Sheppard Weekly Update 5.1.23 Published May 1, 2023 By A1C Katie McKee 82d TRW Public Affairs Good morning 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 WEDNESDAY* The Public Affairs photo studio is by APPOINTMENT ONLY Provide direct feedback to the installation command by clicking here (use a personal device to access link) Wing Sports Day WHEN: May 5, 2023 WHERE: White Tent Pavillion For any questions, please contact Capt William Leu at william.leu2.mil@health.mil FROM THE PITSENBARGER FITNESS CENTER Registration for 24/7 access is available at Pitsenbarger Fitness Center beginning 21 April 2023. Even if already registered at Levitow Fitness Center, patrons (AiTs are excluded from 24/7 access) desiring access at Pitsenbarger FC must register at each facility. FROM THE 82d MEDICAL GROUP With GENESIS coming it is imperative to keep your DEERS information updated and current! Keeping your information current in DEERS is important. Take time to log in to DEERS and review your information. https://newsroom.tricare.mil/Articles/Article/2935925/is-your-deers-information-up-to-date FROM 82d SFS Police Week is from May 15-19, 2023. Opening Ceremony WHEN: May 15, 2023 (1000) WHERE: 610 Holliday St, Wichita Falls 76308 Service Dress Memorial Ruck March WHEN: May 16, 2023 (0700) WHERE: 82 SFS (4.7 miles) UOD Law Enforcement Display WHEN: May 16, 2023 (1700) WHERE: Thrift Store Parking Lot (114 Community Circle) Birdies for the Badges Golf Scramble Play golf for 2023 Police Week (proceeds support the Defenders Council) When: Wednesday, May 17 Where: Weeks Park Golf Course Submit teams and pay by May 8 Tickets can be purchased here: https://app.promotix.com/events/details/Birdies-For-the-Badges-Gold-Scramble-tickets POC: Chris Daniel 940.704.2486 or Kevin Byrd 940.447.1974 *This is a private organization. It is not a part of the Department of Defense or any of its components and it has no government status Closing Ceremony WHEN: May 19, 2023 (1430) WHERE: Base Theater UOD If you have any questions/concerns, please contact SSgt Allison Rosario at allison.rosario@us.af.mil FROM THE PITSENBARGER FITNESS CENTER Line dancing lessons offered at Pitsenbarger Fitness Center every other Wednesday: 3 May, 17 May, 31 May, 1900-2000. SAFETY CORNER – MOTORCYCLE SEASON PREP: #DAFRIDER Are you an avid cyclist, commuter, riding just for fun or exercise? Whether you’re training for this summer’s Hotter’N Hell Hundred or just out riding, remember to stay safe and follow these tips below! Quick Tips ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET, with the chin strap fastened! Stay hydrated Know your physical ability and limits Plan your route and know your riding area Follow traffic laws when riding on roads Ride a bike that fits you and one that works Ride defensively, stay focused and be alert! For more info: NHTSA-Bicycle Safety FROM THE LANDING ZONE AiT EVENTS AT THE LANDING ZONE: Taco Bout It: Commissioning Programs with Colonel Gilpin When: 2 May at 1200 and 1830 Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450) Mario Weekend at the LZ Movie Night showing The Super Mario Bros. Movie When: 5 May at 1900 Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450) Mario Kart Tournament When: 6 May at 1430 Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450) Karaoke Night When: Every Saturday at 1830 Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450) For more information, contact Sara Moeller at sara.moeller.1.ctr@us.af.mil FROM THE LANDING ZONE Vacation Bible School! "Pets Unleashed" Where: The Landing Zone When: July 12-14th from 0900-1130 What: Vacation Bible School How: Go to https://vbspro.events/p/events/b10022 to register your child or to volunteer. Who: Questions? Contact Heather Stewart at chosun2hs@gmail.com FROM THE MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER Upcoming Events @ the Military & Family Readiness Center May 3: Bundles for Babies / 0830-1130 https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/47/1683120600000 May 4: First Duty Station Officer Financial Brief / 0930-1100 (No sign-up needed) May 4: TSP / 1130-1230 https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/48/1683217800000 May 5: LinkedIn 1.0 / 1300-1500 https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/49/1683309600000 May 8-12: Military Spouse Appreciation Day / 0900-1600 / FSS Gift Cards will be given out to Military Spouses, while supplies last / Stop in the M&FRC to get yours. Weekly Volunteer Opportunities Hospice Plus Tiffany.brillhart@hospiceplus.net (940) 767-1611 Veteran to Veteran Volunteers Friendly Visitor Volunteers Administrative Volunteers Respite Volunteer Clay County Animal Shelter (The shelter is located in Henrietta and is 20 minutes from base. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Stuart McClintock, Stuart.mcclintock.24@gmail.com or 940-631-9966). Red Cross has a volunteer coordinator located at the 82d Medical Group. (They are currently looking for volunteers specifically for the Med Group. To apply to volunteer call 940- 217-5958 and give your name and contact information to expedite the process. If there is no answer, please leave a message and the volunteer lead will return your call). Southern Grit Advocacy (Looking for volunteers to help paint a Community Outreach Office @ 1301 10th St, Wichita Falls. The office will host monthly meetings for Anti-Trafficking Coalition). For more information or to volunteer contact Vicky @ 940-500-7259 FROM THE 82d TRW CVB Join Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors' (TAPS) webinar: How Nature Helps Us Take Care of Ourselves on 2 May at noon. This webinar will focus on the healing power of nature and its role in helping us enhance our physical and mental wellbeing. Participants will learn about the role that nature plays in helping us regulate our central nervous system to cope more effectively with grief and loss, trauma, chronic stress, and difficult emotions, and will also learn methods for practicing mindfulness in nearby nature. Register here: https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp? VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: American Red Cross (940) 322-8686 https://www.redcross.org/volunteer/volunteer-role-finder.html Habitat for Humanity (940) 716-9300 https://www.habitat.org/tx/wichita-falls/hfh-wichita-falls Humane Society of Wichita County (940) 855-4941 https://www.humanesocietyofwichitacounty.org/ Airman’s Attic (940)-676-4358 Assist in putting items on display and helping customers