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August 28, 2015                  Announcements                                                                                                               Desert Wings

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Force Support Squadron                                          and costs.                                                        cess and an email address will be able to apply for AFAS
                                                                  Learn to Fly: The sky is the limit at the Edwards AFB Aero      assistance using the new AFAS Online Application by regis-
  5 N. Seller’s Ave., Bldg. 3000                                                                                                  tering and completing the application at https://my.afas.org/
                                                                Club. Experience the thrill of piloting an aircraft. Your local   memberportal/Login/Login.aspx. Complete and submit the
Sponsorship Opportunities                                       $HUR&OXESURYLGHVPDQ\VWDJHVRIÀLJKWWUDLQLQJIURP\RXU      application to the Airman and Family Readiness Center or
  Attention local business operators; Reach your military       ¿UVWLQWURGXFWRU\ÀLJKWWKURXJKVRORWKHQRQWRSULYDWHFRP-    for more details, call 661-277-4662.
                                                                mercial and instructors’ ratings. The choice is yours. Whether
market! Edwards Services is proud to provide businesses the     your aim is recreational or a career path, your Aero Club will      Volunteer Registration: All volunteers with Edwards’AFB
opportunity to show support of our military members through     train you to the highest standard with safety always foremost.    RI¿FLDORUJDQL]DWLRQVXQLWVQHHGWRUHJLVWHUZLWKWKH$	)5&
the AF Commercial Sponsorship Program. From 4th of July’s                                                                         Volunteer Coordinator, Al Laxamana at 661-277-2972. Orga-
Freedom Fest to the annual Children’s Holiday Party held in     Airman and Family Readiness                                       nizations or agencies that need volunteers and folks looking
December, the Edwards Services does it’s best to show appre-                                                                      for volunteer opportunities may also contact Airmen & Fam-
ciation for the commitment of excellence the men and women        90 Farrell Drive, Bldg.5620, 661-277-0723                       ily Readiness to be included on a distribution list.
of Edwards AFB provide every day. We are seeking support
for these events and more in the form of funding and event        Pre-Separation Counseling: Sept. 5, 8:30-11 a.m. This is a      Arts and Crafts Center/Auto Hobby
enhancements. Sponsors will receive recognition such as logo    FRQJUHVVLRQDOO\PDQGDWHGEULH¿QJDQGDSUHUHTXLVLWHIRUWKH
placement on advertising materials, booth space onsite during   ¿YHGD\7UDQVLWLRQ$VVLVWDQFH3URJUDP6SRXVHVDUHKLJKO\          200 Methusa Rd., 661-275-ARTS/661-275-AUTO
the event, verbal acknowledgement, mention in base news-        encouraged to attend.
papers, and opportunities to network with event participants.                                                                       Instructors Needed: Attention all artists and crafters—if
All offers of sponsorship must be received no later than three    Boots to Business: Sept. 3 and 4, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the    you’re creative we need you! The Arts & Crafts Center is
months prior to the event date. Contact Tiffany Meyer at 661-   A&FRC. The A&FRC is hosting this two-day class presented          seeking out instructors of all types. Come and share your
277-6809, FSS/SVK, 205 W. Popson Ave Bldg. 2500, Ed-            by the Small Business Administration for transitioning mili-      creative knowledge with a diverse group of students looking
wards AFB, CA 93524.                                            tary members and military spouses. The SBA is focused on          for painting, drawing, photography, scrapbooking and other
                                                                helping veterans and their families explore entrepreneurship      craft/art related instruction. No prior instructor experience
  This is a solicitation for commercial sponsorship by a Non-   for their future.                                                 necessary—if you are knowledgeable then we are looking
appropriated Fund Instrumentality of the U.S. government. It                                                                      for you! Contact the Arts & Crafts Center at 661-275-ARTS
does not obligate appropriated funds or nonappropriated funds     Bundles for Babies: Sept. 4, 9-11:30 a.m. at the A&FRC.         (2787) for more information.
of the government.                                              7KLVFODVVLVKHOGTXDUWHUO\WRSURYLGHD¿QDQFLDOEULH¿QJWR
                                                                expectant parents. Additionally, the Family Advocacy Nurse          Basic Vehicle Maintenance Class: Saturdays at 10 a.m.
Aero Club                                                       presents a block of instruction of baby care for new parents.     Cost is $15 per person. Participants will learn the basics of
                                                                Layette sets are given to the new parents on behalf of the Air    good vehicle maintenance. Learn how to operate a lift, change
  320 Jones Road, South Base, Bldg. 320, 661-275-AERO           Force Aid Society.                                                your oil and check and balance your tires. For more informa-
                                                                                                                                  tion, call the Auto Hobby Shop at 661-275-AUTO (2887).
  Flight Training: Private, Instrumment, Commercial, ATP,         How to Avoid Falling For a Jerk/Jerkette: Sept. 8, 5-7
CFI, CFII, and ATP. Aircraft rentals range from $131-$145       p.m. at the A&FRC. Do you want to avoid the dilemma of              Smog Testing: Edwards Auto Hobby performs smog
per hour, instructor $45 per hour by appointment. Multi-        falling madly in love only to realize that the person is not who  checks 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday. Call ahead to
Engine, Commercial, ATP, CFI, and CFII. Aircraft $300 per       \RXWKRXJKWWKH\ZHUH"/HDUQWKHVNLOOVQHFHVVDU\WRIROORZ      see what times are available.
hour, instructor $45 per hour by appointment.                   your heart without losing your mind!
                                                                                                                                    Frame Shop: We have the Best prices in the Antelope Val-
  Rentals: Your Aero Club offers Cessna 172s, Cessna 182s,        Heart Link: Sept. 9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the A&FRC. This is        ley when it comes to custom framing—are prices can’t be
and a Baron for rent. Contact the Aero Club for reservations    an introduction to the Air Force for spouses who are newly        beat and remember there is NO SALES TAX!
                                                                married, or want to learn more about the Air Force way of
 412th FSS Labor Day Holiday                                    life. Workshop-based, speakers from various service agencies        Oil Changes and Alignments: We offer very competitive
           Weekend Hours                                        give an overview of services available. Lunch is included         prices as well as services in mounting and balancing. No tax
                                                                and childcare needs to be requested two weeks prior to the        or waste fees. Come visit Auto Hobby at Bldg. 2440 or call
  Family Down Day—Sept. 4                                       as needed. Part two-of-two in New Key Spouse Program              661-275-AUTO (2886).
     Hours of operation for all open 412th FSS facili-          Orientation.
                                                                                                                                    Wood Shop: Available 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday through Sat-
  ties:                                                           Newcomers’ Orientation: Sept. 10, 7:45 a.m.-2 p.m. Re-          urday. For the wood working hobbyist, the Arts and Crafts
     $HUR&OXEDPSP                                   quired for all active duty members and provides vital in-         Center provides a variety of equipment that includes band
     $UWV	&UDIWVDPSP                               formation regarding base resources and services, policies         saws, table saws, a drill press and much more, for a minimal
     $XWR+REE\DPSP                                  procedures, recreation opportunities and more. Spouses are        cost of $2 per hour. A safety course is required to use the
     Child Development Center: 6:15 a.m.-5 p.m.                 welcome and encouraged to attend.                                 Wood Shop. For more information, call 661-275-2787 or stop
     High Desert Inn: Open seven-days a week, 24                                                                                  by the Arts and Crafts Center in Bldg. 2440.
                                                                  Volunteer Registration: All volunteers with Edwards’AFB
  hours a day                                                   RI¿FLDORUJDQL]DWLRQVXQLWVQHHGWRUHJLVWHUZLWKWKH$	)5&        Auto Hobby: Your Auto Hobby Center is new and im-
     +LJK'HVHUW/DQHV%RZOLQJ&HQWHUDP              Volunteer Coordinator, Al Laxamana at 661-277-2972. Orga-         SURYHG:HQRZRIIHURLORLO¿OWHUVZLSHUEODGHVDQGDYD-
                                                                nizations or agencies that need volunteers and folks looking      riety of accessories—you can purchase these items to use
  midnight                                                      for volunteer opportunities may also contact Airmen & Fam-        yourself or Auto Hobby can do the work for you! We will
     ,QIRUPDWLRQ7LFNHWV	7RXUVDPSP                ily Readiness to be included on a distribution list.              match or beat any maintenance and repair prices (except for
     -RVKXD7UHH'LQLQJ)DFLOLW\%UXQFKDP                                                                               warranty work). We can also take care of special orders on
                                                                  4 Lenses™ Assessment: 4 Lenses™ is founded on the real-         parts.
  SP'LQQHUSP0LGQLJKW0HDOSP            ization that each individual has unique strengths and motiva-
  1 a.m.                                                        tions. The 4 Lenses™ assessment helps organizations build           Engraving: New and improved laser-engraver—the qual-
                                                                a solid understanding of the innate talent and potential of its   ity of our product will exceed your expectations! Our new
     /LEUDU\DPSP&ORVHG6HSW                    individuals. The 4-Lenses™ instrument was created from the        machine can engrave on a variety of materials—glass, plastic,
     0XURF /DNH *ROI &RXUVH  DP SP           research of the Myers Briggs’ Personality Type Indicator, as      wood, metal, etc. We will match any price within the local
  6DQGEDJJHU*ULOODPSP                               ZHOODV'DYLG.HLUVH\¶VPRGL¿FDWLRQVWRWKLVLQVWUXPHQWLQKLV   AV community.
     2DVLV&RPPXQLW\&HQWHUDPSP                      book, Please Understand Me. Call Maria at 661-277-7618 to
     2XWGRRU5HFUHDWLRQDPSP                    schedule a 4 Lenses™ assessment for your organization/team.         Towing Service Available through Auto Hobby: Tuesday-
     Panda Express: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.                                                                                                Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $50. Towing is available on- and off-
     5RVEXUJ)LWQHVV&HQWHUDPSP                        Hearts Apart: This is a support group and social network        base although a $5 per mile charge past any of the gates. For
     School-Age Annex: 6:15 a.m.-5 p.m.                         for families of deployed members and an opportunity to meet       more information, call (661) 275-AUTO.
     Youth/Teen Center: 2-5 p.m.                                with leadership. Sign-up is required. For more information,
     All other FSS facilities will be closed                    call 661-277-0723.                                                Child Development Center

  Labor Day – Sept. 7                                             Sponsorship Training: All sponsors need to complete the           275 1035 W. Fitzgerald Blvd. Bldg. 6457, 661-275-TOTS
     All 412th FSS facilities will be closed except the         on-line training at http//apps.mhf.dod.mil/es and then call
                                                                Maricel Rusit at 661-277-0723 for more information and              Part-Day Enrichment: Begins Aug. 31, runs Monday-
  following:                                                    resources.                                                        Friday, 9-11 a.m.
     $HUR&OXE)O\LQJVXQULVHWRVXQVHWRI¿FHFORVHG
     High Desert Inn: open seven-days a week, 24                  Spouse Employment/Volunteer Resources: The link to job          Club Muroc
                                                                search strategies and volunteer opportunities is through the
  hours a day                                                   Airman & Family Readiness Center. Individual consultation           275 Doolittle Parkway, 661-275-CLUB
     -RVKXD7UHH'LQLQJ)DFLOLW\%UXQFKDP             is also available by appointment to provide assistance with
                                                                resumes and education opportunities. The A&FRC has es-              Fight Frenzy—UFC 191: Sept. 5, doors open at 5:30 p.m.
  SP'LQQHUSP0LGQLJKW0HDOSP            tablished a distribution list that will allow job vacancies to    Free for members, $5 for non-members. UFC title matches
  1 a.m.                                                        be emailed to spouses as they become available. If you are        will be shown at the club. Food specials! Enter to win a trip
                                                                interested in getting your email address added to this list or    for 2 to see a live UFC match up in Las Vegas!
     0XURF /DNH *ROI &RXUVH  DP SP           for more information, call Glenn Arola at 661-277-4662.
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                                                                  Air Force Aid Society: Air Force active duty/spouse (with
     5RVEXUJ)LWQHVV&HQWHUDPSP                      power of attorney), retired, widow/widower with internet ac-
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