2/11/11

Home Based Business?

Do you have a Home Based Business that you would like to publicize?  I would love to add your business name, your name, and contact information to our Home Based Business section.  Just send me an email with the pertinent information to 22d.oss@gmail.com and I will get you listed.  I would prefer that people seek you out instead of you soliciting at our Spouses Group events and hoped that this would be a good way to market your services to our Spouses. 

2/9/11

BLUF

McConnell Tax Center is now open and ready to help you navigate this tax season.  For appointments, please call 759-2488.
 
ALS Class 11-B Graduation: Thur, 10 Feb at 6pm Dole Community Center Ballroom. Class 11-B
 welcomes guest speaker, MSgt Chris Phillips, 22 MXS First Sergeant.  POC: SSgt Coriano x3754.

The Heartlink Class that was scheduled for today February 9th, but
got snowed out, has been rescheduled for Feb 23rd

Please call 759-6020 to get signed up. 

National Prayer Breakfast: Tues, 1 Mar at 7:30-9:30am in the Dole Center Ballroom. Please join us as we welcome the Air Force Chief of Chaplains, our guest speaker, Chaplain (Maj Gen) Cecil Richardson.  This year’s theme is “Courage in Trouble”.  Cost is as follows; Officers $10, Civilians and E-5 & above $9, FREE for E-4 and below (must obtain ticket from Chapel or 1st Sergeants).  Click HERE to RSVP by 25 Feb.  POC: Chaplain Genke x3566


Tops In Blue: Save the date!  Fri, 4 Mar at 7:30pm in the Orpheum Theatre.  This fantastic event is FREE and open to the public.  Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 7:30pm.  First come, first serve seating.  No ticket needed.  Visit refuelmcconnell.com for more details or call 759-6023.


2/6/11

February Events

February 10 ~ ALS Graduation
February 12 ~ Valentine’s Dinner – 6 – 8pm,
February 12 ~ Valentine’s Dessert & Dance – 8pm – 11pm
February 18 ~ Julie Sutton – Lunchtime Concert – 12pm – 1pm, Deb’s Cafe.
February 18 ~ February Family Night – 5pm – 9pm
February 19 ~ Princess Ball – 6pm – 9pm
February 19 & 20 ~ Tulsa Hard Rock Couples Casino Trip


McUS (McConnell's Integrated Delivery System) focus events for February
The Jared Estes Story (DUI)WHEN:  18 Feb, 0730 and 1500
WHERE:  Base Theater
POC:  MSgt Chris Phillips, 759-3442

Teen Dating Violence 101 ~ An evening for parents and teens

National research indicates:
- Three out of four teens are personally affected by dating violence. 
- 81% of parents do not believe dating violence is an issue for their children.  
- The age group at highest risk for dating violence is 14-26 years old.
WHEN:  24 Feb, 1800-2000
WHERE:  Youth Center
Dinner:  Pizza Provided
FOR:  Parents and Teens
POC:  Alisa Norlin, 759-4325

Heart LinkThis class covers just about everything about being a military spouse.  Whether you have been a Military Spouse for 1 year or 21 years there is something new to learn.
February 9
Childcare is available!!
Lunch will be provided.
To register call Family Readiness (759-6020)
Topics include:
The Air Force Family/Healthy Families
Spouse Preparedness Toolkit
Rank Structure & Military Language Acronyms
Protocol/Health Care/Finance/Benefits/Legal Issues/Shopping/Child Care
Can’t make this one, mark your calendar for a future classes
May 4th
August 3rd
November 2nd

Did you know…we now have a School Liaison Officer (SLO) here at McConnell?
What’s a School Liaison Officer?
The School Liaison serves as the link between local schools, military installations, and parents.  Contact the SLO for information about local schools, schools at your next assignment, homeschooling, graduation requirements, post-secondary preparation and more.  Call 759-6020 to speak to the School Liaison or to schedule an appointment.
What’s New?
Check out the School Liaison website http://www.refuelmcconnell.com/school-liaison-officer.  There is a list of scholarships for military students that will be updated as new information is received.

Space Camp
The Military Child Education Coalition is now accepting applications for the Space Camp Scholarship.    The program is open to students in grades 6 through 9.  Applications are due on March 10.  Visit the School Liaison site or
www.militarychild.org for more information or stop by the Airman & Family Readiness Center to pick up a hard copy of the application.
Angela Edwards
School Liaison Officer
Airman & Family Readiness Center
Phone: 316-759-3182
Cell: 316-249-0785
angela.edwards-02@mcconnell.af.mil
http://www.refuelmcconnell.com/school-liaison-officer


Wichita Events-Women’s Fair Feb. 18- 20
Down Town Wichita--Expo Hall Century II
Over 300 exhibitors, 45 stage presentations and demonstrations, Cooking, Fashion & Hair Shows, Workshops, entertainment, Personality Appearances and Shopping Galore encompass the essence of the Women's Fair.
http://www.womensfair.com/

1/11/11

This Week

January 13 ~ Safety 101 ~ Protecting Yourself, Family & Home
 7pm Martial Arts Room in Fitness Center. 
Understanding why people victimize others is not within our complete ability to understand; empowering those who seek to have the advantage if ever confronted by an aggressor or aggressors is.  Learn basic self -defense techniques to protect yourself.  Be sure to wear comfortable clothing.  Call 759-6023 for more information.

January 14 Boss & Buddy ~ 4pm – 5pm in the Storm Cellar.  Come celebrate the end of another successful week with your co-workers.  Great food and drink specials, designated drivers drink FREE soda all night.  Stay from 5-6 for free bar snacks and a Club card drawing.  Boss & Buddy is on the 2nd Friday of the month. Call 759-4330 for more information.

January 14 ~ Open Mic Night ~ Chaplain Short’s son, Zach, is slated to come to sing…he’s great!!
5pm – 7pm, Storm Cellar. Are you a comedian, poet or singer? Come out and show us your talent! Call 759-4330 for more information.


January 14 ~ Trivia Day 5pm – 9pm, Tornado Alley.  In celebration of those who know all sorts of facts and/or have doctorates in “uselessology,” the CAC and Tornado Alley will host a Trivia Night.  From 5-9pm (during Pizza, Pins & Pop) we will ask all kinds of trivia – from history to current events to entertainment.  Answer a question right and win great door prizes!  Call 759-6023 for more information.

January 20 ~ Quarter Mania  Dole Community Center Ballroom; doors open at 6pm and “bidding” starts at 7pm. Paddles are $3 each or $5 for two. Cash or checks only please.  Bid on quality vendor items with 1 to 4 quarters, depending on the retail value.  Once all bids are placed, a randomly chosen number is called.  If the person with that number placed a bid, he or she wins the item.  Numbers will continue to be drawn until there is a winner. Bids are collected before each drawing.  80 – 100 items up for bid!.  Call 759-6023 for more information.

January 29 ~ All Nighter 9pm – 3am, Storm Cellar.  Come out and enjoy a Midnight Breakfast Buffet, DJ, dancing and drink specials.  Free for Club members and $5 for non members.  Call 759-4330 for more information.

Coming Up

February 4 ~ Base Blood Drive will be on Friday 4 Feb.  Attached is a flyer with info about how to make your appointment to donate Remember, donating 1 pint of blood can potentially save 3 lives.

February 4 ~ BLINGO Bingo – 5:30pm – 9pm, Dole Community Center Ballroom. $20 per pack of cards for 12 games.  Chance to win FABULOUS jewelry – diamonds, pearls and gold oh my!  Doors open at 5:30 and bingo starts at 6:30.  Paid reservations (by 3pm on 1 Feb) will be eligible to play in a "special" bingo game. Cash or checks only please. Call 759-6023 for more information or to reserve your spot today.

12 February ~ Valentine’s Dessert and Dance – Ballroom – 8-11pm
Take your sweetheart to dinner and then come by the Dole Center for dessert and dancing!  Tickets for this event are $10 per couple in advance or $15 per couple at the door.  There will be a variety of scrumptious desserts to enjoy as well as a live band!  Tickets are available at the Community Center office in the Dole Center. Call 759-6023 for more information!

19 February ~ Princess Ball (father/daughter dance) – Ballroom – 6-9pm
Dads, Uncles, Grandfathers - make your special girl feel like the princess she is!  This formal dress event includes a sit down dinner and dancing. Tickets MUST be purchased in advance from the Community Center office in the Dole Center and are just $10 per person (for all ages).  Deadline for purchase is Thursday February 17, 2011.  For more information call 759-6023.

Out & About

Women’s Fair ~ Feb. 18- 20Down Town Wichita--Expo Hall Century II ~ Over 300 exhibitors, 45 stage presentations and demonstrations, Cooking, Fashion & Hair Shows, Workshops, entertainment, Personality Appearances and Shopping Galore encompass the essence of the Women's Fair.http://www.womensfair.com/