FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. -- The following is a list of upcoming Fairchild events and other pertinent 92nd Air Refueling Wing information. Education Briefs are located at the bottom of the page.
Highlighted Events:
Air Force Assistance Fund
Fairchild's Air Force Assistance Fund campaign began March 10 and will run through April 8. The base goal is $42,813. 92nd Air Refueling Wing group points of contact are:
- Operations Group: 1st Lt. Edward Weaver, 247-2454
- Medical Group: Capt. Jimmey Labit, 247-4364
- Mission Support Group: 1st Lt. Laura Hansen, 247-5901
- Director of Staff: Capt. Mary Hoffman, 247-2124
- 336th Training Group: Capt. John Feldt, 247-8978
- Maintenance Group: Master Sgt. Thomas Williams, 247-2099
March 25: Intramural Soccer League meeting
Fairchild's Intramural Soccer League meets March 25, 10:30 a.m., at the Fitness Center. League representatives are looking for players interested in starting the soccer leagues or participating on the Fairchild Varsity Soccer Team. Call 247-3948 for more information.
Upcoming Events March 19- 26:
March 19: Bulk Item Pick-Up
There will be a bulk-item pick up March 19 for the Ft. Wright Village, Officer Capehart and Senior Officer housing areas on base. The pick up for the Galena Station and NCO Capehart housing areas, as well as main base and survival dormitories, will be March 26. To donate items to Goodwill, put items out on the curbside clearly marked "Goodwill." Items accepted include furniture, appliances, outdoor equipment, bikes, motorcycles, lawnmowers, tires, electronic equipment, etc. Items should be less than 10 feet long and weigh less than 300 pounds, and no hazardous materials are allowed. If you have questions, contact Sunshine Disposal Customer Service at 924-5678.
March 21: Deadline for Spring Day Camp registration
The deadline for Spring Day Camp registration is March 21. The Youth Center camp will run from March 31 - April 4. Call 247-5601 for more information.
March 21: Free lift tickets to Lookout Pass
Lookout Pass is offering free tickets to military, retirees, dependants and civilian employees March 21. Show your Department of Defense ID card at Lookout to get the free ticket. Also, the Outdoor Recreation Connection is offering weekend rental rates for the price of a one-day rate. For more information contact the ORC at 247-5220.
March 21: Italian Buffet with Pasta Station at Club Fairchild
Club Fairchild will have an Italian Buffet March 21 at 5 p.m. Members' cost is $9.95; non-member cost is $12.95. Call 244-3622 for more information.
March 22: Children's Easter Egg Hunt
There will be a Children's Easter Egg Hunt March 22 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the park across from the FunSpot. Children will be placed into categories as follows: 0-2, 3-5, and 6-8 years old. Candy will be distributed to children 9-12 years old and there will also be prize giveaways. The alternate indoor location will be in the FunSpot. Call 247-2619 for more information.
March 23: Easter Brunch at Club Fairchild
Club Fairchild will host an Easter Brunch March 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost will be $17.95 for members and $20.95 for non-members. The cost for children 5-10 years of age is $7.50 and children 4 years old and younger are free. Make reservations by March 13 and receive $1 off per person. Call 244-3622 for more information.
March 25: Intramural Soccer League meeting
Fairchild's Intramural Soccer League meets March 25, 10:30 a.m., at the Fitness Center. League representatives are looking for players interested in starting the soccer leagues or participating on the Fairchild Varsity Soccer Team. Call 247-3948 for more information.
March 26: Airman Appreciation Dinner
The Warrior Dining Facility will host the Airman Appreciation Dinner March 26 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. The menu will include steak and shrimp. You will need to pre-order through your First Sergeant.
March 26: Bulk Item Pick-Up
There will be a bulk-item pick up March 19 for the Galena Station and NCO Capehart housing areas, as well as main base and survival dormitories, March 26. To donate items to Goodwill, put items out on the curbside clearly marked "Goodwill." Items accepted include furniture, appliances, outdoor equipment, bikes, motorcycles, lawnmowers, tires, electronic equipment, etc. Items should be less than 10 feet long and weigh less than 300 pounds, and no hazardous materials are allowed. If you have questions, contact Sunshine Disposal Customer Service at 924-5678.
Ongoing Notifications:
Thrift Shop accepting consignments and donations
The Thrift Shop is currently accepting consignments and donations for spring and summer clothing. Thrift Shop hours are:Mondays 4:30-6:30 p.m.; Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and the first Saturday of the month 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Call the Thrift Shop 247-5913 for more information.
"Airman: The Book 2008" available
The Public Affairs office received a mass mailing of "Airman: The Book 2008." The magazine is available to the base populace for pickup and includes valuable information about the different Air Force commands, aircraft and weapons systems, career fields, pay charts, awards and decorations, etc. To pick up the free magazine, stop by the Public Affairs office, located on the second floor of the White House (wing headquarters building).
Spring Break Official Travel Advisory
The spring break season is great for students departing to sunny coastlines and sandy beaches. However, it causes significant travel problems for military members traveling on official business. It is strongly advised that all travel arrangements for March and April be made as far in advance as possible. Any travel arrangements made on short notice (30 days or less) within this time period may result in a much greater cost for travel, thus, a much greater cost to the Air Force or no seating availability at all. The commercial travel office, Travco, can make your travel reservation up to 60 days in advance without orders. Tickets for any reservation cannot be issued without orders.
Attention all Fairchild communication systems users
The use of government communication systems such as, but not limited to, telephones, fax machines, computers, computer networks (including internet access), cellular phones, PDAs, Blackberrys, and hand held radios constitutes consent to monitoring. Also, please ensure that all government owned and issued telephones, fax machines, PDAs, Blackberrys, cell phones, hand held radios, and standalone computers have an attached DD form 2056. For more information call David Brown at 247-4583.