Sheppard Weekly Update Published Feb. 6, 2023 By Airman 1st Class Katie McKee 82d TRW/PA SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Good afternoon Team Sheppard, Welcome to the Sheppard Weekly Brief, which includes news significant to Sheppard AFB. You must use the following link to submit your announcements: WEEKLY BRIEF SUBMISSION *DUE NLT 1300 EVERY THURSDAY* Public Affairs Photo Studio – click here to schedule your appointment! Provide direct feedback to the installation command by clicking here (use a personal device to access link) BLACK HISTORY MONTH- UPCOMING EVENT TASTE OF SOUL (free food tasting) Date: 10 Feb 2023 Time: 1100-1200 Location: Landing Zone TEEN DATING VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND AWARENESS MONTH Know the facts about teen dating violence #TDVPM #TalkAboutIt How would you know if your child is in an abusive relationship? Talk About It! Know the signs of abuse and intervene when necessary. #TDVPAM #TalkAboutIT #LOVEIS FROM AFLOS Want to know more about China and the People’s Liberation Army? When: 7-9 Feb. (morning and afternoon sessions available) Where: Bldg 1923, AFLOS in Google Maps Course Length: 3.5 Hours Sign-up for a class or join "Sheppard AFB - PLA Fundamentals by CASI" on Microsoft Teams PLA Fundamentals Sign-Up.xlsx POC: Maj Mike "Speedo" Mason michael.mason.30@us.af.mil RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE When: 15-17 Feb. (starting at noon on Wednesday) We are offering $20 e-gift cards to all who come to donate. We are especially focusing on supporting patients with Sickle Cell, during Black History month. For more information and to sign-up visit: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=SAFBTX FROM THE 82d CVB RESILIENCE TRAINING ASSISTANT (RTA) COURSE When: 14-16 February If you are interested in gaining more tools to develop yourself and those around you, please consider becoming an RTA. POC: Community Support Coordinator, Bobbie Merrifield Carrion bobbie.merrifield@us.af.mil or (676-1247) to learn more and sign up. NORWEGIAN FOOT MARCH EVENT Norwegian Foot March What: The Norwegian Foot March, or Marsjmerket, is a Norwegian armed forces skill badge that is earned. Participants had to complete, in uniform with boots, an 18.6 mile (30 kilometers) ruck march within 4 hours and 30 minutes (different times depending on gender and age group) while carrying a 25 pound (11 kilograms) ruck sack. When: 18 February 2023 Time: 0700 - Ruck Weigh-ins begin at ENJJPT Building 0800 - Foot March Begins outside ENJJPT Building UOD: OCPs FREE - open to all military members! POC: collin.recore.1@us.af.mil or register the morning of the event. Completion of the Foot March results in a signed certificate from the Norwegian Embassy and eligibility to wear the Norwegian Foot March badge on your uniform! FSS - Military & Family Readiness Center LinkedIn 1.0 When: February 10 Time: 1300-1500 In this LinkedIn for Beginners workshop you will build or improve your profile, develop a personal brand, and start managing your network of connections. **Please bring your laptop with you** For more information please call 940-676-4358 To sign up visit: https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/3/1676055600000 Heart Link When: February 15 Time: 0815-1245 All Military Spouses are welcome and highly encouraged to attend. Lunch will be provided by the Sheppard Spouses' Club. Following lunch will be a base bus tour. POC: 940-676-4358. To sign up visit: https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/17/1676470500000 FROM THE 82d FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON- EVENTS Come and Watch the BIG GAME! Kansas City Chiefs vs. Philadelphia Eagles! Sunday February 12 – Doors open at 5pm – Airman’s Club Door prizes – must be present to win – 1 ticket per person Food & drink specials Pre-Teen Dance 11 February – 7:30pm – 9pm Register by 7 February Ages 9-12 - $5 entry Snack bar available Join us for the BIG GAME at RUNWAY Bar & Grill - Kansas City Chiefs vs. Philadelphia Eagles! Sunday February 12 – Doors open at 5pm Door prizes – must be present to win – 1 ticket per person, 2 tickets for Sheppard Crew Members Food & drink specials Sweetheart Dinner at RUNWAY Bar & Grill 14 February – 6pm Register by 10 February - $60 per couple Appetizer for two, Steak or Chicken Dinner, Dessert for two Purchase a bottle of wine for $16 Full bar will be open For more information on FSS events visit our LinkTree to connect with us - https://linktr.ee/82FSS Discover Sheppard AFB & Wichita Falls – https://linktr.ee/discoversafbwftx FROM THE HC April 2023- The North Chapel (Bldg. 810) will close for HVAC renovation All religious services will move to the Landing Zone (Bldg. 450) Catholic Mass will be at 0900 on Sundays LDS services will be at 1400 on Sundays Protestant (LZ ) services will be at 1100 on Sundays (NEW TIME) Wiccan/Pagan meeting will be at 1800 on the first Monday of the month The use of North Chapel will be completely suspended until the completion of HVAC installation. ECD: January 2024 FROM THE LANDING ZONE Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @LandingZoneSAFB to stay up to date on all of our events! EVENTS OPEN TO ALL: Financial Peace University Registration is required When: Classes will be held at 1830 every Monday night Where: Landing Zone (bldg.. 450) Sign up here: https://forms.gle/BpdTak3stMBjDUr1A For more information, contact Ch Gentry at joshua.gentry.6@us.af.mil AiT EVENTS AT THE LANDING ZONE: Lucy Park Cleanup Volunteer Trip When: 11 Feb, 1400-1600 Where: Lucy Park, depart from The Landing Zone (Bldg. 450) Sign up at The Landing Zone Space Limited to 8 people For more information, contact Sara Moeller at sara.moeller.1.ctr@us.af.mil Pal-entines Day Party All AiT welcome for FREE food, activities, and fun! When: 12 Feb, 1530-1730 Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450) For more information, contact Ch Stewart at jesse.stewart.18@us.af.mil Superbowl Watch Party When: 12 Feb, at 1630 Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450) For more information, contact Sara Moeller at sara.moeller.1.ctr@us.af.mil PERMANENT PARTY EVENTS AT THE LANDING ZONE: Valentines Party (LOCATION CHANGE) When: 14 Feb, 1800-2000 Where: Wind Creek Community Center (505 Nehls Boulevard, SAFB) FREE crafts, food, and games + children welcome! RSVP at https://einvitations.afit.edu/inv/anim.cfm?i=716623&k=0560440F7954 Couples Care - for DOD and Permanent Party Couples When: 1st and 3rd Sunday, starting 5 and 19 Feb, from 1500-1630 Where: The Spiritual Development Center (Near the Runway) Child care provided! For more information, contact Ch Stewart at jesse.stewart.18@us.af.mil SAFETY CORNER – WINTER FIRE SAFETY If you get caught in a fire, do you know what to do? Ensure you and your family have an escape route and plan in place to get out quickly when the unexpected happens. Click on the link below for tips on what to do and read on below for more ways to stay safe at home! Quick Tips: -Test smoke alarms monthly, and change the batteries at least once per year -Test Carbon Monoxide alarms when you test your smoke alarms -Prep your furnace; the weather can change rapidly, especially overnight temps! -Inspect your fireplace yearly; hire a pro for any repairs -Keep portable generators outside as far away from the home as possible For more info: Winter Fire Safety - AFSEC VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Hospice of Wichita Falls Visit individuals in their place of residence Spend time in the inpatient care facility Administrative duties Bereavement program Pre-registration for training is required. Call (940) 691-0982 for more information. Wichita Falls Area Food Bank On-site volunteer hours are Mon-Fri from 0900-1200 and 1300-1630. Training is provided as needed. 1230 Midwestern Pkwy (940) 766-2322 Meals on Wheels Grab a friend or two & spread kindness by delivering meals to our local homebound. 1008 Burnett St (940) 322-6232 Big Brothers Big Sisters Be the difference in the life of a child/teen 1501 Midwestern Pkwy #100 (940) 767-2447 Faith Mission Refuge Gather a group of friends of co-workers and prepare/serve a meal at the shelter 710 East Hatton Road (940) 322-4673