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All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Center unless otherwise specified. For more information, call (843) 764-7480

August 1-3
A "FUNancial Kids Camp" will be held from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. This will be a fun way for children to learn and explore in the fields of entrepreneurship, finance, being wise consumers and making healthy life choices. A fun and educational curriculum provided in a safe and secure environment. August 1 to 3: Ages 5 to 8 years; August 2 to 3: Ages 9 to 15 years. To register, please call Fleet & Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston-NWS, Bldg. 755, at 843-764-7480 to sign up today. Spaces are limited.


August 7
"Operation Clip and Save" is a class over saving money and is scheduled to be held from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Learn how a penny-pinching shopper saves hundreds of dollars each month! Call the Fleet & Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station, Bldg. 755, at 843-764-7480 to register.


August 10
"Interviewing for Success" will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Learn the interviewing process and how to respond positively! To register, call the Fleet & Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, Bldg. 755, at 843-764-7480.


August 13
A military TSA education courses will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Learn about TSP, its purpose, and how it can help fund your retirement. To register, call the Fleet and Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, Bldg. 755, at 843-764-7480.


August 14
Are you a military spouse who needs an orientation into military life? "Military Spouse 101" is a class that may help and is scheduled to be held 9:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Learn military culture, such as jargon, rates/ranks, chain of command, and core values. Understand the mobile lifestyle. Get your military checklist. To register, call the Fleet and Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, Bldg. 755, at 843-764-7480.


August 14
A budgeting and goal setting class is scheduled to be held from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. See how living on a budget can help you set and meet your financial goals. To register, call the Fleet and Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, Bldg. 755, at 843-764-7480.



August 15
"Navigating Operational Stress" is a stress management course scheduled to be held from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. We experience stress every day; through the holidays, it goes up a notch or two. Learn techniques to slow down, take a deep breath, prioritize, and relax. Learn to bounce back, enjoy your holidays and keep stress at a manageable level. To register, call the Fleet and Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, Bldg. 755, at 843-764-7480.