Welcome to the Sheppard Weekly Update, which includes news significant to Sheppard AFB.
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*DUE NLT 1300 EVERY WEDNESDAY*
SHEPPARD SPOUSES CLUB
The SSC is committed to helping our military spouses and children further their educational endeavors through our annual scholarship program- apply now
*This is a private organization. It is not part of the Department of Defense or any of its components and it has no government status.*
BLACK HISTORY MONTH- UPCOMING EVENT
Black History Month Innovator Panel
Who: Team Sheppard
What: Come and learn about Black Innovators across the USAF
When: 24 Feb @ 1400
Where: NCOA Auditorium, Building 1900
SMSGT. RELEASE PARTY COMMITTEE- VOLUNTEERS
We are looking for volunteers for MCEE and proffer for the SMSgt. release party in March. Once we have some volunteers we will hold try outs for the role.
POC: Thayne Lybbert thayne.lybbert@us.af.mil
TEEN DATING VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND AWARENESS MONTH
Violence Prevention Office, Madrigal Youth Center, Family Advocacy and First Step, INC
are partnering on to present "Rated "T" for Teens!"
When: 24 Feb 2023
Time: 7-10pm
Where: Madrigal Youth Center
#Loveisrespect and #Talkaboutit
Come out for Talk, games, fun, music and fun
The teenagers who bring the most teens will get a $100 Amazon gift card
FROM THE 82d FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON
- Air Force Aid Scholarship Program
Applications are now open for the Air Force Aid Society General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program through April 30, 2023. Grants range from $500 to $2,000 for Air Force & Space Force dependents. Apply here: https://afas.org/haparnoldgrant/
- For more information on FSS events visit our LinkTree to connect with us
FROM THE 82d TRW EO
Crucial Dialogue - Led by Mr. Christopher Youngblood
When: Tuesday, Feb 28, 2023
Where: Bldg. 920 B300
Topic: Civilian vs Military - What's Age Got to Do With? How can we work together in a multi-generational workforce?
National Diversity Veteran Small Business (NDVSB/AAFES) eMarketplace & Participating Vendors
When: February 28
Where: Sheppard AFB Events Center Ballroom; 320 Ave G BLDG 340
Time: 0900-1500 (CST)
Shopping through the NDVSB/AAFES eMarketplace help military families and small businesses; earnings go back to AAFES to support MWR programs.
FROM THE 82d CVB
Employee Assistance Program Webinars (Open to Air Force and Space Force Civilian Employees and their Families)
- Emotional Intelligence for Workplace Success
February 21 at 2 pm: Register here
- Financial Wellbeing Retirement Planning: Getting Started
February 23 11 am: Register here 2 pm: Register here
FSS - Military & Family Readiness Center
- Sr. TAP Workshop / Feb 21-23 / 0800-1600
- Navigating TSP / Feb 23 / 1800-1900
- LinkedIn 2.0 / Feb 24 / 1300-1500
Pre-Deployment Briefings: Every Tuesday @ 0900 / Every Thursday @ 1400
Post-Deployment Briefings: Every Tuesday @ 0930 / Every Thursday @ 1430
FROM THE HC
- 21 February: @1800 Madi Gras Party
- 22 February: @1730 Ash Wednesday Mass and imposition of Ashes
- 25 February: Whole day-Confirmation Retreat
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
When: Sundays at 1000
Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)
For more information, contact Ch Stewart at jesse.stewart.18@us.af.mil
AiT EVENTS AT THE LANDING ZONE:
- Decades Night - Dress up from your favorite decade
When: 25 Feb, at 1830 - Karaoke to start at 1900
Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)
For more information, contact Sara Moeller at sara.moeller.1.ctr@us.af.mil
SAFETY CORNER – WINTER DRIVING PREP
Winter weather is the cause of 500,000 crashes every year. Whether you are out and about locally or on a long road trip, be prepared with a car emergency kit! Check out the tips below for winter car emergency kit must haves.
Quick Tips
-Brush, ice scraper, & compact snow shovel
-Blankets, snacks, & water bottles
-Flashlights & batteries
-Candles & waterproof matches
-Kitty litter for traction
-First Aid kit
For more info: Winter Preparedness - AFSEC & Emergency Car Kit - National Safety Council
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
faithmissionwf.org/volunteer
(940) 723-5663
thearcwctx.org/volunteer
(940) 692-2303
- Children’s Aid Society of West TX
(940) 322-3141
caswt.org/volunteer
82d Medical Group
(940) 217-5958