Airmen's Attic Extreme summer - RAF Lakenheath

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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
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