CHARLESTON AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. –
Spotlight
Retirement: The 1st Combat Camera Squadron will host a retirement ceremony for Master Sgt. Christopher Nolan July 25 at 2 p.m. in the Education Center, Room 137. For more information, contact Tech. Sgt. Veronica Giacovelli at 963-3515.
Promotion ceremony: The 437th Airlift Wing will have a monthly promotion ceremony July 31 at 3 p.m. in the base theater. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Justin Strain at 963-2137.
Around the base
New AADD phone number: The AADD phone number has been changed to 963-AADD, or 963-2233. To prevent mishaps during transition, the old number will transfer to the AADD phone until Sept. 30. After Sept. 30, the old number will be obsolete. Any questions can be referred to Tech. Sgt. Kenneethia Fox at 963-3662, or Tech. Sgt. Marlon Jackson at 963-5512.
Free admission to Drayton Hall: Drayton Hall is offering free admission to active-duty military members, veterans, firefighters, police officers and emergency medical service members in recognition of what they do to serve America. Free admission is available from now to Sept. 15. Participants must show their official identification cards at the front gate to receive free admission for themselves and up to four of their immediate family members. For more information, call 769-2600 or visit www.draytonhall.org.
All classes and briefings sponsored by the Airman and Family Readiness Center will be held at Building 500 unless otherwise noted. If interested in signing up for an event, call 963-4406.
Unit INTRO monitor training: The 437 FSS A&FRC and Military Personnel Flight are conducting training for Unit Individualized Newcomer Treatment and Orientation monitors at the A&FRC July 28 from 10 to 11 a.m. Either the primary or alternate monitor must attend this important training. Call 963-4406 to confirm the attendee for your unit.
Smooth move: Meet with experts who will give good tips and ideas on planning for a smooth permanent change of station move July 30 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
SC employment services: A representative from the South Carolina Employment Services will be here July 30 to meet with job seekers. Half-hour appointments are held from 10 a.m. to noon. Individuals seeking an appointment must register online before the appointment at www.scjoblink.org.
Family pre-deployment briefing: Pre-deployment briefings are held every Tuesday and Friday from 2 to 3 p.m. for individuals preparing for a deployment within the next 30 days. The briefing provides information on all realms of deployment, and there will be tips for a successful deployment for both the member deploying and his or her family.
Reintegration seminar: There are reintegration seminars every Tuesday from 9 to 10 a.m. for individuals returning from deployment to help them reintegrate back into their family lives.
Airman's Attic needs volunteers: Volunteers are needed to help at the Airman's Attic located in the A&FRC Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. to sort donations and assist customers. There is also a need for individuals who own a truck or a trailer to volunteer as delivery drivers. Volunteers are eligible to participate in the base Recognizing Achievement and Volunteer Excellence program, which provides monthly incentives based on the number of hours volunteered. For more information, call 963-4408.
TSP transfers to Roth IRAs: Separated TSP participants and active participants eligible for age based in-service withdrawals now have the option to transfer all or part of their TSP withdrawal payments to a Roth IRA as well as to traditional IRAs or other eligible employer plans. Keep in mind that members must meet eligibility criteria and they must pay tax on any amount that is transferred into a Roth IRA for the year of the transfer. For more information, see the "Questions and Answers" on the TSP Web site or the TSP Tax Notice "Important Tax Information About Payments From Your TSP Account," available from the TSP Web site, www.tsp.gov, or by calling the ThriftLine at 1-877-968-3778.
Airman's Attic in need of donations: The Airman's Attic is in need of household items, children's clothing to size eight, appliances and furniture. If anyone has items that have been gently used, consider donating them to the attic. Donations can be dropped off Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, contact Betsy Crump at 963-4411.