Airmen's Attic Extreme summer - RAF Lakenheath

Jet48SpotlightVerla DavisPhoto by Senior Airman Eric Donner48th Fighter Wing,Public AffairsMarketing Director[ the basics ]Hometown: Memphis, Tenn.Time at RAF Lakenheath: Two years tothe dayTime in the Air Force: 18 years as aspouse and 12 years of civil service,seven of which in public affairs.Hobbies: Shopping, reading andcomputer games.Favorite book: “The Bluest Eye” byToni MorrisonWhy does Ms. Davis deserve to be spotlighted inthe Jet 48?“Verla puts the Midas Touch on every project she handles—she gives110 percent every time and is a true pleasure to work with each day. Herpositive, can-do attitude rubs off on others she works with too, which is agreat skill to have! The 48th Public Affairs office is extremely proud of herwinning this prestigious AF-level award…undoubtedly well deserved!”Capt. Beth Horine48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs, chiefHow do you feel about winning the Air Forcelevel outstanding contribution to public affairsprogram award?I was caught off guard and wasn’t expecting it. I am both humbledand and honored to receive the award.What is the most exciting thing about working inpublic affairs?Versatility. Everyday is different. You can’t get into a set routine.On any day, I may have to work with news media, give a tour, helpwith the paper or assist with computer fixes. There is never a dullmoment.JUNE 9, 2006JET 48 MAGAZINE PAGE 11

Jet48FeatureSenior Airman Wes Auldridge48th Fighter Wing Public AffairsThe 48th Services Squadron’s Extreme Summer program kicked offSaturday with a day of fun at the RAF Lakenheath football field,included bouncy castles, hamburgers and prize giveaways.“This was a fun day out for the base,” said Ruben Cerda, ExtremeSummer coordinator. “We kicked off the summer and let folks learnabout the program and earn points.”Mr. Cerda said the summer started off well with a LakenheathAirman winning a big prize.“One person won the early enrollment prize and is now headed toone of the World Cup games,” he said.According to Mr. Cerda participation is the key to taking advantageof Extreme Summer rewards and benefits.“This is a free program that includes many activities folks arealready doing,” said Mr. Cerda. “We are doing our best to help theAirmen here take advantage of where we live. This summer, getinvolved in the numerous programs and activities services offers. Youmay be rewarded for your participation.”The program ends Aug. 31. For more information, call Mr. Cerda at226-4884.Photos by Yolanda DragonTop left: Sparky, the fire prevention mascot, hugged kids on Saturday at the Lakenheath football field and taught fire safety andprevention skills. Top right: Along with the many different bouncy castles and slides, the 48th Services Squadron brought outtheir newest inflatable attraction, the mechanical surfboard. These attractions kicked off the 2006 Extreme Summer program.A volunteer paints the face of toddler during the ‘Extreme Summer’ kickoff Saturday.The Extreme Summer point systemExtreme Summer is designed toincrease participation in local services programswith a point-reward system.Participation in events and activities sponsoredby 48th SVS permits registered individualsto earn points toward winning prizestotaling over $150,000 in value.Point accumulation depends on activitiescompleted. For example, individuals whoattended the kickoff party were presentedwith 50 point game pieces. These points arethen loaded onto the Extreme SummerWeb site, www.extremesummer.com, to becounted. This tracking system verifies andcollects the point accumulation for the participant.The more points you enter into thesystem, the greater your chances to win agrand prize.All active duty military, civilians and familymembers with a valid Department ofDefense identification card from all branchesof the U.S. Armed Forces and residing inthe U.S. Air Forces in Europe area ofresponsibility are eligible to participate.Participants must be 8-years-old and over.Prizes for Extreme Summer include a2006 Harley Davidson Sportster, 2007Dodge Caliber, an Edelweiss Resort vacation,a luggage set, a camera and muchmore. For more information, stop by thevarious Extreme Summer headquarters at48th Avenue Community Center, youth andteen centers, information tickets and travelor visit the Web site, www.extremesummer.com.(Information courtesy of 48thSVS).PAGE 12 JET 48 MAGAZINE JUNE 9, 2006JET 48 MAGAZINE PAGE 13

Jet48NewsPhoto by Senior Airman Eric DonnerAirman 1st Class Thomas Hysell, 48th Component Maintenance Squadron, looks through the selection of books at the Airmen’s AtticWednesday. The new hours of operation for the Airmen’s Attic are 5 to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday.Changes in the atticBy Staff Sgt. Nicholasa Reed48th Fighter Wing Public AffairsSeveral new policies have recently been put into effect at theAirman’s Attic aimed at improving availability and quality for Airmen.The new operating hours for the Airmen’s Attic are 5 to 8 p.m.,Monday through Friday.According to Yvonne Leonguerrero, the Airmen’s Attic director, newchanges will not only offer predictability to patrons, but offer betterhours for much needed volunteers.Eligibility regulations have also been modified, said Ms.Leonguerrero. “E-5’s and below are really our target audience. TheAirmen are the people who really need the help,” she said.In some instances, individuals of any rank can be authorized to shopat the Airmen’s Attic, said Ms. Leonguerrrero.In order to make the venture as successful as possible, the Airmen’sAttic depends on the entire community.Offerings and volunteers are what keep the attic open, said Ms.Leonguerrero. As volunteers, we are able to help younger couples whoare starting out.Evening volunteers are needed most to manage the shop and sortthrough donations. If donated items are not needed, the unwanted itemsare taken to a contractor off-base who donates the goods to other agenciesthat help people in need.To volunteer, call Master Sgt. Scott Wallick at 226-1903. For moreinformation about the Airmen’s Attic, call Ms. Leonguerrero at 226-2140.Airmen’s AtticItems available include kitchenware, some furniture, uniforms and uniform items for active-duty members, adult clotheschildrens clothing and more.Those interested in shopping at the Airmen’s Attic should bring their DoD identification cards with them.Items collected for the Airmen’s Attic are not for resale, those found to be re-selling items will be reprimanded.PAGE 14 JET 48 MAGAZINEJUNE 9, 2006

Reduce lower back injuries:Capt. Evan E. Kelly48th Medical Operations SquadronEighty percent of us will experience it atone time or another: low back pain. LBP isthe second leading reason for missing work.Unfortunately, despite all we know aboutLBP and all we try to do to prevent LBP,people still get hurt. I have seen peopleinjure themselves by picking a pencil up offthe floor, lifting a bag of groceries orpulling a pair of jeans out of a washingmachine.Most people know the basics of safe lifting:lift with your legs, not your back; limitany twisting or rotating during your lift orwhile carrying heavy items; ensure you havea clear path; test the load before you lift;don’t be shy about asking for help; and usetools such as hand trucks, dollies and hoistswhenever possible. Despite the fact thatmost people know these things, people arestill getting hurt when they lift items. WhenI ask people how they got hurt, most peopleknew about and tried to use the above techniques;yet they still got hurt.Over the years, I have learned that thereare two things that are most important andnever taught. First, lift your head up andkeep it up before and during your lift.Lift head your up and suck in your stomachSecond, suck in your stomach as if you arepulling your belly button up and under yourribs before you lift the item.By lifting your head up - before and duringthe lifting activity - you are actuallyfacilitating the muscles in your back. Youalso help maintain the normal alignment ofyour spine. In essence, you are telling themuscle to prepare to work and your joints toget in a good position. We see this in weightlifters who use proper form. This techniqueis also useful when lifting bulky or awkwarditems when it is difficult to use the liftingtechniques mentioned earlier. A good exampleis lifting a television set out of a box orlifting a couch. This even holds true for liftingitems like groceries out of your car oryour child out of a car seat.The next thing you want to do is suck inyour stomach before and during the lift.There are four layers of stomach muscles.Everyone knows about the rectus abdominus,the elusive “six pack,” and the externaland internal obliques. However, few haveheard of the one stomach muscle that studieshave shown is probably the most importantfor stability of the back: the transverse abdominus.By tightening your stomach, actually suckingin your gut, you are creating a muscularcorset that stabilizes the spine.Jet48Health & FitnessCourtesy graphicYou still want to use the proper liftingtechniques I initially mentioned earlier butyou should also include the two things youprobably didn’t know. As a matter of fact, ifyou lift your head up and tighten your gut,most of the other mechanical properties oflifting will naturally fall into place. So, thenext time you attempt to lift something, anything,keep two things in mind: lift yourhead up and suck in your gut. I guaranteeyou will feel the difference and reduce therisk of a back injury.Mondayamerican leaguesoftballTuesdaynational leaguelakenheathintramuralsportsschedulesField 15:30 p.m. 48 MUNS A vs. 48 LRS B6:30 p.m. 48 CMS B vs. 48 MDG A7:30 o.m. 48 CMS B vs. 100 CES8:30 p.m. 352 SOG B vs. 48 AMXS BField 25:30 p.m. 95 RS vs. 48 MSS/CPTS6:30 p.m. 100 OG vs. 492 FS A7:30 p.m. 100 MXG vs. 100 CSWednesdayField 15:30 p.m. 48 MSS/CPTS vs. 100 CES6:30 p.m. 100 OG vs. 49 MSS/CPTS7:30 p.m. 492 FS A vs. 100 CSField 25:30 p.m. 48 CES A vs. 100 OG6:30 p.m. 352 SOG B vs. 48 MDG B7:30 p.m. 48 CS vs. 48 AMXS B8:30 p.m. 100 MXG A vs. 48 MDG AField 15:30 p.m. 48 CMS A vs. Lakeheath women6:30 p.m. 48 OSS vs. 488 IS7:30 p.m. 48 CES B vs. 48 AMXS A8:30 p.m. 727 AMS vs. 492 FS BField 25:30 p.m. 352 OSS vs. 48 MUNS B6:30 p.m. 352 MXG A vs. 48 MOS7:30 p.m. Mildenhall Women vs. 100 LRSThursdayField 15:30 p.m. 48 LRS A vs. 100 SFS6:30 p.m. 48 EMS B vs. 100 LRS7:30 p.m. 48 MUNS B vs. 48 MOS8:30 p.m. 48 AMXS vs. DET 4Field 25:30 p.m. Mildenhall women vs. 352 OSS6:30 p.m. Lakenheath women vs. 727 AMS7:30 p.m. 488 IS vs. 48 CMS AInformation provided by the Fitness center.For more information, contact 226-3607.JUNE 9, 2006PAGE 15 JET 48 MAGAZINE

Jet48PerspectiveReflections on LakenheathLt. Col. Julie A Wittkoff48th Contracting Squadron CommanderEveryday I spend approximately 20 minutes driving to and fromwork. My morning drives would be normally consumed with thoughtsof what I needed to tackle first thing when I walked through the door.Whilst driving home in the evening I would pontificate over the goodand bad of any decisions or taskings implemented that day. But lately,with my looming PCS, my thoughts have turned melancholy as I spendthe drive now re-visiting my last two years here as a squadron commander.When I was offered the opportunity to submit an article forthis Jet 48 perspectives column, I struggled with what final message orthought I would want to express based from all of my experiences.What perspective could I offer?I consider myself privileged in that I am able to support both thewings at RAF Lakenheath and at RAF Mildenhall, and this providesme with perspectives from different wing commanders, group commanders,squadron commanders, chaplains, safety officers, publicaffairs, protocol, etc. It is human nature to look across the street andsay the grass is greener on the other side.RAF Lakenheath and RAF Mildenhall have two different missions,which drives different cultures. This is no different than any other basein the USAF, but the common thread that should connect all of ustogether regardless of our individual unit missions, and whether officer,enlisted, or civilian, is that we serve, not work, in a profession, not anorganization, with the noblest of causes.We should be proud of our membership in this profession. It is anawesome thing to be part of a profession whose accomplishments aretremendous and whose work is heroic on all accounts. We also need torecognize that the principles behind our profession and our country areperfect, surviving the test of time, even though we as a people trying toexecute and support the principles are not. Because we are not perfect,sometimes our focus in our leaders, peers and subordinates needs to bedrawn to what you see in them, and not necessarily always what youhear from them. We need to keep hold of the best that is within themand remember what they are standing for, and stand a little taller ourselves.Because in the end, it will be our positive attitudes that willmake all the difference.To use the words of Gordon B. Hinckley, “I am asking that we stopseeking the storms and enjoy more fully the sunlight. I am suggestingthat as we go through life we accentuate the positive. I am asking thatwe look a little deeper for the good, that we still voices of insult andsarcasm, that we more generously compliment virtue and effort.”As I reflect on my last two years, I have seen a lot of change and alot of great accomplishments. I have also seen things that I should havedone differently, and some things I never should have done. Everycommander’s heart and soul, whether wing, group or squadronbecomes entrenched in the mission and entrenched in their people.And walking away after the statement, “I relinquish command,” willnot be an easy thing to do.But when I leave here, the only thing that I will remember is what agreat experience commanding an awesome squadron and being part oftwo wings was. As a commander I came here hoping to use my positionto teach, mentor, and guide, but how inevitable it would be that inthis position it would be my squadron who would unknowingly teach,mentor and guide me. Thanks to team Lakenheath and Mildenhall forthe memories and for showing me that the grass is greener on bothsides.Farewell and Godspeed…you will forever be in my heart andprayers.Love is... patriotism, espirit de corps, camaraderieby Lt. Col. Mickey Addison2nd Civil Engineer Squadron commanderBARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. - Love may seem to be anodd topic for a commander’s editorial, but I think very often thatwhile Airmen may not use the word, they demonstrate their love inthe way they serve every day.I submit that above all, by living out our core values, we showlove for our country, our Air Force and our fellow Airmen beforelove of ourselves.First, in order to serve this great nation, we must love her deeply.Patriotism is an abstract concept for many people, but for those ofus who wear the uniform of the republic, love of country is anabsolute necessity. With our nation at war, her warriors must believein the values that make this country great, or else our servicebecomes little more than mercenary.Our United States of America stands astride the road of history,and we, her warriors, have voluntarily placed our bodies betweencivilization and the abyss of our enemy.We have been blessed to serve such a great republic. No othercountry on earth can boast the freedoms that we enjoy here inAmerica. Freedom to say what we think, believe what we want,associate with whom we choose, elect our government, and own ourown property are values that are not common in our world.Our enemies want to destroy our country and her civilization;Airmen who love their country are called to defend her. To love ourcountry more than ourselves lifts our service from just a job to avocation, a calling, and it lifts us from being merely “in it” for ourselvesto warriors for a great republic fighting in the cause of freedom,for ideals larger than ourselves.Love of our Air Force is the way we express our espirit de corps,that intangible measure of the devotion of the Airmen in a certainsquadron or wing. It manifests itself in the steely-eyed coolness ofour aviators, the quiet technical professionalism of our maintainers,the can-do spirit of our combat support Airmen, and the selfless careof our medics.We hear it in our squadron yells and we see it in the pride whenwe sing The Air Force Song. Espirit de corps, literally “soul of thebody,” expresses the energy, pride and morale of any warrior.To love the Air Force is to give life to that soul of our service.The animation we give to our service makes us the best in theworld, and inspires our fellow Airmen to greater feats of arms.The final love is love of our fellow Airmen.As much as we love our country and our Air Force, during themost extreme moments we fight for each other. Our training oftenbonds us through shared hardship, and the crucible of combat is thefire that hardens our steel.Somewhere between the mundane tasks of everyday missions andthe second-by-second terror of a street fight in Baghdad, we learnthat our love for each other is what binds us most deeply.JUNE 9, 2006JET 48 MAGAZINE PAGE 17

By Sal Davidson – Community Relations AdviserTrooping the colours, the Queen’s birthdayThe official birthday of the Sovereign will be marked by a colourfuland historic military parade and march-past, known as Trooping theColour, on June 17. Trooping the Colour takes place each June on HorseGuards Parade, Whitehall, in front of crowds of onlookers. It is alsoenjoyed by millions world-wide on TV. The troops participating in theparade are drawn from a military organisation which, though a part of theArmy and therefore composed of fully trained, operational troops, is anational institution - the Household Division.It’s The Queen’s Colour of a Foot Guard battalion which is ‘trooped’each year before the Sovereign. Only one colour can be trooped, carriedalong the ranks, at a time, and the five Regiments – Grenadier, Coldstream,Scots, Irish and Welsh – taketheir turn year by year.The ceremony derives fromtwo old military ceremonies -Trooping the Colour andMounting The Queen’s Guard.The origin of the ceremony goesback to the early eighteenth century,and possibly even earlier,when the guards and sentries forthe Royal Palaces and otherimportant buildings in the capitalwere mounted daily on theparade ground by the HorseGuards building. A feature ofguard mounting was for thecolours (or flags) of the battalion,which are symbols of honour, butalso in the past served as rallyingpoints in battle, to be carried or‘trooped’ slowly down the ranksso it could be seen and recognised by the soldiers. In 1748, it was orderedthat this parade would also mark the official birthday of the Sovereign.From the accession of George IV the parade became, with a few exceptions,an annual event.Because the Guards, both Horse and Foot, are Household Troops whotraditionally have the honour of guarding the monarch, their link with theSovereign has been especially close. Until 1913, the normal procedure forguard mounting from Horse Guards Parade was marked on the officialbirthday of the Sovereign by the attendance of the King, Prince of theBlood Royal, visiting members of foreign Royal Families, the ArmyCouncil and other senior officers, and a large number of foreign militaryattaches and members of the Royal Households. In 1907, when KingEdward VII arrived on the parade there were over fifty in his mounted procession.Over the years there have been many modifications to the procedure,but today’s ceremony is largely based on the format introduced by KingGeorge V in 1914.The Queen’s first appearance at the Trooping the Colour was in 1947,when she was Princess Elizabeth. This was the first Birthday Parade to beheld after the Second World War and she was mounted and in the uniformof Colonel of the Grenadier Guards. All ranks wore battledress except theSovereign’s escort of the Household Cavalry, mounted officers and membersof the regimental bands who were in service dress. The Princess worea blue uniform with a forage cap, which later became the style of theone worn by members of the Women’s Royal Army Corps. The Queen hasbeen at the saluting base every year of her reign with the exception of1955, when a national rail strike forced the cancellation of the parade.The scarlet tunic that was worn by the Queen when she rode on horsebackalways bore the badges and button groupings corresponding to theregiment whose colour was being trooped that year. Also, the plume onher tricorn hat changed to match the plume worn on the side of the guards’bearskins, the large black hats worn by the soldiers. The Queen is normallyaccompanied by The Duke of Edinburgh who wears the uniform of theColonel of the Grenadier Guards, and The Prince of Wales, who wears theuniform of the Colonel ofthe Welsh Guards.From 1969 until 1986,the Queen rode a horsenamed Burmese, but sincethat time has arrived in aphaeton originally built forQueen Victoria in 1842. Sheno longer wears her uniforms,which were essentiallydesigned to wear onhorseback.The Band of theGrenadier GuardsIn 1685, during the reignof King Charles II and thesame year Handel and Bachwere born, music was introducedinto the Regiment byCourtesy photoRoyal Warrant.Authorisation was given for 12 Hautbois in the King’s Regiment ofFootguards in London. With the addition over the years of various instruments,by 1858 the Band sounded much as it does today and includesflutes, piccolo, clarinets, bassoons, French horns and trumpets among otherinstruments.Despite their musical prowess and impressive ceremonial role, everymember of the Band has another role. In the event of war, the Band providesessential enforcement as Medical Attendants. All have undergone alengthy and thorough initial course to train as “Medics” and annuallyundertake refresher training.Watching The Event:On Saturday, June 10 there is a rehearsal for the main ceremony. This iscalled ‘Colonel’s Review.’ This is exactly the same as the main parade butthis year HRH, The Prince of Wales is taking the salute. There is an offchance there could still be tickets for this so call (02079) 760 850 and theycan confirm availability. The tickets are £8.The main event gets sold out via ballot in January. and February. ofeach year so I hope those of you who want a birds eye view followed myadvice in the January article.People without tickets will be able to get a good view from the Malland also from St. James’ park but you have to be there early to secure aspot.PAGE 18 JET 48 MAGAZINE JUNE 9, 2006

Jet48CommunityMoviesRAF Lakenheath 226-2139Today7 p.m., Slither, R. A small town in America—somewhatquaint and gentle, peopled with friendly folks who mindtheir own business. But just beneath the surface charm,something unnamed and evil has arrived and is growing.No one seems to notice as telephone poles becomeclogged with missing pet flyers, or when one of the town’srichest citizens, Grant Grant, begins to act strangely.9 p.m., Basic Instinct 2, R, starring Sharon Stone, DavidMorrissey After re-locating from San Francisco to London,best-selling crime novelist Catherine Trammell once againfinds herself on the wrong side of the law. Dr. MichaelGlass, a respected London criminal psychiatrist, is broughtin by Scotland Yard detective Roy Washburn to performa psychiatrist profile and evaluation of Tramell followingthe mysterious death of a top sports star.Saturday3:30 p.m., United 93, R, starring Ben Sliney and OpalAlladin. A drama that tells the story of the passengers andcrew, their families on the ground and the flight controllerswho watched in dawning horror as United Airlines Flight 93became the fourth hijacked plane on the day of the worstterrorist attacks on American soil: September 11, 20016:30 p.m., X-Men: The Last Stand, PG-13, The continuingadventures of the superpoweredgroup, the X-Men, led by ProfessorXavier, and based at hisschool for gifted students,as they try to foster goodwill for mutants like themselves,in a world wheresome people are born withextraordinary powers, andmany ordinary humansfear them for it.9:30 p.m., X-Men: TheLast Stand, PG-13Sunday3:30 p.m., X-Men: TheLast Stand, PG-136:30 p.m., Slither, RMonday6:30 p.m., ATL, PG-13starring Tip”T.I” Harris,Antwan “Big Boi” PattonATL tells the story of fourCourtesy graphicteens coming of age in a working class Atlanta neighborhoodwhere hip-hop music and roller skating rule. As thegroup prepares for life after high school, challenges onand off the rink bring about turning points in each of theirlives. The film is loosely based on Dallas Austin and TionneWatkins’ experiences growing up in Atlanta and hangingout at a local skating rink called Jellybeans.Tuesday6:30 p.m., X-Men: The Last Stand, PG-13Wednesday6:30 p.m., Basic Instinct 2, RThursday6:30 p.m., X-Men: The Last Stand, PG-13RAF Mildenhall 238-4955Today6:30 p.m., ATL, PG-139 p.m., The Da Vinci Code, PG-13, starring Tom Hanksand Jean Reno. The murder of a curator at the Louvrereveals a sinister plot to uncover a secret that has beenprotected since the days of Christ. Only the victim’s granddaughterand Robert Langdon, a famed symbologist, canuntangle the clues he left behind. The duo become bothsuspects and detectives searching for not only the murdererbut also the stunning secret of the ages he wascharged to protect.Saturday3:30 p.m., ATL, PG-136:30 p.m., The Da Vinci Code, PG-139 p.m., Slither, RSunday3:30 p.m., United 93, R,starring Ben Sliney andOpal Alladin. A drama thattells the story of the passengersand crew, theirfamilies on the ground andthe flight controllers whowatched in dawning horroras United Airlines Flight 93became the fourthhijacked plane on the dayof the worst terroristattacks on American soil:September 11, 20016:30 p.m., The Da VinciCode, PG-13MondayCourtesy graphic6:30 p.m., ATL, PG-13Tuesday6:30 p.m., Slither, RWednesday6:30 p.m., Basic Instinct 2, RThursday6:30 p.m., The Da Vinci Code, PG-13BULLETINBOARDBriefsAirmen’s AtticThe Airmen’s Attic is now open Mondaythrough Thursday, from 5 until 8 p.m. TheAirmen’s Attic is only for servicemembers E-5and below and their family members. For moreinformation, call 226-2140.Women’s soccer teamRAFs Lakenheath and Mildenhallwomen’s soccer team is looking for playerswho are over 18 years of age. For more information,call Airman 1st Class JenniferPuff at 226-8468 or e-mailjennifer.puff@lakenheath.af.mil.Car check upThe 48th Logistics Readiness Squadronvehicle maintenance flight will be inspectingvehicles at the commissary parking lot from7 a.m. until 1 p.m., today.They will provide a basic inspection,check the oil and fluids and give a quick lookunder the car. For more information, call226-3923.Sports announcerLakenheath High School is recruiting anannouncer for football and basketball games.Prior experience and a knowledge of bothgames are preferred. For more information,call 226-1542.LES PTOThe Lakenheath Elementary School ParentTeacher Organization is looking for volunteersforthe 2006-2007 school year. The first boardmeeting is 6 p.m., Monday. For more information,e-mail omaira.ptso@gmail.com.CGOC crud tournamentThe Company Grade Officers Council ishosting a wing crud tournament at 4 p.m., June16 at the Eagles’ Landing. Standard prizes andfun are open to any team participating. Formore information, contact Capt. DustinRichards at 226-6034.United 93A free showing of United 93 will be heldat the RAF Lakenheath theater 3:30 p.m.,Saturday and at the RAF Mildenhall theater3:30 p.m., Sunday. This event is first come,first serve.Family Support CenterFor more information, call 226-3847Newcomers bus tourThe newcomers bus tour will be from8:45 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., today, June 16, 23 and30. The tour includes touring Bury St. Edmund’sCathedral, eating and shopping.Home buyingA stateside home buying seminar will be heldat RAF Mildenhall from 1 until 4 p.m., June 20.This class should be taken one year prior to aPCS move. Learn about preparing financially,finding that dream home, obtaining a mortgage,and closing the deal.Sponsor trainingSponsor training will be held from 1 until3 p.m., Monday. All first time active-dutysponsors and those who have not had trainingin more than a year are required to receivetraining.Financial readinessA financial readiness class will be held from9 until 10 a.m., Tuesday. This briefing ismandatory for all first duty station officers andall E-4 and below within two months of arrivalon station.Employment connectionsAn employment connections class will beheld from 9 a.m. until noon June 19 at RAFMildenhall. This class will help people learnabout the local labor market and find out whatjobs are available on and off base. Personnelspecialists will be available to answer questionsconcerning hiring procedures and provide applicationsfor job vacancies.Love and logic parentingThe love and Logic parenting course will beheld 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m., June 24. The classwill help ro taise children who are responsibleand respectful.PAGE 22 JET 48 MAGAZINE JUNE 9, 2006