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Thank you for visiting our website. This blog was created to provide military family members with important information on base activities and resources available to them.

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Friday, September 17, 2010

Weekly Base Bulletin

Textbooks 4 Troops

Are you interested in helping fellow Airmen in pursuit of advanced knowledge? If you have any college textbooks you would like to donate or you are in need of textbooks for the coming semester please visit www.textbooks4troops.org The website provides a complete listing of currently available and FREE textbooks for exchange for local college courses of all levels. If your book is not listed please use the contact page to let me know what you need, so I can add it, and hopefully match you with someone that has it available for loan.

For more information, please contact Bekah Nugent of 4 SOPS at 567-5234 or at rebekah.nugent.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Applying for Federal Employment Class

Interested in federal employment? This class will walk you through USAJOBS. Participants will also understand KSA's, what to look for in a job announcement, and how to get the process started. This class is co-instructed by both the A&FRC and CPO. "Applying for Federal Service" is 1 October 2010 from 1300 hrs to 1600 hrs. Due to limited space you must sign up for this class.

For more information, please contact Geydy "Heidi" Tintle of 50FSS/FSFR at 567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Resumé Basics Class

This class is for the person who has never done a resumé, or is seeking confirmation that what they have is on the right track. Held every other month, Resumé Basics includes not only information on format, appropriate content, and how to use the resumé, but actual input from a local employer who reads resumés on a daily basis. The class is Wednesday, 22 Sep, 0900 at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65.

For more information, please contact Geydy "Heidi" Tintle of 50FSS/FSFR at 567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Dorm Move Class

This class is geared toward all Airmen anticipating a move out of the dorms within three months. Participants learn how to identify how much money is needed to afford to live off base, project a budget based on monthly expenditures, and decide if they are financially fit to move out of the dorms. The class is Tuesday, 21 Sep, 1500 at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65.

For more information, please contact Geydy "Heidi" Tintle of 50FSS/FSFR at 567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



www.nafjobs.org

Welcome to the Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) jobs website http://www.nafjobs.org! Whether you are looking for a NAF position at Schriever, Peterson, Randolph or your PCS destination, this website has ALL NAF jobs available at each base.

For more information, please contact Vicky Schumacher of 50FSS/FSMH at 567-4737 or at vicky.schumacher@schriever.af.mil.



Sports Advisory Council Meeting: 22 Sep

Sports Advisory Council Meeting will be held 22 Sep at 1000 in building 300, room 122A.

For more information, please contact Seth Cannello of 50FSS at 567-6628 or at seth.cannello@schriever.af.mil
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Schriever 1/2 Marathon 1 Oct

Don't miss out on the third and final leg of the Front Range Triple Crown! The Schriever 1/2 Marathon will be conducted 1 Oct starting at 0900 near the ¼ mile running track. The course will run around the base perimeter fence line. Register now, free entry.

For more information, please contact Seth Cannello of 50FSS at 567-6628 or at seth.cannello@schriever.af.mil.



Post 9/11 G.I. Bill Briefings

The next Post 9/11 G.I. Bill briefings will be held 22 Sep and 13 Oct at 1300 hrs in Bldg 210, Rm 310A. Please attend one of these briefings to find out more about this great benefit!

For more information, please contact MSgt Cassandra Bushyeager of 50FSS at 567-5927 or at cassandra.bushyeager@schriever.af.mil.



Schriever IDS presents "Happy Hour"

World Comedian Bernie McGrenahan delivers Happy Hour, a comedy...with a message. It inspires Airmen to achieve their dreams by dealing with life's obstacles in a positive way. Happy Hour brings a motivating, uplifting and poignant message not only to Airmen, but also to individuals of the community. Please join us for this funny and thought provoking event! Only 2 shows: 24 September at 1200 and 1400 in the base auditorium (Bldg. 300). To ensure your seat, arrive early.

For more information, please contact Kim D. Nam of 50 SW/CVK at 567-7634 or at kim.nam@schriever.af.mil.



Annual Volksmarch 19 Sep, Farish Recreation Area

Everyone is invited to Farish Recreation area to participate in the USAF Global Volkssport. Participants will have a choice of hiking 10 to 20 kilometers. The trail is located at Farish Recreation area directly west of the USAF Academy on the western slope of the Rampart Range. There will be no gate fee charged to Volkssport participants on the day of the event. The trail is rated a 3+ in difficulty and is at an elevation of 9,000 ft. Event participants will start at the multi-purpose center at Farish between 7:30 am and 1 pm. All participants will complete the event by returning to the multi-purpose center before 3 p.m. The Volksmarch is conducted by the Academy Outdoor Recreation Center, and sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association (AVA), a member of the International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV). The event is free if no award or credit is desired. The Award Medal (including IVV credit) is $5; IVV credit only is $3. Call 333-4753 for more information.

For more information, please contact Brian Mitchell of 50FSS at 567-6050 or at brian.mitchell@schriever.af.mil.



Satellite Dish celebrates the AF Birthday and Schriever's Silver Anniversary Today

A special ceremony and cake cutting honoring the AF Birthday and Silver Anniversary of Schriever AFB will be held in the Satellite Dish Dining Facility on 17 Sep at 1130 hrs. The Dish menu includes Grilled Steak, Herb Lemon Baked Fish and Orange Glazed Chicken.

For more information, please contact Brenda Ferjak of 50FSS at 567-4741 or at brenda.ferjak@schriever.af.mil.



Schriever Mountain Bicycle Race: 8 Oct

Participants cycle twice around the base perimeter (approximately 12 miles each lap). Participants can sign up individually or form teams of two. Register now - free entry.

For more information, please contact Seth Cannello of 50FSS at 567-6628 or at seth.cannello@schriever.af.mil.



New LAN Security Tools

All non-classified Desktop machines connected to the LAN have received the new Anti-Virus (AV) Quarantine 3.0 application that, when fully implemented, will automatically put your Desktop into a quarantined state if the AV engine or definition files are out of date. You will have 2 hours from the time you receive the pop-up warning, that you must acknowledge, to contact the CSTs or LAN Service Desk, 567-COMM (2666) Options 2 or 3, to repair the AV system or your machine will automatically be placed in quarantine. If your machine is automatically placed in quarantine, you must contact the CSTs or LAN Service Desk, 567-COMM (2666) Options 2 or 3, to normalize your machine.

For more information, please contact LAN Service Desk of 50 SCS at 567-2666 or at helpdesk@schriever.af.mil.



Schriever 4 Mile Fun Run: 23 Sep

The 4 Mile Fun Run, scheduled for 23 Sep, will start near the ¼ mile running track and will take participants along the base perimeter across Enoch Rd to Blue Rd and back. The run will start promptly at 1500. No registration or fees required, just enjoy!

For more information, please contact Seth Cannello of 50FSS at 567-6628 or at seth.cannello@schriever.af.mil.



Need a listening ear?

The Military and Family Life Consultant is here to listen and address marriage and relationship issues, parenting, sibling and family issues, communication challenges, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, and daily life issues. The MFLC is available every day, 0730-1630, at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65. This consultant is also available at the chaplain's office Monday and Wednesday, 1130-1300. At either location, drop-in appointments are available or you can schedule a time by calling the MLFC directly at 651-3379.

For more information, please contact Geydy "Heidi" Tintle of 50FSS/FSFR at 567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Sponsor Training Class

Make the arrival of personnel to Schriever a positive experience by attending sponsorship training. Training is mandatory for newly assigned sponsors. Training highlights responsibilities, local on and off base resources, and the effects sponsorship has on the mission. The class is Tuesday, 21 Sep, 0800 at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65.

For more information, please contact Geydy "Heidi" Tintle of 50FSS/FSFR at 567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Safe Kids 101 Class

This "home alone" class helps to prepare kids to stay safe at home and in the community. The class will be held Friday, 24 Sep, 1300-1630 at the Schriever AFB Housing Community Center. Children must be between 9 & 14 years of age to attend. Call the A&FRC at 567-3920 to sign up.

For more information, please contact Geydy "Heidi" Tintle of 50FSS/FSFR at 567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



AF Honor Guard Drill Team performing 29 Sep, Main Fitness Center

The AF Honor Guard Drill Team will be performing in the Main Fitness Center gymnasium on 29 Sep from 1100-1130. Please come out and support the team! This will be the first time that the Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team has performed a full drill routine at Schriever AFB. Also, this is part of the recruiting trip. If you have any questions about AFHG or would like to know how to apply, this would be the ideal time to ask.

For more information, please contact SSgt Richard Justice of 3SOPS/DOO at 567-4890 or at richard.justice-02@schriever.af.mil.



Select Season Ski Passes Available at ODR/ITT for Active Duty & Family

Liberty Passes are now available at ITT! The annual Liberty Pass is a season ski pass to Keystone and A-basin for active duty members only. Prices are $195.00 adult, and $112.00 child (age 5-12). In addition, the Patriot Pass and Patriot Pass Plus are now available at ITT for active duty only. The Patriot Pass is a season ski pass to Winter Park and Copper Mountain. Patriot Pass Plus is a season ski pass to Winter Park and Copper Mountain with an additional 6 days to Steamboat. Prices are: Patriot Pass adult $229.00; Patriot Pass Plus adult $239.00; Patriot Pass child (age 6-13) $114.00; Patriot Pass Plus child $124.00.

For more information, please contact Brian Mitchell of 50FSS at 567-4740 or at brian.mitchell@schriever.af.mil.



Heart Link: 15 Oct 10, 0800-1430

Must R.S.V.P. to 567-3920 for attendance and childcare by October 11. Would you like to know more about your role in the mission of the United States Air Force? Would you like to meet other spouses from Schriever Air Force Base? Would you like to receive information about entitlements, benefits, protocol, education and employment opportunities as well as services available to you as a military spouse? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, join us at the Schriever AFB Airman & Family Readiness Center. Lunch and childcare (6 months-12 yrs) will be provided.

For more information, please contact Ms. Geydy "Heidi" Tintle of 50 FSS at 567-3920 or at geydy.tintl.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Special Needs Information Fair

If you or someone you know has a family member with special needs, this event is especially for you. Saturday, 18 Sep, 1000-1400, we will gather at the Youth Center/Patriot Park at Peterson AFB. With 30+ local agencies providing information and fun, we will have bouncy castles, representatives from the Special Olympics, craft and music activities, and snacks. This special event is sponsored by the Air Force Aid Society and the Airman & Family Readiness Centers at Schriever AFB and Peterson AFB.



For more information, please contact Andrea Hernandez of 567-3920 at 567-3920 or at andrea.hernandez@schriever.af.mil.



Deployed Spouses Lunch & Meeting 23 Sep

Deployed Spouses, after much discussion the Airman and Family Readiness Center staff has come up with a plan to get spouses together for a luncheon and quick discussion to see what's going on in the life of a deployed spouse. Bring your questions, concerns, ideals, and the rest will be provided! Please RSVP by 17 Sep if you can make it - complimentary lunch included. Date-23 Sep 2010; Time-10am until we're done, promise not to keep anyone after 12pm; Location-Schriever Base Housing Community Center.

For more information, please contact MSgt Gabriel Moreno of 50FSS/FSFR at 567-7393 or at gabriel.moreno@schriever.af.mil.



Main Fitness Center Basketball Gymnasium Closure 30 Sep

On 30 Sep, the Main Fitness Center Basketball Gymnasium will be closed 0700 to noon in support of the CFC Kick-off, and then from noon to 1700 in support of a wing promotion ceremony.

For more information, please contact Seth Cannello of 50FSS at 567-6628 or at seth.cannello@schriever.af.mil.

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