The Club at Andrews is hosting a Thanksgiving buffet from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday. The buffet is open to all military, retirees, DoD civilians and guests for $10 per person. For more information, call 301-568-3100.
Monday, Nov. 30 Deadline for Holiday Card Contest Submissions
The Holiday Card Display Contest is going on now through Nov. 30. Units compete to create the best holiday card. This year’s theme is: Best Holiday Song. Winners will be announced during the Christmas Tree and Hanukkah Menorah Lighting Ceremony at Chapel 1 Dec. 2 at 5:30 p.m. For more information and a list of contest rules, please call 240-857-4942 or email christopher.reeder@afncr.af.mil.
Wednesday, Dec. 2 Christmas Tree and HanukkahMenorah Lighting Ceremony
A Christmas Tree and Hanukkah Menorah lighting ceremony is scheduled on the Chapel 1 lawn Dec. 2 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. A visit from Santa, as well as free food and music will be provided. Please bring a dessert to share. For more information, call 301-981-2111.
Thursday, Dec. 3 Tobacco Cessation Class
Tobacco cessation classes start Dec.3 and are open to service members, retirees and DoD civilians; however, only TRICARE beneficiaries may receive the tobacco cessation medications and nicotine replacement. Classes are 90 minutes and held every Thursday for four weeks. Participants must attend all sessions in order to receive medication. To register, call 240-857-5601.
Heart Link
The next Heart Link is 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 3 at the Airman and Family Rediness Center. Heart Link is a class that introduces new Air Force spouses to military life. For more information on registration and childcare, call 301-981-7087.
Saturday, Dec. 5 Santa visits Thrift Shop!
Santa is scheduled to visit the Andrews Thrift Shop, Bldg. 1676 Brookley Ave., Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call301-685-3343.
Sunday, Dec. 6 Deployed Family Holiday Dinner
The Airman and Family Readiness Center is sponsoring a deployed family dinner from 2 to 6 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Youth Center. To register, or for more information, call the A&FRC at 301-981-7087.
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Volunteers needed for 2010 MLK Day observance
The 316th Wing Equal Opportunity office is seeking motivated members to coordinate the 2010 Dr. Martin Luther King Day and the 2010 African American History Month observance at Andrews. For more information, call 301-981-3431.
Aerobics Classes
The Andrews fitness centers offer 27 free aerobics classes taught by certified instructors six days a week. Participation is on a first-come first-serve basis and steps and mats are provided. The West Fitness Center also offers Tae Kwon Do Wednesday and Friday 5 to 6 p.m. for $40 a month. Kempo-Karate is held Thursday at 6:30 p.m. for $25 a month. For more information, call 301-981-7201.
Auto Hobby Shop
Andrews members can ‘‘do-it-themselves” at the Auto Hobby Shop, Bldg. 1236, on Virginia Ave. From tire services, oil changes, battery changes to diagnostics, Andrews members can save time and money. For hours, fees and more information, call 301-981-3917.
Airmen Professional Enhancement Course
The Airman Professional Enhancement Course is a career development course targeted at airmen 1st class with less than 36 months time in service. The class will include topics such as career counseling, discipline, military heritage, communication skills, mentoring, debt management, enlisted evaluation system, enlisted force structure and career progression. To register, log on to https:⁄⁄afkm.wpafb.af.mil⁄ASPs⁄CoP⁄OpenCoP.asp?Filter=OO-ED-AM-02 and click ‘‘APEC.”
Bowling Specials
*Red Pin Bowling Wednesday from 2 to4 p.m. Strike on the Red #1 Pin and win a free game during open bowling.
*7⁄10 Split Day Thursday from 2 p.m. to closing. Bowl a Spare on the 7⁄10 split and win a week of free bowling during open bowl.
*Family Fun Day Saturday: Breakfast buffet 8 to 10 a.m. $5 per person. Open bowling 8 to 10 a.m. $1 per game includes shoes, after 10 a.m. $2 per game. All-you-can-eat spaghetti 5 to 7 p.m. $5 per person and fun night bowling 5 to 8 p.m. up to five bowlers can bowl for $5 per game. For more information, call 301-981-3471.
Commissioning Briefing
Andrews members interested in becoming an officer are welcome to attend the commissioning briefing, which covers all commissioning programs, eligibility requirements and provides time for questions and answers. Briefings are held the third Wednesday of every month at the education services center, Bldg. 1413, from 1 to 2 p.m. For more information, call 301-981-6347.
Wednesday Storytime
Storytime for children up to 5-years-old is held at the Andrews library every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. For more information, call 301-981-6454.
PCS In-Processing Briefing
Briefings are at 8 a.m. every Monday in the Reel Time Theater. Attendees need to bring two copies, front and back, of their orders, copies of receipts and a pen. Appointments are required. Newcomers must report to the 316th Military Personnel Services, Bldg. 1414, for scheduling and initial inprocessing actions. For more information, call 301-981-1776; select option three for questions.
Stress Management
The Stress Management workshop is held the second Wednesday of every month from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Health and Wellness Center. The program covers several areas essential in gaining awareness and developing better coping skills in managing everyday stress. To register, call the HAWC at 240-857-5601.