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Last updated May 15, 2012 at 3:30 p.m.
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Police Week
The 633rd Security Forces Squadron is hosting Police Week from May 13 to May 18. Events scheduled include a paint ball tournament, 24-hour walk/run, golf tournament, key speaker and more. Also, there will be a car show and auction May 5, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the West Ramp. For more information, contact Senior Amn. Stephanie Cardwell at 757-225-4729 or email her at stephanie.cardwell@langley.af.mil.
E-7 Promotion Party
Join Team Langley hailing in the newest master sergeants at Joint Base Langley-Eustis May 18. The party will take place at the Bayview Commonwealth Center at 3 p.m. For details, contact Master Sgt. Steven Matthews at 764-2849.
Run for the Dream salutes our military
Wounded Warriors from throughout the United States plan to participate in the second Run for the Dream half marathon and 8K Run/Walk during Armed Forces Weekend, which is May 19-20, in Williamsburg, Va. More than 50 Wounded Warriors, including hand cyclists, will lead off both races. For more information, contact Amy Ritchie at 757-599-9472.
Eustis Retiree Appreciation Day
The Fort Eustis Retiree Council will conduct its annual Retiree Appreciation Day at the Fort Eustis main Exchange May 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Door prizes will be awarded every 30 minutes. All retirees, active-duty, reserve & National Guard members and their families are invited. All activities are free,
Snack Bar War
The Health and Wellness Center is hosting a snack bar contest to see if a unit's snack bar is supporting a "fit to fight" lifestyle. The winning snack bar managers will receive a prize package. The contest began May 1, and will run through May 24. For more details, or to enter, email sheila.fitzgerald@langley.af.mil, or call the HAWC at 764-66321.
70,000 Steps In 7 Days
Join the Health and Wellness Center May 13-19 for a group walk around the base each day from 11 to 11:45 a.m. Participants will be issued a free pedometer and walking log. Registration begins May 1. To register, go to https://afkm.wpafb.af.mil/ASPs/Reg/RegisterSelect.asp?Filter=25840&EventID=18229&GroupID=25914, or call Anne Jennings at the HAWC at 764-6321.
Ace Those Aisles
The Health and Wellness Center is partnering with the Commissary to educate shoppers about healthy choices and savings. The HAWC will host a Commissary tour May 21 at 9 a.m., and will provide many helpful tips to assist in making the best choices while shopping at the Commissary. Fopr more details, call the HAWC at 764-6321.
Dance Show to Benefit the Leukemia Society
The award winning Academy of Dance Showbiz Kids National Dance Team will present a dance show to benefit the Leukemia Society on Sunday, May 20th at 1500. Show will take place at the Grafton High School Auditorium. Ticket donations are $5. All proceeds benefit The Leukemia Society. Please contact Dot @ 757-810-5259 for tickets.
Chiefs Group 5K Fun Run/Walk
The Langley Chiefs Group is hosting their annual 5K Fun Run/Walk fundraiser May 24. All military, dependents, and civilian employees are invited to participate. Race day package pickup and registration begins at 7 a.m. at the Bayside Commonwealth Center, and the race begins at 8 a.m. There is a $20 pre-registration fee by noon Thursday, April 26; registration is $25 race day. All funds raised will go to support Airmen and their families. For more info contact any chief at Langley Air Force Base or call Chief Master Sgt. Tony Hatcher at 764-4816 or Chief Master Sgt. Barbara Miller at 225-3278.
Hospital Closed
USAF Hospital Langley and its Emergency room will be closed May 26 due to construction. The entire facility will reopen May 27. For more information, please call (757)764-6833.
Appointment of Summary Court Officer for Deceased
Effective April 3, 2012, Summary Court Officer 2nd Lt. Chance E. English, 1st Maintenance Squadron, is detailed as the Summary Court Officer to secure and make proper disposition of the personal effects of Tech. Sgt. Aaron D. Ciccocioppo. Anyone having knowledge of money or personal property due to deceased or claims against the deceased estate, please contact Summary Court Officer English at (757) 764 -2181.
King Pin Kafe text ordering
Langley Lanes is proud to announce its new text ordering system! You can now text your food order to the King Pin Kafe to avoid the wait. Text your order to (757) 775-6233 before you leave your office, receive a confirmation text with your order number and your food will be prepared in the order it was received. When you arrive at the King Pin Kafe, give the cashier your order number, pay for your food, and your order will be ready. You can find our menu here: http://langley.jbleforcesupport.com/kingpinmenu.html. We welcome your feedback as we introduce our new technology: http://jbleforcesupport.com/lafbsurvey/index.php?sid=63792&lang=en
Langley on-base summer college courses
The Langley Education Center will host the following summer on-base college courses:
- Saint Leo University is registering students now for on-base undergraduate face-to-face classes that can apply to your Community College of the Air Force degree; Summer Term I (April 30 - June 24) and Summer Term II (July 2 - Aug. 26). For more information, contact Saint Leo University Langley Center at 776-1812/1814 or e-mail langley@saintleo.edu ; schedules are available at https://uts.saintleo.edu/schedule .
- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University on-base Langley Center is currently registering for Summer Term (May 28 - July 29) undergraduate and graduate classes; face-to-face or distance learning. For more information, contact the Langley Campus at langley@erau.edu, call 325-6772 or visit Langley Education Center in room 114.
- Hampton University is registering for Summer 2012 starting April 23 for term dates May 21 - July 20. Registration for Fall I starts June 25 for term dates Aug. 8 - Oct. 7. For more information, contact Wade Taylor at 764-2191 or 727-5773, e-mail wade.taylor@hamptonu.edu or visit him at the Langley Education Center in room 120.
- Old Dominion University is currently registering for Summer Term dates (May 14 - June 27; May 21 - June 21; May 14 - Aug. 9; June 28 - Aug. 9; and July 2 - Aug. 2) and Fall Term (Aug. 28 - Dec. 9) classes. For assistance, contact Dave Morgan at 722-8543, email drmorgan@odu.edu or visit his on-base office at Langley Education Center in room 134.
- Thomas Nelson Community College is in continuous registration for Summer and Fall 2012 classes. Summer: 10 week session (May 17 - July 31); 8 week session (May 17 - July 14); 6 week session (June 8 - Aug. 1); 5 week Session I (May 17 - June 21) and Session II (July 2 - Aug. 7). Fall: 16 week session (Aug. 20 - Dec. 15); Fall 8 week Session I (Aug. 20 - Oct. 15) and Fall II (Oct. 16 - Dec. 15). For more information, contact Ms. Boothe at 766-1825, email boothed@tncc.edu or visit her in the Langley Education Center in room 134.
CCAF Graduation Ceremony
The 633rd Force Support Squadron, in conjunction with Langley Education and Training Services, will host a graduation ceremony May 31, at 2 p.m. at the Bayview Commonwealth Center to honor the Community College of the Air Force Spring 2012 graduates. The graduates and education center staff cordially invite family members, friends and base personnel to join the celebration. There will be a reception following the ceremony. The Education Center will close at 11 a.m. to allow the staff to attend the official function. The education center will re-open to customers June 1, at 9 a.m.
Golfing Through the Ages
A golf tournament is scheduled for June 2 at the Eagle Wood Golf Course for all ages. Registration will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Check-in will begin at 11 a.m., and shotgun start at 1 p.m. The registration fee will include golf cart, cart sign, green fee, lunch and an after-tournament barbecue. All proceeds will be used to help disabled veterans. For more information call 757-871-1874 or email Jmiller474@aol.com.
Eaglewood Junior Golf Academy
Eaglewood Golf Course will be offering junior golf lesson from June 18 until Aug. 3. Ages five and up may attend. For more information, call 764-4547.
Young Adults' Bible Study
A bible study intended for college-age participants is held each Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. until noon at the Religious Center, 1792 1st St. in Bethel Housing. Our current series is titled; "Basic" by Francis Chan. There will be refreshments. For more information, contact David Rasbold at 764-0992 or 764-7847.
AFAS after-hours coverage
The American Red Cross will provide emergency Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) after-hours coverage. Note that this is for after-hour emergencies only, and not routine daily financial assistance. The A&FRC will continue to cover AFAS cases during their normal duty hours, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Servicemembers seeking emergency financial assistance after duty hours are required to call toll-free 1-877-272-7337, and will be assisted by an American Red Cross representative. Calls for assistance can be made by the requesting service member or first sergeant/commander. After-hours AFAS services are limited to urgent situations that cannot wait for normal duty hours such as electronic-tickets for emergency travel. For more information, call the A&FRC at 764-3990.
Exceptional Family Member Program
Air Force Services introduces the Exceptional Family Member Respite Care Program, designed to provide parents with short-term, specialized child care to help reduce the stresses associated with caring for a moderate to severe EFM child. This program allows eligible Air Force active duty EFMP families to receive up to 20 hours per month of free respite care per EFM child depending on their EFMP category and the sponsor's deployment status. The Air Force has partnered with The National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (NACCRRA) to recruit, screen and train providers to care for children with special needs. To be eligible, active duty Airmen stationed at Joint Base Langley-Eustis must be enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) and have a child up to 18 years of age identified with moderate or severe special needs living with them. For more information, call NACCRRA child Care Aware at 1-800-424-2246 or Ursula Santiago at 764-3990, or visit NACCRRA online at http://www.naccrra.org/militaryprograms/air-force/EFMP.
Click here for the Application form. Click here for the Deployment Verification form. Click here for the Priority Verification Statement form.
Combatives program
A Mixed Military Combatives Training class is available Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 and 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the ACC Fitness Center Combatives Room at Langley AFB. Come out and enjoy a fun way to stay fit and learn battlefield self-defense skills. For more info, contact Staff Sgt. Adam Negron at adam.negron@langley.af.mil.
Air National Guard
There are opportunities for you in the Air National Guard! The Palace Chase and Palace Front programs allow Airmen to participate in the Air Force part-time while pursuing full-time goals. Airmen still receive medical, dental and life insurance and extra educational benefits. For more information, call Master Sgt. Tamika Covington at 764-9995 or email her at tamika.covington2@langley.af.mil.
WAPS Catalog information
Technical sergeants testing for master sergeant this year; did you know both Chapters 1 & 17 of the Professional Development Guide are not testable? Find out what you need to study in the Enlisted Promotions References and Requirements online at https://www.omsq.af.mil/TE/EPRRC.PDF.
New language-learning software now online
The Langley Bateman Library now offers Transparent Language Online, an effective and engaging language-learning program for libraries and their patrons. The program is accessible via the Internet and is available to USAF Active Duty, Air National Guard, Reservists, Retirees and their respective family members. AF Civilian employees and contractors who are eligible to use a USAF library are also eligible. All users must register in person at a USAF library and can then use it anywhere, anytime. For more information on how to get started learning a language today, contact the Bateman Library Staff at 764-2906 or email 633fss.fsdl@langley.af.mil.
Shipment delays
Attention personnel residing in South-Side Hampton Roads (Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Isle of Wright, etc): Your servicing Transportation Office, CPPSO-Norfolk, advises they are experiencing significant personal property counseling and household goods shipment backlogs. Personnel are highly encouraged to contact their office prior to making financial commitments concerning their PCS move. Shipment pickup confirmations may take greater than 8 weeks.
CPPSO Norfolk Contacts:
nrfk-fisc_hhg@navy.mil
(877) 619-8596
443-3700
Faxes:
443-3737
QC/QA - 443-3758
Education center hours
In order to enable the Education Center to more effectively process Tuition Assistance requests and additional transactional requirements, the Education Center customer service hours are as follows: Monday through Friday from 9-11 a.m., walk-in customers welcome; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. by appointment only. Appointments can be made by emailing 633fss.fsde.eo@langley.af.mil or by calling 764-2932. The operating hours of Base Training or Education Center Testing remain unchanged. For more information, call the Education Center at 764-2932.
Fitness Center hours
The Shellbank Fitness Center hours of operation are as follows: Mondays through Fridays, 4 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Saturdays, Sundays and holidays 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, call 225-8165. The Air Combat Command Campus Fitness Center is open Mondays through Fridays, 5 a.m. to 7 p.m., and closed weekends and holidays. For more information, call 764-5791.
Rental Partnership Program
The Rental Partnership provides affordable off-base housing for Langley servicemembers, defraying costs incurred while moving, such as security deposits and application fees, and offering a 5 percent discount on rent. For more information, call Delores Rosette at 764-5049 or pick up a list of participating properties at the base housing office.
MyCareerSkill program
Attention active-duty spouses looking to get into the medical field: visit www.TMGMajorGroup.com. Florida Gulf Coast University is offering two portable and flexible virtual certification programs. There is no out-of-pocket expense to the spouse because MyCAA funding will cover all costs. Enjoy the ability to work on this program at your own pace while getting all the help you need to succeed from your very own mentor.
SNIAC, FMRC hours
Walk-in hours for the Special Needs Identification and Assignment Coordination and Family Member Relocation Coordination offices, located at 77 Nealy Ave., Bldg. 266, are as follows:
SNIAC: Tuesdays, 8-11 a.m., and Thursdays, 2-4 p.m.
For appointments, call 225-5950.
FMRC: Monday through Friday, 8-11 a.m., and 1-3:30 p.m.
For appointments, call 764-6352.
Updating decorations
To input a decoration into your files, take the following items to the Manning Control Office, located in the 633rd Mission Support Group building, Wing A, Room 115:
Unit Awards: A copy of the Special Order and a second document to show how you are attached to the unit, such as a copy of an Enlisted or Officer Performance Report, Defense Travel System or CED orders.
NATO Medals: A copy of the NATO Certificate
Long-/Short-Tour Ribbons: Take a copy of CED orders and a paid travel voucher. Following, the Awards and Decorations Office updates Virtual MPF.
For more information, call the 633 FSS/FSMPS customer service desk at DSN 574-2068.
Seatbelt, cell phone monitoring
The 633rd Air Base Wing Ground Safety Office and 633rd Security Forces Squadron continually monitor vehicles for seatbelts and hands-free cell phone use while driving. For more information, call Staff Sgt. Ricky Barberree at 764-5058.
Mental Health hours
The Langley Mental Health Clinic is open Thursdays from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. exclusively for shift workers. To schedule an appointment, call 764-6840; shift workers should identify themselves as such and state their preference for morning or evening appointments.
Modern Army Combatives training
The 633rd Force Support Squadron with Senior Master Sgt. Bryan Shipman conduct Modern Army Combatives in the ACC Fitness Center Aerobics Room Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., during which instructors introduce maneuvers from levels one and two of the MAC program. Participants can utilize the training to prepare for upcoming combatives tournaments at Langley. For more information or to register, contact Sergeant Shipman at 225-8157 or bryan.shipman@langley.af.mil.
Free sitter site for military families
The Defense Department provides a free Internet service for military families. The website finds in-home child care, nannies, tutors, elder care providers, pet sitters and other services in local communities. Active-duty members of all military branches, including activated National Guard and reserve members and their families, can receive a free membership to the service, saving an average of $120 a year. The program provides military families with instant access to caregiver profiles, background checks, pictures, references, reviews, a four-step screening process, and a specialized matching technology to select the right caregiver. For more information, visit www.sittercity.com/dod.
Langley Inns
Langley Inns provide convenient lodging for installation activities and local community services. Distinguished visitor and distinguished officers' quarters, visiting Airman Quarters and temporary lodging facilities are available; amenities and guest services will be provided. Langley Inns is open 24 hours daily. For information, call 764-4667.
Combat Arms off limits
The Langley Combat Arms Range and bullet impact area to the rear of the range are off limits to the general public; trespassing is illegal and dangerous as the firing range is rated for 24-hour operations. For questions or access to the area, call the 633d Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms section at 764-4785 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Spouse BATTLEMIND
Free confidential telephone support groups are available for spouses of servicemembers who have been deployed at least one time to Iraq or Afghanistan. The support groups are one hour and available once a month for a year. Spouses learn ways to manage stress and solve problems related to reintegration as well as receive education about post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury and other common problems. For more information or to enroll, call Spouse BATTLEMIND at (800) 636-8262, ext. 7485.
Civilian job opportunities
There are exciting jobs with one of the nation's largest employers. Job opportunities are listed on www.afpc.randolph.af.mil/afcivilianjobs. Great benefits include job security, a great retirement plan, sick leave, annual leave and 10 federal holidays. To better understand working for the federal government, visit opm.gov/video_library/Recruitment/index.asp.
MPF hours of operation
In an effort to decrease customer wait times, Langley Military Personnel Flight Customer Service appointments are reserved for active-duty Air Force members and civilians who are in need of a Common Access Card or active-duty Air Force members accompanying dependents, all who are serviced by Langley only. All appointments already scheduled will be honored. MPF business hours are as follows:
Mondays: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesdays: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Fridays: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
For more information, call Commercial at 764-2270 or DSN at 574-2270.
Telephone service hours
The Total Force Service Center-San Antonio has expanded their telephone service hours for civilian appropriated fund employees and applicants:
Sundays: 3 to 11 p.m. (CT)
Mondays through Thursdays: 7 a.m to 11 p.m. (CT)
Fridays: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (CT)
Monthly organizational meetings
The following is a schedule of monthly organizational meetings on base:
Air Force Sergeants Association Raptor Chapter meets the third Wednesday of the month at 11:15 a.m. in the Bayside Enlisted Club
Parent Advisory Board meets the first Thursday of the month at 3 p.m. in the Russ Child Development Center conference room
Single Parents Advisory Council meets the third Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m. in the Langley Chapel Annex
Club 5/6 meets the first Wednesday of each month at 3 p.m. in the Bayside Enlisted Club
Langley Enlisted Spouses' Club meets the first Thursday of each month at 6:10 p.m., in the Bayside Enlisted Club
Langley Top 3 meets the second Wednesday of each month at 3 p.m. in the Bayside Enlisted Club
Langley Chiefs' Group meets the second Thursday of each month at 11:30 a.m. in the Bayside Enlisted Club
Executive Council meets the third Thursday of each month at 3 p.m. in the 1st Fighter Wing Conference Room
Toastmasters
For those interested in becoming a better communicator, the Toastmasters public speaking forum is an easy way to become more comfortable speaking in front of a crowd or senior military members. It is open to all ranks and there is no requirement to speak at meetings. For more information, call Tech. Sgt. Gabriel Sistrunk at 764-5028.
Career assistance
The 633rd Air Base Wing Career Assistance Advisor is available to answer many career questions concerning retraining, special duty jobs, and Career Enlisted Aviator jobs. The career assistance advisor is located in building 142 on the first floor. For information, call Master Sgt. Joel Jimenez at 764-3411. Additionally many retraining and career path questions can be answered by the Air Force Contact Center. To reach the center, call DSN: 665-5000 or Toll Free (800) 616-3775 options 1, 1 and 2.
Langley Theater Schedule
Friday, 7 p.m.
Hunger Games (PG-13)
Every year in the ruins of what was once North America, the evil Capitol of the nation of Panem forces each of its twelve districts to send a teenage boy and girl to compete in the Hunger Games. A twisted punishment for a past uprising and an ongoing government intimidation tactic, The Hunger Games are a nationally televised event in which "Tributes" must fight with one another until only one survivor remains. Pitted against highly-trained Tributes who have prepared for these games their entire lives, Katniss is forced to rely upon her sharp instincts as well as the mentorship of drunken former victor Haymitch Abernathy. If she's ever to return home to District 12, Katniss must make impossible choices in the arena that weigh survival against humanity and life against love. 142 minutes
Saturday, 2 p.m.
Hunger Games (PG-13)
Saturday, 7 p.m.
American Reunion (R)
In the comedy American Reunion, all the American Pie characters we met a little more than a decade ago are returning to East Great Falls for their high-school reunion. In one long-overdue weekend, they will discover what has changed, who hasn't and that time and distance can't break the bonds of friendship. It was summer 1999 when four small-town Michigan boys began a quest to lose their virginity. In the years that have passed, Jim and Michelle married while Kevin and Vicky said goodbye. Oz and Heather grew apart, but Finch still longs for Stiffler's mom. Now these lifelong friends have come home as adults to reminisce about - and get inspired by - the hormonal teens who launched a comedy legend. 113 minutes
Sunday
No Show
Ft. Eustis Theater Schedule
Friday, 7 p.m.
Hunger Games (PG-13)
Saturday, 4 p.m.
American Reunion (R)
Saturday, 7 p.m.
Hunger Games (PG-13)
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