CHARLESTON AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. –
Spotlight
Retirement: The 16th Airlift Squadron will host a retirement ceremony for Lt. Col. Ken Coburn today at 2 p.m. in the 16 AS auditorium. For more information, contact 1st Lt. Nathan Bailey at 963-7151.
Retirement: The 437th Maintenance Squadron will host a retirement ceremony for Master Sgt. Joseph VanPinxteren today at 10 a.m. in building 60. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Eugene Herrera at 963-4662.
Retirement: The 315th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron will host a retirement ceremony for Chief Master Sgt. Wendy Register Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Charleston Club. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Harold Vinson at 963-8018.
Retirement: The 315 AMXS will host a retirement ceremony for Maj. Betty Boudreau Sunday at 11 a.m. in the 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron auditorium. For more information, contact Capt. Yvonne Noisette at 963-8018.
Retirement: The 16 AS will host a retirement ceremony for Master Sgt. Mischelle Meleg Monday at 3 p.m. in the 16 AS auditorium. For more information, contact Chief Master Sgt. Steven Woodside at 963-7130.
Around the base
Career fair: The Airman and Family Readiness Flight, in cooperation with the Naval Weapons Station Charleston's Fleet and Family Support Center, is hosting the semi-annual Joint Air Force and Navy Job Fair today from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Charleston Club. More than 90 representatives from local, national and international companies have confirmed their attendance. A variety of career fields will be represented: aircraft, retail, public safety and law enforcement, engineering, management, sales and government -- just to name a few. Only valid military identification and Department of Defense cardholders may attend. For a list of companies that will be attending or for more information, contact George Ferguson or Linda Saylor Lankosz at 963-4406.
Uniformed TSP briefing: Learn about the pros, tax advantages and how participating in the Thrift Savings Plan can help supplement your retirement income. The briefing will be held Nov. 9 from 9 to 10 a.m. at the A&FRF. For more information or to sign up, call the A&FRF at 963-4406.
Combat camera photography on display: Alterman Studios in conjunction with the National Veterans Day Celebration will display the photographic works of three combat camera photographers from the 1st Combat Camera Squadron beginning Nov. 11 from 4 to 8 p.m. The works of the three combat camera photographers will be on display until Dec. 31. For more information or driving directions, contact Alterman Studios at 577-0647.
A&FRF closure: The A&FRF will be closed on Veterans Day and will resume regular business hours on Nov. 13. For more information, call the A&FRF at 963-4406.
Family pre-deployment briefing: There will be a pre-deployment briefing held every Friday from 2 to 3 p.m. at the A&FRF for individuals preparing for a deployment within the next 30 days. There will be tips for a successful deployment for both the member deploying and the family left behind. For more information or to sign up, call the A&FRF at 963-4406.
Transition Assistance Program: A 3-day workshop for military members who are transitioning from the military will be held Nov. 13 to 15 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Meet with experts from finance, the Department of Veterans Affairs, South Carolina Job Services and more to help get the tools needed for a successful transition into the civilian sector. For more information or to sign up, call the A&FRF at 963-4406.
Educational opportunities: Meet with an expert one-on-one who will help you reach educational goals during a briefing Nov. 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 pm. at the A&FRF. For more information or to make an individual appointment, contact the A&FRF at 963-4406.
Job services representative: Meet with a SC Job Services representative Nov. 14 from 1 to 4 p.m. who will help in a job search by individual appointment only at the A&FRF. For more information or to sign up, contact the A&FRF at 963-4406.
Midland Park access gate closure: The Midland Park access gate will be closed until Nov. 26 due to scheduled renovations at the Rivers Gate inspection area. During the renovation process, vehicles requiring access to Charleston AFB via Arthur Drive must use the Aviation Avenue exit. All commercial and oversized vehicles will be stopped and inspected at the Arthur Drive extension area prior to entry to Charleston AFB. All normal vehicle traffic transiting the Rivers Gate will be unimpeded. For more information, contact the 437th Security Forces Squadron operations section at 963-3639.
Pharmacy closure: The pharmacy will be undergoing a major renovation project beginning at the end of October. The project is estimated to take approximately four months. The pharmacy will continue with full services throughout the project. Patients may experience extended delays during this process. For more information, contact the pharmacy at 963-6569.
Volunteer delivery drivers needed: The Airman's Attic is in need of volunteers to pick up donated items. Volunteers are eligible to participate in an incentive program that provides free or reduced priced items at places like the golf course, bowling alley, club, car wash and more. Anyone who has an hour or two to spare on an as-needed basis, contact the A&FRF at 963-4406.
General education courses available: Park University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University offer general education courses that are needed to satisfy Community College of the Air Force degree requirements. For more information, contact Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University at 767-8912 or Park University at 552-7990.
Microsoft Office 2007: The latest version of Microsoft Office 2007 is now available to active-duty Air Force and civilian members for a fraction of the cost. To sign up, access the following Web site from a computer on the AMC-2K domain: https://hup.microsoft.com and enter the AMC Program Code C3F524CBE6 when prompted.
Patriots Point Museum: Patriots Point Museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Admission for active-duty military with an ID card is $13, but admission is free when in uniform. For more information, go to www.patriotspoint.org.
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 you have 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.