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Photo by Robbin CresswellSanta holds 4-month-old Isaiah Dziolek whose dad, U.S. Air Force Chaplain Capt. David Dziolek, is currently deployed. Santa visited with children and adults alike during the 59th Medical Wing Christmas party at the Freedom Chapel, Dec. 15.

Comforting cookiesHoliday caper brings taste of home to AirmenPG 06

Keeping victims safeResources to combat family violencePG 03

CommentaryRemember our deployed Airmen PG 02

Santa visits JBSA-Lackland

Elves bring cheerAirmen share holiday spirit with seniorsPGs 10 &15

Secure Security Forces locks down base � ag football titlePGs 19-20

TALESPINNER DECEMBER 21, 2012commentary

Air Force News Service

Secretary of the Air Force Mi-chael Donley, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III

and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Roy send the following holiday message to the Airmen of the U.S. Air Force:

The holiday season is a perfect time to celebrate the many blessings that we enjoy in our country and spend time with the people who are most impor-tant in our lives. As we gather around those we love, we encourage you to strengthen the relationships that enrich your lives and sincerely thank those who steadfastly support your service to our nation’s Air Force.

To those who will spend this special

time of year far from family and loved ones, our thoughts are with you. The sacrifi ces you make earn the deep and abiding respect of your fellow Airmen and Americans. For those Airmen and members of our sister services engaged in combat operations around the globe, we look forward to your safe return.

To those of us with the opportuni-ties to celebrate the holidays at home, remember our deployed Airmen and extend heartfelt thanks to the fam-ily members and loved ones who miss them. We ask that you reach out to the families and friends of our deployed Airmen, and in the spirit of giving and support that defi nes our Air Force fam-ily, welcome them into your holiday celebrations.

In the many joyous ways we cel-

ebrate this holiday season, we wish you and yours the very best during this special time and throughout the New Year.

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Air Force leaders issue holiday message

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It also allows you to give feedback and recognize outstanding people and units.

If you leave your name and tele-phone number or email address, you will receive a reply.

Your contact information allows us to obtain more information, if need-ed, to help resolve your issue.

To submit an Action Line com-ment, email the JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs Offi ce at [email protected].

For issues related to the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, call the WHASC Action Line at 210-

292-4567, or email your request to [email protected].

For issues related to basic training or technical training, email the 37th Training Wing at [email protected].

Items of interest may be printed in the Lackland Talespinner.

Anonymous inquiries will not be published.

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO COMMANDER’S ACTION LINE

CLYDESDALES VISIT JBSAThe world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales,

a team of eight horses hitched to the famous red beer wagon, was on view Dec. 13 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland 24-hour Express, the main base gas station.

A swarm of interested Airmen and pass-ersby watched as the Clydesdales and wagon paraded around the parking lot dressed up in the classic colors of red and white. The team’s visit was a show of appreciation for the military. The team also visited JBSA-Ran-dolph and JBSA-Fort Sam Houston.

The "Gentle Giants," as the Clydesdales are often referred to according to the Budweiser website, posed for pictures after their parade and allowed their admirers to touch and pet them. The Clydesdales' ap-pearances at JBSA was one of hundreds made annually by the traveling team.

Photo by Alan BoedekerA team of eight Clydesdales pulled the turn-of-the-century meticulously restored beer wagon through the Warhawk parking lot to the crowd’s delight.

DECEMBER 21, 2012 TALESPINNER PAGE 3newsarts and crafts gallery showcase

Entries are being accepted at the Lackland Arts and Crafts Center for the annual Air Force Arts and Crafts Gallery Showcase.

Submission categories are craft, photography or digital art.

Age categories are youth ages 6-12, teens ages 13-17, and adults.

Entry forms and a digital photograph of the artwork must be submitted by Jan. 8 to the Lackland Arts and Crafts Center.

For additional information, call 210-671-2515.

aahc fish fry fundraiser

The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland African American Heritage Committee’s annual fish fry is Jan. 11, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Arnold Hall Community Center.

The $8 plate includes fresh fried catfish, potato salad, baked beans, cole slaw and bread.

Proceeds from the fish fry go to the African American Heritage scholarship fund.

thrift shop needs bookkeeper The Lackland Thrift Shop is seeking a

part-time bookkeeper.Knowledge of QuickBooks, Consign Pro,

leadership, managerial, basic under-standing of accounting principles, and computer skills are required.

Applicants must also pass a basic background check.

To apply, submit an application, cover letter, resume, and three references to LOSC, P.O. Box 27491, San Antonio, TX 78227.

For an application or more information, call 210-671-3608 or visit http://www.lacklandosc.org.

aahc annual gospel fest

The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland African American Heritage Committee’s annual gospel fest is Feb. 9, 6 p.m., at the Gateway Chapel.

The program is free and open to the public.

For additional information on the AAHC Annual Gospel Fest, contact Shirley Jones at 210-671-1750 or Tech. Sgt. Anna Ricks at 210-671-7699 or email [email protected].

News iN Brief

Orders for Protection E. Stephanie Hebert Legal Assistance Attorney, 802 MSG/JA

“When victims experience family vio-lence they often need more than just legal protection,” said Deborah Parrott, the Programs/Operations manager of the Bexar County Family Justice Center.

“Getting a protective order is the first step in keeping victims safe while we address the other needs that victims frequently experience,” she explained. “Because family violence tends to in-crease during and immediately after the holiday season, it helps when our com-munity is aware of that surge so that we can encourage victims to get help.”

The Texas Family Code defines “fam-ily violence” as an act by a member of a family or household against another member of that family or household that is “intended to result in physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or sexual assault,” or that is a “threat” that places the family member in fear of those same acts. Physical injury and sexual abuse to a child are also considered family violence.

A member of a family or household includes relatives, non-relatives who live together, spouses, former spouses, individuals who are parents of the same child, and those in a continuing or for-mer dating relationship. Texas law is clear that an applicant may obtain a protective order even though he or she is unrelated to the abuser, and even though there has been no act of physi-cal violence.

An adult may apply for a protective order with or without the assistance of a private attorney, a county or district attorney, or a local domestic relations office.

The person seeking protection (called an applicant) begins the process by filing an application with the court for the ap-plicant’s protection or for the protection of a child. An application for a protective order may be filed in the county where the applicant resides, or the county in which the respondent resides. If a law-suit involving the same parties (a divorce case, for example) is pending, the ap-plication for protective order will usually

be filed in that same court.Neither an applicant, nor an attor-

ney representing an applicant, will be charged a fee by the district or county clerk, a sheriff, constable or court re-porter. However, a private attorney re-tained by an applicant may expect the applicant to pay all attorney’s fees up front.

Once an application is filed with the court, the court may issue a temporary ex parte order, or may wait until the evidentiary hearing takes place, to enter an order to protect an applicant. At the evidentiary hearing, both parties will be allowed to testify about whether or not there is a need for a protective order.

A statement made by a child that de-scribes family violence against the child may also be admissible at the hearing. At the conclusion of the hearing, a pro-tective order will be granted if the court finds that family violence has occurred and is likely to occur in the future. A protective order is usually valid for up to two years, but 2011 legislation gave Texas courts the authority to grant pro-tective orders for longer periods of time. The protective order will be delivered to local and state law enforcement officials, as well as the chain of command of any active duty servicemember.

A protective order may prohibit the abuser from having contact with the vic-tim, removing a child or pet from the other party, disposing of community or

jointly owned property, or possessing a firearm or a license to carry one. The order may also require the abuser to complete a battering intervention pro-gram, may award exclusive possession of a residence to one party, may order the payment of support for a spouse or child, and may order for visitation with a child.

If we can provide you with more infor-mation about protective orders, please schedule an appointment to meet with a legal assistance attorney at the 802 MSG/JA Legal Assistance Office by call-ing 210-671-3362.

Family Violence

If you need protection from domes-tic violence, call 911.

Other resources include: Lackland Sexual Assault Hotline at

210-671-7272

San Antonio Rape Crisis Center for Children and Adults at 210-521-7273 (24 hour hotline)

Lackland Security Forces at 210-671-2018, the San Antonio Police Department at 210-207-7273

National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233.

To apply for a protective order, please call the Bexar County Family Justice Center at 210-208-6800, or download a free packet of forms at http://texaslawhelp.org

TALESPINNER DECEMBER 21, 2012

By Jorge A. RodriguezCatalanCommunity Health Manager

Although it has been a year full of recalls and food-safety alerts, the following tips can keep the festive in and the danger out of every holiday meal:

Wash hands thoroughly and frequently with hot, soapy water to minimize the spread of germs from food and food-contact surfaces; do not rely on hand sanitizers as they do not do the trick. All food con-tact surfaces should be washed and sanitized as well, including cutting boards, knives, counter tops, sinks and utensils.

Sanitizing surfaces: One of the best sanitizers is household bleach. Mix two teaspoons of chlorine bleach to one gallon of water and use to sanitize all food-contact surfaces. The proper way to sanitize is to wash first, then rinse with hot water, then sanitize with the bleach solution and allow the food-contact surface to air dry completely.

Safe thawing: The safest way to thaw a turkey is to do it in the refrigerator. Allow 24 hours for each 4-5 pounds in a refrigerator set at 40 degrees Fahrenheit. It takes approximately 4-5 days to thaw a turkey weighing 16-20 pounds. A thawed tur-

key can remain in the refrigerator 1-2 days before cooking. Never leave a turkey at room temperature to thaw, or in the trunk of a car, on the porch, in the basement, or anywhere else where the tem-perature cannot be monitored. A turkey left on the counter for two hours is not safe. Even if the center

is frozen, the exterior is in the danger zone, where bacteria multiply the fastest.

Safe stuffing: Ideally, stuffing should be cooked outside the turkey. However, take a temperature of the center of the stuffing if cooked inside the bird, making sure it has reached at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Bacteria can survive in stuffing that has not reached this temperature and if consumed, will result in foodborne illness.

Safe cooking: Set the oven temperature to less than 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the turkey in a shallow roasting pan 2-2 ½ inches deep. The food thermometer must reach a temperature of at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit at the center of the stuffing, the meaty portion of the breast, thigh, and wing joint. Allow the turkey to stand for 10-15 minutes before removing all stuffing from the cavity and carving.

Remember: Keep hot foods hot (above 140 de-grees Fahrenheit) and cold foods cold (below 41 degrees Fahrenheit). Do not cross-contaminate raw foods with ready-to-eat foods. Don’t let food sit at room temperature for more than four hours.

Don’t make this holiday season a memorable one for the wrong reasons. More information at the CDC website: http://www.cdc.gov/Features/TurkeyTime/

Cooking tips for safe holiday meals

COURTESY GRAPHIC


By Mike JosephSenior Writer

The 2012 local and national Combined Federal Campaign has been extended until Dec. 31 by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management director.

John Berry, OPM director, said in a letter to lo-cal CFC workers he was extending the solicitation period for two weeks from its original end date of Dec. 15.

“I have decided to extend the campaign . . . in order to accommodate end-of-year donations and close the year on a strong note,” Berry stated in the letter.

The Joint Base San Antonio CFC has its $4.6 mil-lion goal in sight as the campaign winds down. The three JBSA locations sit just below 90 percent of their goal, raising $4.1 million since the campaign kicked off Sept. 1.

JBSA-Lackland has collected $1.78 million, or 86 percent of its goal; JBSA-Fort Sam Houston stands at $1.29 million, or 92 percent; and JBSA-Randolph’s donations total $1.04 million, or 89 percent.

The San Antonio CFC campaign totals just over

$5 million, or 91 percent of its $5.5 million goal.“The 2012 campaign has been very successful

when you consider the uncertainty about the na-tion’s economy,” said 1st Lt. Anthony Anderson, JBSA CFC campaign project officer. “We have been pleasantly surprised and excited to see donations come in at a consistent rate throughout the cam-paign. Additionally, units have conducted fundrais-ers in order to meet the JBSA CFC goals and show their support to this worthy cause.”

Master Sgt. James Wooding, another JBSA CFC project officer, said yearly trends show the military members and civilian federal employees in JBSA always step up when called upon. This year has been no different.

“The number of people giving this year is rough-

ly the same as last year, but the amounts donated have shown variance,” Wooding said. “Even so, when a community can come together to raise over $4 million, that is something to be extremely proud of.

“The hard work and dedication by the campaign team members shows that so long as the oppor-tunity continues to present itself, people in JBSA will continue to give,” Wooding said.

The CFC was created to shield federal employees from constant year-round solicitation in the work place. It affords them the opportunity to decide and donate without leaving their work center.

The 2012 campaign guidebook for potential con-tributors listed more than 2,700 different charities, local to international. Donors can make one-time contributions or payroll deductions; donations can also be distributed among the charities in accor-dance with the donor’s wishes.

This year’s theme, “iGive,” is comprised of four parts: “I’m informed, I’m involved, I’m inspired and I’m invested.” It augments an “effective com-munications” approach to the campaign, and local CFC leadership said it has been one of the keys to this year’s success.

CFC campaign extended to Dec. 31

By Mike JosephSenior Writer

The annual Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Holiday Cookie Caper united the base community in a common goal: bring a little taste of home to Lackland.

The goal for this year’s Holiday Cookie Caper, Dec. 17, was to collect and distribute 1,500 dozen cookies to JBSA-Lackland military members who will spend the holidays on base in the dormitories, including recruits in base military training.

“We try to bring a touch of home to those Airmen and other military members during the holidays,” said Chief Master Sgt. Craig Recker, 37th Training Wing command chief master sergeant, the wing’s top enlisted leader. “The feedback I get (from past cookie capers) is always positive. It means a lot at a time when they may be away from home their first holiday season in the military.”

Both cookies and people came literally by the dozen to the Freedom Chapel parking lot in the early morning hours of the caper. Donors arrived in the parking lot before sunrise to drop off cookies

and kept a steady stream for several hours, taking dead aim at the 1,500 dozen goal.

A crew of volunteers from various JBSA-Lack-land units continuously stuffed cookies into bags throughout the morning. The bags were decorat-ed by various base youth organizations, including Lackland Elementary School and the base Child Development Centers.

The bags were adorned with either a message, colored brightly, or both.

“The kids could write or color whatever they wanted on the bags. They’re pretty cool,” Recker said.

First sergeants began pick-ups in the late morn-ing for distribution the same day throughout base dormitories to technical training students and per-manent party. Cookies for BMT trainees will be stored in squadron dining facilities until Christmas Day, and served with that day’s meal.

“It’s great for our Airmen to get a piece of home when they don’t get to go home for the holidays,” said Julie Camerer, one of the many volunteers and wife of Col. Mark Camerer, 37th TRW commander. “It’s touching to see how many people give their

time to donate cookies or volunteer to help. I think it’s rewarding for everyone involved.”

Holiday cookie caper hits home


By Alex SalinasJoint Base San Antonio-Randolph Public Affairs

Nearly 300 people gathered to com-memorate the memory of retired Col. Ralph Parr Dec. 17 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Theater.

Parr, who died Dec. 7 at age 88 in New Braunfels, Texas, was the 12th Tactical Fighter Wing commander from 1970-71 and the only American pilot to receive both the Distinguished Service Cross and Air Force Cross, the Army and Air Force’s highest honors behind the Medal of Honor.

Rev. Donald Somerville’s spiritual message opened the service. The re-membrance was treated as a “celebra-tion of life,” Somerville said. Somer-ville described Parr as empathetic, kind and passionate, which allowed him to become a respected leader. However, understanding who Parr was is a mat-ter of perspective he said.

There is Ralph Parr, the military man, whose aerial prowess is well known. The Korean War double ace fl ew 641 combat missions during three wars in four different aircraft. He retired with more than 6,000 fl ying hours and earned more than 60 med-als and ribbons, making him one of the most decorated aviators in American history.

Retired Col. Gary Baber, “River Rat” chapter president of the Red River

Valley Fighter Pilots Association, said Parr had a tendency to attack large formations of enemy airplanes by him-self, leaving behind a piloting legacy “of courage and doing one’s duty.”

There is also Ralph Parr, the friend and wingman. A member from Parr’s maintenance crew during the Vietnam War recalled how the colonel would regularly chat with Airmen, disre-garding rank, and how he refused to remove three bright stripes on his aircraft – which made him a visible target – because he wanted pilots to know where he was at all times; no pilots were lost under his watch.

Lastly, there is Ralph Parr, the man. He is survived by his wife, Margaret, three stepchildren and twelve grand-children. Parr’s hobbies included fl y fi shing, golfi ng and watching the San Antonio Spurs and Dallas Cowboys play.

Humility and dignity, coupled with a dry sense of humor, made Parr an interesting person who didn’t mention his accomplishments, but had a lot to say when asked, said Paul McLaugh-lin, Parr’s stepson.

“America needs leaders like Ralph Parr,” said Col. Gerald Goodfellow, 12th Flying Training Wing commander.

Funeral services included a T-38 Missing Man formation fl yover fol-lowed by internment at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

Valley Fighter Pilots Association, said

Legendary double ace pilot laid to rest

By Alex Salinas

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DECEMBER 21, 2012 TALESPINNER PAGE 9

502nd ABW Safety Office

As vehicle operators, we know there are rules and laws to follow for our safe-ty, other drivers and pedestrians. No one wants to be in an accident, especially one that involves a child; however each year throughout the U.S., a number of children are injured or killed in school zones because of an unsafe driver.

Some drivers elect not to slow down for school zones and a recent local tele-vision news story highlighted some base personnel speeding through the school zone near the Valley High gate. The fol-lowing information, courtesy of Driving University, is provided to help ensure we’re all aware of and take the neces-sary precautions to ensure the safety of children at school zones on and off base.

Drivers approaching school zones may encounter some special traffic hazards. First of all, large numbers of children may be present walking to and from school. Secondly, at the beginning

and end of the school day, streets sur-rounding the school are often clogged with school buses and the cars of students’ parents. Therefore, drivers need to give school zones special attention in order to drive de-fensively. The nor-mal speed limit for most school zones is approx-imately 20 miles per hour or less. Depending on the location you could see slight differences.

In order to make sure driv-ers recognize the importance of obeying school zone speed limits, Texas has imposed increased fines and court costs on drivers caught speed-ing in those areas. These fines can vary

based on the city, county, or municipal-ity. In San Antonio, fines for speeding in

a school zone start at $206 for the first ten miles per

hour over the limit, and go up by $5 for

each additional mile.

No mat-ter where you get s t o p p e d , speed ing in a Tex-as school zone is expensive. However, the life of

a child is priceless, and

that’s exactly what you are risk-

ing as you zip through a school zone. Children are more vulner-able than adults to being hit by a car for

a number of different reasons. First, they can be less cautious than adults. Secondly, they are shorter and smaller, making them harder to see from behind the wheel of a car. Also, being smaller means that they are less likely to survive a crash than an adult.

Drivers should also be aware that some Texas municipalities prohibit the use of cell phones when school zones are in effect. Talking on a cell phone takes attention away from the road, where it should be, especially if there are child pedestrians present. Texting or sending emails is an even worse distraction. Cur-rent law already prohibits drivers under the age of 18 from texting or using a cell phone while driving.

Driver’s speed because they’re in a hurry, inattentive to their driving, don’t take traffic laws seriously (or don’t think they apply to them), or don’t expect to get caught. It is up to each of us to take responsibility for our actions each and every time we are behind the wheel. Make it your goal to be a safe driver.

Slow down at school zones


By Dona Fair37th Training Wing Public Affairs

During the holiday season, members of the 737th Training Group took time out of the busy training schedule to spread holiday cheer at Gray-son Square Health Care Center, which provides extended-stay nursing care to seniors with varying levels of disabilities in San Antonio.

Since 1999, members of the training group have made it a tradition to give facility residents pres-ents during the holidays. This year 84 residents

gave their Christmas wish lists to the training group.

Staff Sgt. Jenny Jones, a military training in-structor with the 737th Training Support Squad-ron, was this year’s project organizer. She was overjoyed at the response of those who donated gifts for the residents. She said it reminded her of spending time with her great-grandfather.

“This was my fi rst year to participate in this project,” Jones said. “It makes me feel very blessed for what I have and makes me very happy that we can give to others who don’t have as much.”

As trainees from the 323rd Training Squadron Drum and Bugle Corps played Christmas songs, volunteers from Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland passed out presents and talked to the residents. Some of the residents began to cry when they received their presents.

“It’s very heartwarming to give gifts and to share the holiday spirit with people who really appreciate our coming here and the folks here just really seem to enjoy it,” said Dr. Laura Munro, 737th Training

See CHRISTMAS ELVES PG 15

Photos by Melinda Mueller Lt. Col. Jared Granstrom, 737th Training Support Squadron commander, helped hand out gifts during this year's Opera-tion Grayson Square. The annual event, where members of the 737th Training Group gather gifts for residents of the Grayson Square Healthcare Center is now in its 12th year.

Christmas elves bring holiday cheer to health care residents

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Training Group737th


Monthly Events JanuaryService Member

and Family ReadinessClasses focus on computer skills

Patrons can take advantage of Microsoft Offi ce Classes including: Word level 1, Jan. 3; Excel level 1, Jan. 8; Excel level 2, Jan. 15; Word level 2, Jan. 17; Word level 3, Jan. 24; Excel level 3, Jan. 29; PowerPoint level 1, Jan. 30; and Pow-erPoint level 2, Jan. 31. Classes are held at the Roadrunner Community Center, building 2797, 8 a.m.-noon. Registration is required. For more information or to sign up, call 221-2518/2705.

Forum assists new U.S. citizens and immigrantsThe monthly U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Forum is

hosted by Relocation Readiness Jan. 8, noon-2 p.m. at the Roadrunner Community Center, building 2797, on Fort Sam Houston. The forum is an opportunity for service members and their families to ask important questions and speak di-rectly to representatives from USCIS. For more information, call 221-2418.

Members learn new resume techniquesThe Randolph Airman and Family Readiness Center

teaches new job-searching techniques during a Resume Writ-ing Workshop Jan 9, 9-10:30 a.m. For more information, call 652-5321.

Class prepares families for an overseas assignmentThe Overseas Orientation Jan. 9, 10-11 a.m. and 5-6 p.m.,

at the Roadrunner Community Center, building 2797, is the ideal setting to gather information and prepare for an assign-ment abroad. For more information, call 221-2418.

Newcomers get off on the right footLackland Airman and Family Readiness host a Right Start

newcomer’s orientation at the Gateway Club Jan. 9 and 23, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Attendees may choose either date for the mandatory briefi ng. To sign up, contact the base intro moni-tor. For more information, call 671-3722.

Spouses invited to Heart LinkAll spouses new to the military or Randolph are invited to

attend Heart Link, Jan. 10, 8:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m., at the Ran-dolph Airman and Family Readiness Center. A light breakfast and lunch will be served. To register, call 652-5321.

Parents learn to navigate EFMP systemLackland Airman and Family Readiness hosts the Navigat-

ing the EMFP Process class Jan. 15, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Parents with dependents in the Exceptional Family Member Program will be taken through the process from diagnosis to the as-signment phase. For more information, call 671-3722.

Class teaches spouses re-integration skillsThe Randolph Airman and Family Readiness Center hosts

Open Arms, a workshop for spouses of returning military members Jan. 16, 1-2 p.m. The class offers solutions to the various challenges specifi c to reuniting couples and families and provides resiliency skills and resources. To register, call 652-5321.

New offi cers learn fi nancial readinessFirst term offi cers at their new duty stations must take the

First Duty Station Personal Financial Readiness class within the fi rst 90 days of arrival at Lackland. The class covers goal setting, budgeting, saving, Thrift Savings Plan, understand-ing pay and entitlements, banking and allotments, credit/debt

management, security clearance issues, credit reports and scores. The next session is Jan. 23, 9 -11 a.m., at Lackland Airman and Family Readiness. For details, call 671-3722.

Newcomers welcome at extravaganzaService members and their families new to Fort Sam

Houston are welcome to the monthly Newcomers Extrava-ganza Jan. 29, 9:30-11 a.m., at the Sam Houston Community Center, building 1395, Chaffee Rd. Representatives from local businesses and activities on Fort Sam Houston provide giveaways and information to help with relocation to the Alamo City. There are prizes and a complimentary brunch. For more information, call 221-2418.

Couples learn keys to fi nancial blissThe Randolph Airman and Family Readiness Center hosts

Matrimony Class, Jan. 31, 3-4 p.m. This class addresses the fi nancial issues common between spouses, as well as tips on how to successfully communicate with their partner about money. For more information, call 652-5321.

Playgroup offers interactive fun for mother and childHelping Us Grow Securely playgroup for parents and

children up to age 5, meets each Tuesday, 9-11 a.m., at the Middle School Teen Center, Funston Rd., building 2515, on Fort Sam Houston for interactive and fun play. The next gatherings are Jan. 8, 15, 22 and 29. Registration is not required. For more information, call 221-0349 or 221-2418.

Arts and CraftsItalian class combines language, food and fun

The Lackland Arts & Crafts Center offers Italian 101 for beginners. The course teaches vocabulary, grammar and basic conversation. A sampling of different Italian foods and bever-ages are included in each class. The class fee is $108, which includes the textbook, all materials, food and beverage. Call 671-2515 for dates available in January.

Bowling CenterPatrons take the stage at open microphone night

Lackland Skylark Bowling Center hosts an open mi-crophone night Jan. 12, 8-11 p.m., in Primo’s Lounge. All singers, musicians and poets are invited to take the stage and perform. For more information, call 671-1234.

Bowling Center celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. The Randolph Bowling Center celebrates MLK Jr.

Jan. 19-21, with a special bowling rate of $2.50 (excluding

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Thunder Alley) per game, per person with $2.25 shoe rental for the entire weekend. For more information, call 652-6271.

Bowlers go cosmicCosmic bowling with glow-in-the-dark balls and pins, laser

lights and music takes place every Friday, 9 p.m.-midnight, and Saturday, 7 p.m.-midnight, at Lackland Skylark Bowling Center. A DJ appears the third Saturday of the month. For more information, call 671-1234.

Bowling Center offers weekly specialsPatrons can hold off their afternoon hunger at the Fort

Sam Houston Bowling Center, building 2521, Schofield Rd., with some weekly lunch specials. Every Tuesday, the Philly cheese steak combo with fries and a soft drink is $6.50. On Wednesdays the special is a six-inch meatball sub combo including fries and a soft drink for $5.50. The Friday lunch special is two pieces of fried Pollock with fries, Texas toast and a soft drink for $6.50. For more information, call 221-4740.

ClubsFootball Frenzy counts down the playoffs

It's Football Frenzy playoff time at the Randolph Kend-rick Club. Patrons can enjoy reduced Budweiser beverages and $1 off the football menu Jan. 5, 6, 12 and 13. On Jan. 20 the deals get sweeter with $8 beer buckets, and a steak burrito meal special. For more information, call 652-3056.

NFL Sunday Ticket is showing every week at the Sam Houston Community Center, building 1395, Chaffee Rd. on a choice of several 70-inch flat screen TVs. Game-time beverages, snacks and food are available in the commu-nity center at the Java Café. For more information, call 224-2721.

Prime rib buffet a hit with dinersLackland Gateway Club features a prime rib buffet Jan. 11,

5-8 p.m. Entrees of prime rib, stuffed pork chops and baked ti-lapia with white sauce are on the menu along with side dishes, soup and salad bar and bread pudding with bourbon sauce for

dessert. Member price is $17.95 per person and nonmember price is $19.95. For more information, call 645-7034.

Club members honored with special dinner

Lackland Gateway Club hosts a members’ appreciation dinner Jan. 15, 5-8 p.m. Patrons will dine on a buffet dinner of beef, chicken and fish entrees. Big band sounds and a ballroom dance contest are also featured. Members’ dinner price is $10.50. Nonmembers pay $12.50 each. For more informa-tion, call 645-7034.

Chef prepares special mealLackland Gateway Club presents

a special chef’s dinner Jan. 18, 5-8 p.m. Featured is chicken Wellington with white wine sauce, rice pilaf, broccoli spears, salad and freshly-baked rolls. The member price is $16.95 and the nonmember price is $18.95. For more information, call 645-7034.

.Community Programs

BOSS hosts Texas Hold‘Em, Halo tournament

Fort Sam Houston Better Op-portunities for Single Service Members hosts a Texas Hold‘Em and Halo Tournament Jan. 4, at the Benner Barracks, building 272. Registration is free. For details, call 295-6867.

Arnold Hall calls all gamersLackland Arnold Hall Community Center hosts a free

XBOX 360 tournament Jan. 25, 6-9 p.m. A practice session begins at 6 p.m. The event is open to gamers ages 16 and older. Food and prizes will be provided. For more informa-tion, call 671-2619.

BOSS schedules regular meetingsBetter Opportunities for Single Service Members meets

Jan. 9 and 23, noon, at the Fort Sam Houston BOSS room in the Benner Barracks. The group offers service members recreational activities and volunteer opportunities. For more information, call 295-6867 or 221-3949.

Talent workshop hones performance skillsLackland Arnold Hall Community Center offers a talent

workshop every Tuesday, 6-7 p.m. The class covers vocal training, song selection, stage presence, showmanship, micro-phone techniques, wardrobe selection and the basics of the entertainment business. The class fee is $15 per session. For more information, call 671-2619.

Piano lessons available for all agesLackland Arnold Hall Community Center holds private

piano lessons Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Spots are available 4-7 p.m. The fee is $20 per half-hour lesson. For more information, call 671-2619.

Community center opens barber shopShapin’ Headz is now open at the Sam Houston Com-

munity Center, building 1395, Chaffee Rd., giving folks a one-stop shop for food, tickets and a haircut. For more information, call 808-1374 or 808-1376.

Fitness and SportsRunners ring in new year

Runners hoping to get a great start in 2013 are invited to the New Year’s Eve 5K Dec. 31, midnight, at the Jimmy Brought Fitness Center, Wilson Way, building 320, on Fort Sam Houston. Runners can toast to a new year with complimentary and healthy beverages and snacks. For more information, call 221-1234.

Fitness Center hosts year-long health programOn Jan. 1 the Randolph Rambler Fitness Center kicks off

a year-long program, New Year, New You 2013. The goal of this self-monitored program is to run/walk 70 miles, attend 24 group fitness classes and bike 36 miles. For more infor-mation, call 652-7263.

Patrons start new year with fitness The Randolph Rambler Fitness Center hosts their annual

Resolution 5K Run, Jan. 1, 8 a.m. at Eberle Park. For more information, call 652-7263.

Group exercise featured in aerobathonThe Rambler Aerobathon on Jan. 5, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.,

is a great way to try out different group exercise classes offered at Randolph’s Rambler Fitness Center. For more information, call 652-7263.

Patrons learn proper weight liftingRandolph’s Rambler Fitness Center teaches patrons proper

lifting techniques and how to improve their workouts during the free weight lifting class Jan. 18, 11:30 a.m. in exercise room 128. For more information, call 652-7263.

Teams welcome at the Ranger Jam XVPlayers, ages 18 and older, are invited to get their teams

together for the Fort Sam Houston Ranger Jam XV Varsity Basketball Tournament Jan. 26-27, at the Fitness Center on the Medical Education Training Campus, Williams Rd., building 1369. The cost per team is $350. For more informa-tion, call 808-5710.

Varsity softball teams formingLackland Fitness and Sports will hold tryouts at the War-

hawk softball diamond for the men’s and women’s varsity softball teams. Men’s tryouts are Jan. 22, 24, 28-29, 31 and Feb. 4-5, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Women’s tryouts are Jan. 21-22, 28 and 30, 5-7 p.m. and Jan. 26 and Feb. 2, 10 a.m.-noon. For more information, call 671-0854 or 671-2632.

Runners are invited to the Frosty 5K Runners can celebrate winter at the Fort Sam Houston

Frosty 5K Fun Run Jan. 26, noon, at the Fitness Center on the Medical Education Training Campus, Williams Rd., building 1369. For more information, call 808-5709.

Varsity softball calls for coaches DOD cardholders ready to coach varsity soft-

ball should drop off a resume by Jan. 28 at the Fitness Center on the Medical Education Train-ing Campus, Williams Rd., building 1369, or mail it to Earl Young, 2380 Stanley Rd., building 124, Fort Sam Houston, Texas 78234-5020. For more information, call 808-5710.

Registration underway for Polar Bear Aquathon

Athletes are invited to take on the challenge of the Polar Bear Aquathon, Feb. 23, 2 p.m., at the Fort Sam Houston Outdoor Aquatic Center, building 3300, Williams Rd. Registration forms are available at the Jimmy Brought Fitness Center, Wilson Way, building 320. For more information, call 221-4887.

Patrons can sign up to Run/Bike/RunThe Randolph Rambler Fitness Center hosts

their annual Run/Bike/Run Feb. 2, 7 a.m., at Eberle Park. During this event patrons run a 5K, bike 10 miles, then run a mile and a half. For more information, call 652-7263.

Learn to spar with boxing classesLackland Chaparral Fitness Center holds box-

ing training classes Mondays and Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. Classes focus on boxing mechanics, condi-tioning, footwork, proper movement and defen-sive techniques in controlled sparring sessions.

The course is open to ages 14 and older. The fee is $50 per month. To sign up or for more information, call 671-2401.Get fit to a Latin beat

Lackland Chaparral Fitness Center holds Zumba® classes Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 4:15 p.m. There is a lunchtime class Wednesdays at noon. The fee is $2 per ses-sion. For more information, call 671-2401.

GolfGolf tournament scheduled

The monthly Wounded Warrior Four-Person Golf Tourna-ment Jan. 4, 12:30 p.m., at the Fort Sam Houston Golf Club, 1050 Harry Wurzbach Rd., offers 18 holes and camaraderie for service members, their families and guests. The tourna-ment costs $35 for nonmembers or $25 for members. The fee includes dinner and an entry to win prizes in the pro shop. The golf club is open daily 6 a.m.-8:30 p.m. The il-luminated driving range is open daily 6 a.m.-8 p.m. The pro shop is open daily 6:45 a.m.-8 p.m. Mulligan's Snack Bar is open daily 6:45 a.m.-6 p.m. For details, call 222-9386.

Randolph Oaks hosts MLK Jr. tournamentRandolph Oaks Golf Course hosts an MLK Jr. Golf Tour-

nament Jan. 21. The tournament is scored by individual best

ball gross score and tee times are 7-9 a.m. Entry fee is $10, plus green fees and cart rental. For more information, call 652-4570.

Information, Tickets and TravelKids sail free on Disney cruises

Lackland ITT is taking reservations for select Disney cruises during January and February 2013 featuring free fares for children. For more information, call 671-7111 to speak to a travel representative.

Casino tripRandolph ITT hosts several trips to Grand Casino Cous-

hatta in Kinder, Louisiana through the year, with the next trip scheduled for March 19-20. A trip includes round-trip motor coach transportation, hotel accommodations, a voucher for $23 from the Casino and friendly service from the bus driver and tour guide. No reservations, cancella-tions or changes will be made within two weeks of the trip. The bus departs at 7:30 a.m. and returns at approximately 9:30 p.m. the next day.

ITT offers back-to-school Caribbean cruiseLackland ITT offers customers a Carnival five-day

western Caribbean cruise Aug. 12-17. The ship departs Galveston to Progreso and Cozumel, Mexico. Rates start at $606.86 per person, double occupancy, for inside cabins and $676.86 for ocean view cabins. A $225 per person deposit and a $10 service fee is due by April 12. Final pay-ment must be made by June 10. For details, call 671-7111.

Ticket office sells discount tickets The MWR Ticket Office in the Fort Sam Houston

Community Center, building 1395, Chaffee Rd. is selling discount tickets for the San Antonio Spurs and Disney on Ice “Rockin’ Everafter,” April 10-14. For more information, call 808-1378.

LibraryLibrary provides virtual and traditional entertainment

Patrons are welcome to enjoy virtual fun at Gaming Day Jan. 6, 2:30-5:30 p.m., at the Keith A. Campbell Memorial Library, building 122, Harney Path on Fort Sam Houston. The library offers XBOX 360, PS3 and Wii, along with a host of old-fashioned board games. For more information, call 221-4702.

Library hosts scholarship fairLackland library conducts a scholarship fair Jan. 13,

3-5 p.m. Patrons who are interested in funding or scholar-ships for colleges and universities are invited to attend. For details, call 671-3610.

Story time available at all JBSA locationsStory time is available for preschool children every Thurs-

day, 10 a.m., at the Keith A. Campbell Memorial Library, building 122, Harney Path on Fort Sam Houston. For more information, call 221-4702.

Parents and preschool children are invited to story time every Friday, 9:30-10:30 a.m., at the Lackland Library. The


hour is fi lled with a craft, songs, dance and stories read aloud. For more information, call 671-3610.

Randolph Library story time introduces preschoolers to the wonders of reading with specially selected books, rhymes, music and other fun activities. Young readers gather at the library every Wednesday, 10 a.m., for a new reading adventure. For more information, call 652-2617.

Center offers free testing The Wayland Baptist National Test Center in the 502

Education and Training Offi ce on Fort Sam Houston offers CLEP and DSST examinations for college credit. Service members can take any subject exam once for free and are charged a fee for any retake exams in the same subject. Along with the cost of the test, all others will incur an additional $20 administrative fee. A valid credit card is required to take a CLEP or DSST. The test center also proctors exams from other universities for a fee. Cost is $20 per exam. All exams must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. Seating is limited, so early scheduling is recommended. The center offers testing on Mondays and Fridays at 8 a.m. and noon, respectively. To schedule an exam, visit www.sa.wbu.edu/ExamSched/examsched.htm. For more information, call 221-2135.

Library rolls out e-magazineZinio for Libraries is now available to patrons who

visit Keith A. Campbell Memorial Library, building 122, Harney Path on Fort Sam Houston. Zinio for Libraries provides a quick and easy way to read digital copies of popular magazines page-for-page, including full-color pic-tures. Simply by using the code provided by the library, patrons will be able to read, interact with and explore the largest selection of magazines anywhere. For details, call 221-4702.

Outdoor Recreation

Bargain warehouse offers great deals The next Randolph Bargain Warehouse is Jan. 16 in

building 1139, 8-9 a.m., for ranks E1-E6 and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for all other DOD ID cardholders. Only checks and cash are accepted as payment. A limited number of people will be allowed in the building at one time, so patrons come prepared to stand in line. For more infor-mation, call 652-5142 and select option two.

Exotic hunts set to begin at Camp BullisExotic hunts start Jan. 19, 4-8 p.m. on Camp Bul-

lis and will continue every Friday through Sunday evening until Feb. 17. Permit-holding hunters need to call Thursday morning no earlier than 8 a.m. for a reserve stand. Hunters seeking a second or third day, may call beginning at noon for any stands which are left over or that have not been selected. Walk-in hunt-ers are not permitted and all reservations must be made by phone. For more information, call 295-7577.

Sportsman range open for target practiceThe Camp Bullis Sportsman range is open Saturday-

Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in January. The range offers DOD cardholders a place to shoot their personal pistols, rifles and shotguns. Firearms must be registered at Camp Bullis. The range may close unexpectedly due to weather or troop use. Range users should call before coming out for target practice. For more information, call 295-7577.

Archery deer hunting season continues at Camp Bullis Archery hunting season for deer is open Friday-Sunday,

5:30 a.m.-dark at Camp Bullis through Jan. 6. Hunters must have a preselected permit to hunt deer. Scouting of preselected hunting areas continues. Hunting will be closed Dec. 24-26 and Dec. 31-Jan.2 for the holiday break. For more information, call 295-7577.

Bungalow special runs during JanuaryJoint Base San Antonio Recreation Park at Canyon

Lake offers a discount on one-bedroom bungalows dur-ing January. Patrons can rent a bungalow and stay three nights for the price of two. Each private bungalow is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator and sink, a full size bed, bunk beds (sleeps fours, but customers need to bring their own linen), air conditioning, heating and a bathroom with a hot shower. For more information, call 830-226-5056.

Cabana rentals marked down to half priceDuring the month of January at JBSA Recreation Park

at Canyon Lake patrons can rent one of the RV cabanas for half price, $22.50 per night, Monday through Thurs-day. The cabana’s have one bedroom, a queen bed, a sleeper sofa, two bunk beds, a bathroom shower, a toilet and a sink. The small kitchenette includes a refrigerator, stove, microwave and basic cooking utensils. Linens for beds are provided. For more information, call 830-226-5056.

Boat rentals discounted through FebruaryLackland Outdoor Recreation holds a winter boat rental

sale through February. Customers receive 50 percent off the price of boats, excluding jet skis and Jon

boats. For more information, call 925-5532.

Team building with paintballPatrons may reserve the entire Lackland

paintball fi eld for their group’s exclusive use. Group rates are also available. For more in-

formation or reservations, call 925-5532.

Youth ProgramsSoccer registration underway

Lackland Youth Programs conducts spring soccer registration Jan. 2-18 for

children ages 5-14. The fee is $45 per child. Parents may sign up 6 a.m.-6 p.m., weekdays, during the registration period. For more information, call 671-2388.

Fall basketball league signs up players Fort Sam Houston Youth Sports is hosting the annual

fall basketball league for youth ages 5-15. The registra-tion deadline is Jan. 11 at Parent Central, building 2797 on Fort Sam Houston. The cost is $65. Children participating in youth sports must have a current physical on fi le with Child, Youth & School Services at the time of registration. Practices begin Jan. 2 and the season begins Jan. 12. For more information, call 221-5519 or 221-5513.

Families get fi t for the new yearRandolph Youth Programs holds a free Fit Family fun

run/walk Jan. 5, 8:30 a.m., at Eberle Park. For more infor-mation, call 652-3298.

Parents get a night offLackland Youth Programs and the Gateway Child Devel-

opment Center holds Give Parents a Break/Parents’ Night Out Jan. 25, 7-11 p.m. Care is provided for children ages six weeks to 12 years old. Participants will enjoy an eve-ning of supervised fun, games and a snack. Pre-registration is required. The fee is $15 per child and may be waived with a Give Parents a Break referral. To sign up, call the Lackland Youth Center at 671-2388 or the Gateway CDC at 671-1052.

“Batter Up!” baseball registration startsRegistration for youth baseball takes place Jan. 29-

Feb. 15 at the Lackland Youth Center. Baseball is open to children ages 5-14. The fee is $45. Parents may sign up their child weekdays, 6 a.m.-6 p.m., during the registration period. For more information, call 671-2388.

Youth Center hosts tumbling classLackland Youth Center holds tumbling classes every

Friday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. The class is open to ages fi ve and older. The participation fee is $45 per month. To sign up, call 671-2388.


Group training director. “We’ve been coming here for a number of years now. Folks just get excited and we get excited too because they get a chance to hear some music, see the military people and have some nice presents for the holidays.”

Carmen Castillo, activity director for the Gray-son Square Health Center, worked with Jones to plan the event. “This is something that happens every year and it just touches our residents-they really love it,” Castillo said. “It makes me feel won-derful. I am so glad to see their happy faces, some of them even cry and that is really touching.”

“This is just so special that our military is able to spend time giving back to those people that we protect every single day,” said Lt. Col. Jeffrey Greenwood, commander of the 323rd Training Squadron.

“In this season we think of our Airmen but we also think of those people that we protect. It is just neat that we are able to get our people out and share a little bit of happiness.”

CHRISTMAS ELVES from PG 10

Master Sgt. Melissa Holliday, a military training instructor with the 737th Training Support Squadron, greets residents at the Grayson Square Healthcare Center.

Photos by Melinda Mueller Staff Sgt. Jenny Jones, a military training instructor with the 737th Training Support Squadron, organized the visit this year. She was also able to be there to pass out gifts to the 84 residents who participated in Operation Grayson Square.

The Christmas tree at Grayson Square Healthcare Center with the 737th not-so-secret-Santa gifts piled beneath.


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As you deck the halls this holiday season, be fi re smart. A smallfi re that spreads to a Christmas tree can grow large very quickly.

Get rid of the tree after Christmas or when it is dry. Dried-out trees are a fi re danger and should not be left in the home or garage, or placed outside against the home. Check with your local community to fi nd a recycling program. Bring outdoor electrical lights inside af-ter the holidays to prevent hazards and make them last longer.

Picking the tree » Choose a tree with fresh, green needles that do not fall off when touched.

Placing the tree

» Before placing the tree in the stand, cut 1–2 inches from the base of the trunk. » Make sure the tree is at least three feet away from any heat source, like

fi replaces, radiators, candles, heat vents or lights. » Make sure the tree is not blocking an exit. » Add water to the tree stand. Be sure to add water daily.

Lighting the tree » Use lights that are labeled by an independent testing laboratory. Some lights

are only for indoor or outdoor use. » Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections.

Connect no more than three strands of mini string sets and a maximum of 50 bulbs for screw-in bulbs. Read manufacturer’s instructions for number of LED strands to connect.

» Never use lit candles to decorate the tree. » Always turn off Christmas tree lights before leaving home or going to bed.

One of every three home• Christmas tree fi res are caused by electrical prob-lems.

Although Christmas tree• fi res are not common, when they do occur, they have a higher chance to be deadly.

A heat source too close to • the tree causes one in every fi ve of the fi res.

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lackland thrift shop closure The Lackland Thrift Shop will be

closed from Dec. 25 through Jan. 7. Operated by the Lackland Of-

fi cers’ Spouses’ Club, the thrift shop is located in the One Stop Facility, Bldg. 5460, on the corner of Walker and Selfridge Avenues.

For details, call 210-671-3608 or visit http://www.lacklandosc.org.

dental program seeks patients

Dunn Dental Clinic is currently screening patients for dental care limited to surgical treatment of gum diseases and defects.

All eligible Department of Defense benefi ciary categories will be screened for potential treatment as teaching cases, including depen-dents of active-duty members and retirees.

Patients who have been informed by a general dentist that they require extensive periodontal therapy, such as advanced gum treatment or gum surgery, are eligible for evaluation. Routine dental cleanings are not accepted.

To schedule an evaluation ap-

pointment, call 210-671-9364 or have your dentist email the perio-dontics department at [email protected].

gospel choir needs singers

The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland African American Heritage Committee needs singers of all ages for its 2013 gospel choir. The choir will perform Feb. 9 at the Gateway Chapel. Active duty or retired military members from any branch, civilians and dependents are eligible to participate.

Rehearsals, at the Gateway Chapel, are scheduled for Jan. 7, 5:30-6:45 p.m.; Jan. 11, 5:30-7 p.m.; Jan. 14, 5:30-6:45 p.m.; Jan. 25, 5:30-7 p.m.; Feb. 4, 5:30-6:45 p.m.; and Feb. 8, 5:30-7 p.m.

For additional information, contact Shirley Jones at 210-671-1750 or Tech. Sgt. Anna Ricks at 210-671-7699 or email [email protected].

aafes eXtended price guarantee

The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is putting its money where its mouth is this holiday season with a “Holiday Extended Price Guarantee.”

Through Dec. 25, all purchases made at the Exchange are guaran-teed to be the lowest price in town. Shoppers who fi nd an identical item elsewhere for less will receive an Exchange gift card for the difference.

“We want to make the Exchange military customers’ fi rst choice this holiday season,” said Chief Master Sgt. Tony Pearson, the Exchange’s senior enlisted advisor. “This price guarantee, combined with our everyday low prices, price matching and tax-free shopping, should help lighten the load on the wallet.”

To receive the gift card, shoppers simply bring an original Exchange receipt along with a current lo-cal competitor’s ad. The “Holiday Extended Price Guarantee” includes shopmyexchange.com but does not include other website prices.

deployed families event

The Wilford Hall Auxiliary will host an event Jan. 10, at 6 p.m., for families of deployed military mem-bers at Pump it Up, 7723 Guilbeau Rd., Suite 102.

The event is open to all deployed families at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland and Wilford Hall Auxiliary members and their families. At-

tendees will have 80-90 minutes of jump and play time followed by 30 minutes for dinner, which includes free food and drinks.

For details or to make reserva-tions, e-mail Jenn Jordan at [email protected].

The deadline for reservations is Jan. 3.

aafes ‘go nuts’ sweepstakes

The Army & Air Force Exchange Service and Planters/Kraft are team-ing up to give away 10 $1,000 gift cards in the “Go Nuts with Planters” sweepstakes.

Exchanges worldwide will have entry forms available for the “Go Nuts with Planters” sweepstakes through Dec. 31. Winners will be selected on or about Feb. 14, 2013.

employee assistance program

Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to Department of Defense civilian employees and their families on a wide variety of personal issues.

The EAP seeks to help employees defi ne problems and recommend problem-solving resources. It is a voluntary and private service that

offers an off-base location for employees and their families to seek assistance from a certifi ed counselor.

All contacts are confi dential and at no cost to employees for up to fi ve sessions. If additional assistance is needed, referrals will be made with consideration of the employee’s health plan and/or fi nancial needs.

A help line and services are available 24/7, 365 days a year.

To contact a counselor, call 210-213-6454.

retired enlisted meeting

Retired Enlisted Association, Chapter 80, meetings are held at the Gateway Club every fourth Wednes-day of the month at 1 p.m.


losc scholarship applications

Lackland Offi cers’ Spouses’ Club scholarship applications are avail-able online at the LOSC website. High school students or spouses of military offi cers and enlisted person-nel permanently assigned to JBSA-Lackland are eligible. The applica-tion submission deadline is March 1, 2013. To download the application, visit http://www.lacklandosc.org.

LOCAL Briefs

CHAPEL SERVICES

Air Force Aid Society 671-3722Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722Airman’s Attic 671-1780Base Post Offi ce 671-1058Bowling Center 671-2271DEERS 800-538-9552Exceptional Family Member Program 671-3722Family Child Care 671-3376Legal Offi ce 671-3362Library 671-3610Medical Appointment Line 916-9900MPF ID Cards 671-6006Outdoor Recreation 925-5532TRICARE Info 800-444-5445Thrift Shop 671-3608

Enlisted Spouses’ Club http://www.lacklandesc.orgForce Support Squadron http://www.lacklandfss.comLackland ISD http://www.lacklandisd.netOffi cers’ Spouses’ Club http://www.lacklandosc.orgJBSA Public website http://www.jbsa.af.milMy Air Force Life http://www.MyAirForceLife.com

KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES

For more details, contact Freedom Chapel - 671-4208 • Gateway Chapel - 671-2911 • Hope Chapel - 671-2941

ChristianCatholicMonday-Friday:Freedom ChapelDaily Eucharist, 11:30 a.m.Saturday:Freedom ChapelEucharist, 5:30 p.m.Reconciliation after EucharistSunday:Freedom ChapelReligious Ed., 9 a.m.Eucharist, 11 a.m.

OrthodoxReader's ServiceSunday:Airmen Memorial Chapel (Classroom)8 a.m.–10 a.m.

ProtestantSaturday:Gateway ChapelSeventh-Day AdventistService, 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Sunday:Airmen Memorial ChapelLiturgical Service, 8 a.m.Freedom ChapelContemporary Service,9:30 a.m.Gospel Service,12:30 p.m.Children’s Church providedReligious Ed., 11 a.m.Wednesday and Thursday:Bible Study, 6 p.m.Protestant family Sunday school, a one-hour youth and adult Christian Bible study, every Sunday at Freedom Chapel, 11 a.m. For details-contact Freedom Chapel at 671-4208. Sunday:Hope ChapelThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 8–10 a.m.

IslamicFriday:

Global Ministry Center, Bldg. 7452Jummah Prayer, 12:45–1:45 p.m.Sunday:Religious Ed., 9–11 a.m.

JewishFriday:Airmen Memorial ChapelSabbath Eve Service, 4 p.m.Sunday:Religious Ed., 12:30 p.m.

Wicca1st Tuesday of each month: Freedom Chapel Room 8, San Antonio Military Open Circle, 6 p.m.Sunday:Arnold Hall, Bldg. 550612:30–2:30 p.m.

BuddhistSunday:BMT Reception Center Bldg. 7246, 2nd Floor

10 a.m. to noon.

EckankarEvery fi rst, third, fi fth Saturday:Gateway Chapel12:30–1:30 p.m.

Baha'iEvery fi rst, third, fi fth Sunday:Gateway Chapel11 a.m. to noon

Church of ChristSunday:BMT Reception Center, Bldg. 7246, 2nd Floor7:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m.

Christian ScienceSunday:BMT Processing Center, Bldg. 5725, 1st Floor7:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m.

JBSA-LACKLAND


Dec. 21coupon savers meeting

The Joint Base San Antonio-Lack-land Scissor Savers coupon group meets from 1-3 p.m. at the Airman and Family Readiness Center.

For additional information, email [email protected].

Dec. 28bmt family seminar

The Air Force Basic Military Training Family Seminar begins at noon in the BMT Reception Center, Bldg. 7246.

The seminar provides information on the Air Force and its benefits to family members of graduating Airmen.

For details on the BMT Family Seminar, call 210-671-3722.

Jan. 4bmt family seminar

The Air Force Basic Military Training Family Seminar begins at noon in the BMT Reception Center, Bldg. 7246.

The seminar provides information on the Air Force and its benefits to family members of graduating Airmen.


Jan. 7family readiness briefing

A mandatory family readiness briefing for personnel who are deploying is from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Airman and Family Readiness Center. The briefing is for personnel who are deploying longer than 30

days, or who are going on remote assignments.

For additional information on the mandatory briefing, call 210-671-3722.

return, reunion seminar

A return and reunion seminar is from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at the Airman and Family Readiness Center.

The seminar is an informal

forum for family members who wish to talk about their individual experiences and the stress caused by deployment-related separations.

For more information, call 210-671-3722.

Jan. 7-11transition assistance program

A five-day transition assistance program for separating or retiring military personnel is from 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at the Airman and Family Readiness Center.

The job seminar, taught by the Texas Workforce Commission, focuses on employment-related topics.

Pre-separation briefing atten-dance and a completed Department of Defense Form 2648 are prerequi-sites for the seminar.


Jan. 8amvet representative

An American Veterans national service officer is available by ap-pointment only to help with disability claims from 8 a.m. to noon at the Airman and Family Readiness Center.

For details, call 210-699-5087.

Jan. 9key spouse training

Training for new appointees in the Key Spouse Program is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Airman and Family Readiness Center.

The Key Spouse Program is an Air Force readiness program supporting Airmen and their families during deployments, separations and emergencies as a quality of life initiative, and provides peer-to-peer Wingman support. For additional information, call 210-671-3722.

Monthly Meetingsenlisted spouses’ club

The Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the month at the Balfour Beatty Community Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.lacklandesc.org.

officers’ spouses’ club

The Lackland Officers’ Spouses’ Club meets monthly. For dates and times, or more information, visit www.lacklandosc.org.

military council of catholic women

The Military Council of Catholic Women meets the first Friday of the month, 9:30 a.m., at Freedom Chapel. For information, call 210-671-4208.

On the web http://www.lacklandfss.com

What’s HappeningFamily Support Events

The Airman and Family Readiness Center will be closed Dec. 24-25 and Dec. 31-Jan. 1.

DECEMBER 21, 2012 TALESPINNER PAGE 19sports

By Jose T. Garza IIISports Editor

For 802nd Security Forces Squadron center Charles Kley, the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland intramural fl ag foot-ball championship was a decade in the making.

After some heartbreaking defeats in past base fl ag football tournaments, he is now on the winning side of the fence.

Kley and the SFS defeated the 717th Military Intelligence Battalion, 19-7 to win the base intramural fl ag football championship Dec. 13.

Kley caught the force’s last touch-down from quarterback Tyler Catey late in the third quarter to secure the win.

“It was really amazing to score that last touchdown,” Kley said. “I’ve been

working with Catey all year long, and we haven’t utilized my position at cen-ter.

“Overall, it’s surreal. I have been playing here for 10 years. We’ve come close several times, but we fi nally came out on top.”

Catey said his team worked together all summer before the season started to prepare for this championship tourna-ment.

“We worked the hardest out of every-body to get to the championship,” Catey said. “We held practices every other day on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for a good three hours.”

Before upending 717th MIB, Secu-rity Forces defeated the 543rd Support Squadron, 6-0 in the semifi nals.

Kley said the victory allowed his team to shake off its nerves before the fi nals

started.“We were focused and ready to play

some football,” he said.It didn’t take much time for the Secu-

rity Forces team's juices to fl ow.An interception off 717th quarterback

Nick Crocker led to a two-play, second drive touchdown from Security Forces receiver Janson Guillory for a 6-0 score late in the fi rst quarter.

There was a slight bump in the road for the cops but that didn’t deter them.

After Catey threw an interception, the Security Forces defense only allowed three plays from 717th.

It took four plays for Catey to connect with another touchdown to Guillory for a 12-0 lead.

After Catey connected with Kley for the 18-0 touchdown, Catey converted

the extra point for the 19-0 score. Catey threw for 98 yards and had three rushes for 41 yards.

Despite the high score, security’s de-fense managed to stay sharp.

Jeff Johnson-Dean pulled three fl ags on 717th’s offense in the fourth quarter to clinch the win.

This was Johnson-Dean’s second year on the football team.

He said he was proud to win a cham-pionship with what he feels was a stellar team.

Johnson equates the bond with his teammates to that of a brotherhood.

“We’ve never had one fi ght and we never argued. We always picked each other up,” he said. “We are like broth-ers, and with the Security Forces fam-ily supporting us, we are a tight knit group.”

By Jose T. Garza III working with Catey all year long, and started. the extra point for the 19-0 score. Catey the extra point for the 19-0 score. Catey

Cops secure fl ag football championship

Photo by Robbin Cresswell802nd Security Forces Squadron center Charles Kley attempts to break away from 717th Military Intelligence Battalion defenders during the Joint Base San An-tonio-Lackland intramural fl ag football fi nals Dec. 13


UPCOMiNGyouth soccer registration

Spring youth soccer registra-tion for ages 5-14 takes place Jan. 2-18 from 6 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Youth Center.

Potential participants must have current sports physi-cals at time of registration. Registration fee is $45. Call 210-671-2338 for more details.

softball tryouts

Tryouts for the JBSA-Lack-land Lady Warhawks softball teams takes place Jan. 21 & 23 from 5-7 p.m., Jan. 26 from 10 a.m.-noon, Jan. 28 & 30 from 5-7 p.m., and Feb. 2 from 10 a.m.-noon.

Contact Salomon Vieyra at 210-925-4163 or Daniel Ayon at 671-2565 for more details.

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By Jose T. Garza IIISports Editor

The year 2012 proved to be a great year for the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland sports and fi tness department.

The base hosted the Armed Forces bowling and basketball tournaments in May and No-vember, respectively. It also hosted training camps for the All-Air Force boxing, bowling, softball, soccer, and basketball teams.

JBSA-Lackland fi tness and sports director Dwayne Reed was happy with the base being an athletics ambassador for Air

Force and Armed Forces sports this year.

“We worked hard and were extremely busy,” Reed said. “I saw a lot of rewards for the pro-grams that we put on.

“All the positive comments I got from military and civil-ian personnel telling me thank you made it a good year for us overall.”

Reed was proud of his sports staff for its hospitality towards the All-Air Force teams.

“They did such a good job that a lot of the All-Air Force coaches would like to come back here next year so it will be inter-esting to see if we can get to host

All-Air Force camps and Armed Forces tournaments next year,” he said.

He said he is currently put-ting in a bid for JBSA-Lackland to play host to several camps and tourneys next year.

Reed said JBSA-Lackland hosting the Armed Forces Bas-ketball Tournament was a high-light of 2012. It was his fi rst his time hosting the tourney during his tenure here.

The fi tness department wasn’t ignored in 2012.

He said purchasing new car-diovascular equipment for all six of JBSA-Lackland’s fi tness centers was another highlight

for the year.The Medina Fitness Center re-

cently converted one of its rooms into a spin bike room. The Me-dina, Chaparral, and Warhawk Fitness Centers will have brand new fl oors next year.

With a successful 2012 com-ing to a close, Reed said there is no pressure to raise the bar in 2013.

“My staff is so good that we go about our business in a normal manner, whether we are hosting an Armed Forces or base intra-mural tournament. We are go-ing to continue to provide good, quality services so there is no pressure,” Reed said.

Base sports and fi tness department closes out successful year JBSA-Lackland hosted fi ve All-Air Force sports camps and Armed Forces Basketball Tournament


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