CHARLESTON AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. –
Spotlight
Retirement: The 437th Maintenance Operations Squadron will host a retirement ceremony for Chief Master Sgt. Peggy Miller Sept. 28 at 3 p.m. in the Charleston Club. For more information, contact Tech. Sgt. Danny Campbell at 963-5881.
Around the base
RiverDogs military appreciation night: The Charleston RiverDogs baseball team is having a baseball game free to all military and Department of Defense ID card holders and their families today. Vouchers are available at the 437th and 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Offices, Outdoor Recreation Center and Services Marketing. Military members or DOD ID holders can also show their IDs at the ticket window to be given complimentary tickets. Parking is $3 or $4 per vehicle. If there are any questions, contact the 437th Public Affairs Office at 963-5508.
Charleston Battery military appreciation night: The Charleston Battery soccer team is hosting a military appreciation night free to all military and Department of Defense ID card holders and their families Sept. 7. Tickets are available at the 437 and 315 AW/PA Offices, or you can show your military ID at the ticket window to be given complimentary tickets. Gates open at 6 p.m.; the game starts at 8 p.m. with fireworks at the end of the game. For additional information, call 437 AW/PA at 963-5608.
Dining facility open to retirees: The 437th Services Squadron will be hosting retirees in the Gaylor Dining Facility Sept. 18. This will allow retirees to share 60th Anniversary celebration, and encourage them to share with fellow Airmen their tremendous "Heritage to Horizon" experiences. For more information, contact the dining facility at 963-3595
Alabama Air National Guard part-time vacancies: Are you planning to Palace Chase, Palace Front or separate from active duty? Would you like to continue receiving most of your active duty benefits and have a great part-time job? The Alabama Air National Guard units in Montgomery have the following part-time vacancies: 1C072 - aviation resource management, 1N0X1 - intelligence, 2A0X1D - electronic warfare systems, 2A3X2 - avionics, 23X3B - aircraft maintenance, 2A6X4 - aircraft fuel systems, 2E1X2 - meteorological and navigation systems, 2E1X1 - satellite, wideband and telemetry systems, 2A0X1C - avionic sensor system maintenance, 3E7X1 - fire protection apprentice, 3A0X1 - information manager, 2T3X1 - mechanic apprentice, 2W0X1 - munitions, 2W1X1 - aircraft armament systems, 2A6X6 - aircraft electrical & environmental systems, 3C2X1 - communication computer programs, 3E0X2 - power production, 3E2X1 - heavy equipment, 3E4X1 - utility systems, 3E4X2 - liquid fuels, 3S251 - training, 3P0X1 - security forces, and 32E3B - engineer. The Alabama Air National Guard is also offering a $15,000 bonus until Sept. 30. Fore more information contact Master Sgt. Vonsetta Love at 334-394-7191, or 800-368-4481.
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 Airman and Family Readiness Flight at 963-4406.
Free salsa lessons: The Charleston Club is holding free salsa lessons in the Azalea Room Sept. 8 from 7 to 9 p.m., and open dancing from 9 p.m. to close. To sign up for lessons or for more information, contact Staff Sgt. April Quintanilla at 963-5588.
Smooth move briefings available online: Air Force legal offices are no longer required to provide "Smooth Move" briefings for potential claimants. A new online briefing can be viewed by claimants from any computer. This briefing can be accessed from the Air Force Claims Service Center public webpage at: http://legalassistance.law.af.mil/claims/. For more information, contact the 437 AW legal office at 963-5502.
General education courses available at education center: 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.
Scholarship for outstanding Airmen to ROTC: The SOAR program provides squadron commanders the opportunity to recommend individuals to prepare a Reserve Officer Training Corps application package. The wing commander approves the package, and headquarters Air Mobility Command will make nine selections Sept. 14. The SOAR/ROTC offers active-duty enlisted members the opportunity to earn a commission while completing a bachelor's degree as an Air Force cadet. The deadline for getting a completed package to the base education center is Aug. 31. Log on to the Web site below to read the latest details and requirements: http://www.afoats.af.mil/AFROTC/EnlistedComm/EnlistedCommissioning.asp
For more information, contact Linda Wilson at 963-4578.
Clinic has excess waiting room furniture: The clinic will have excess waiting room furniture during August and Sept. If you can use two-, three- and four-seat units, planters and tables in your work areas, contact Leon Smith for more information at 963-6759.
Become job ready while earning college credits: Spouses of active-duty Air Force and activated Reserve Airmen can enroll in a free computer 101 course offered by Trident Technical College and the A&FRF. Classes will be taught by TTC staff for eight consecutive Saturdays beginning Sept. 8 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Only 15 spaces are available and all applicants must go through a simple screening process at a date determined after registration. For more information, contact the A&FRF at 963-4406.
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.