education Center offers many opportunities for Airmen to reach their educational goals. Airmen can sign up for professional development course briefing or seminar on the 48 FW PDC page with the following link: https://afkm.wpafb.af.mil/ASPs/CoP/OpenCoP.asp?Filter=OO-OT-FE-16

Information, Tickets and Travel Trips

June 25 - The Lion King

June 28 - London DYO
London Half Day Sightseeing Tour
London Eye & Twilight River Cruise
Jack the Ripper & ICE Bar

June 29 - London DYO
Madame Tussauds & Chamber Live
Chessington World of Adventure
Stonehenge & Wilton House

For more information, call the RAF Lakenheath ITT office at 226-2979.

48th Services Briefs

Annual Independence Day Celebration
Join RAFs Lakenheath and Mildenhall at RAF Feltwell and celebrate Independence Day, July 4 from noon to midnight. Enjoy great food, live entertainment, kid's games, carnival rides and, of course, fireworks. This event is free for everyone. No pets, coolers, backpacks, glass or outside beverages.

Knight's Table Military Dining Facility Grand Re-opening
The Knight's Table Military Dining Facility will be re-opening with their newly remodeled serving line June 28. Brunch will be served from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and is open to authorized patrons. The facility will be closed June 23 and 27 to complete renovations.

Lucky Break Summer Bowling
Pick up your free bowling coupon today. Bowl one free game per day at Liberty Lanes Bowling Center from June 1 to Aug. 31. A Lucky Break Giveaway will be awarded June 30, July 28 and Aug. 18. Only one card per DoD ID card holder. Shoe rental is not included.

Youth Summer Camps

June Day Camps
Soccer
June 23-27
Am and pm sessions available
Ages 5 and up
$30 per week
Sign up by June 15

Baseball/Softball
June 23-27 at the youth baseball field
Ages 7 and up
Sign up by June 15

June Field Trips
Chessington World of Adventure (with ITT)
June 25, 8am-5pm
Ages 9 and up
$45 per child
Sign up by June 19

Youth Art Camps
Teenage Wood Crafts
June 24, 1-3pm
Ages 13-18
$20 per child
Sign up by June 20

Photography- Digital Imaging
June 24-25, 10-11am
Ages 14-18
$20 per child
Sign up by June 20

Golf 4 Kids
June 23-26, noon-1:30pm/2:30-4pm
July 7-10, noon-1:30/2:30-4pm

Call Breckland Pines Golf Course at 226-2223 for more information.

Auto Hobby All Nighter
There will be an all-nighter at the Auto Hobby Shop June 21 from 9 a.m. to June 22, 9 p.m. Call the Lakenheath Auto Hobby Complex at 226-2454 for more information.

Outdoor Recreation Trips

June 25 - Seal Watching

June 28 - Deep Sea Fishing

July 8 - Framlingham Trail Walk & Market

July 16 - Bring Your Own Bike- Cycle North Norfolk Railway

July 18-20 - Hard Rock Café Road Trip

Aug 6 - Bring Your Own Bike- Cycle and Sea Life Centre

Aug 9 - Deep Sea Fishing

Aug 15-18 - Harry Potter & Glenfinnan Highland Games

For more information call Lakenheath Outdoor Recreation at 226-2146.

Visit the all new 48th Services Squadron website at www.48svs.com