Sheppard Weekly Update: 11.13.23

  • Published
  • By Airman 1st Class Katie McKee
  • 82d TRW Public Affairs
SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --  

Good morning Team Sheppard,

THIS WEEK

 

FROM THE EDUCATION CENTER

Education Fair will be on 15 Nov 23 from 0900 – 1600 at the Sheppard Event Center, bldg 340. The event is open to all active-duty military, family members, retires, and DoD Civilians.

 

2023 COMBINED FEDERAL CAMPAIGN

Raised- $6,138.00 (as of 11.13.23)

Donation Goal- $30,767.00

It’s time to give back through the CFC!

Ways to Give:

  • You can give through payroll deduction.

Designate recurring gifts from each paycheck for a greater impact over time.  

  • You can give to multiple, vetted charities.

Make all of your charitable donations and pledge volunteer hours in one place.  

  • You can give for greater impact. The world is a better place when we give together.  
  • You can GIVE HAPPY! Studies show that when we give happiness, we get happy too. 

Be on the lookout for other ways to give back this year – whether it’s through donating, volunteering, engaging at events, or sharing your story. GIVE HAPPY today at GiveCFC.org.

Instructions

Giving Codes:

82d TRW Military Members: RE54VN

82d TRW Civilian Members: UKT658

80TH FTW Military Members: JCQ7W7

80TH FTW Civilian Members: 7T9TQL

 

FROM THE 82d MEDICAL GROUP

Sheppard Medical Clinic has changes to their previous published closure schedule. Please mark your calendars:

15 Nov - Training Day, Full Day Closure

23 Nov - Federal Holiday, Full Day Closure

24 Nov - AETC Family Day, Full Day Closure

14 Dec - Training Day, Full Day Closure

25 Dec - Federal Holiday, Full Day Closure

26 Dec - AETC Family Day, Full Day Closure

1 Jan 2024 - Federal Holiday, Full Day Closure

2 Jan 2024 - AETC Family Day, Full Day Closure

 

NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

Join us for Native American Heritage Month!

  • Native American Cultural Showcase

Nov. 16th at the Events Center at 11:00 AM. We'll be having a Comanche Nation dance exhibition.

  • Story Time

Nov.  22nd at the Base Library at 10:00 AM. We'll be reading Native American children's books followed by a fun craft session.

 

We're continuously looking for volunteers from all backgrounds to help us highlight Native American Heritage throughout November at Sheppard AFB. If you're interested, please reach out to any of our POCs: - TSgt Pettit-Castor (365 TRS) - TSgt Hammond (365 TRS) - SSgt Yazzie (363 TRS) - SSgt Fletcher (364 TRS) Let's come together to celebrate and honor the diverse and vibrant Native American heritage this November!

 

 

From Sheppard Dorm Council

Bowl-A-Thon!

When: 17 Nov from 1730 to 2000 Where: North Bowling Lanes (Bldg. 811) $15.00 gets you 3 games and shoes! POC: Drew Plummer at andrew.plummer.3@us.af.mil

 

 

FROM THE MILITARY AND FAMILY READINESS CENTER

Upcoming Events:

Nov 13: Civilian Resume Writing / 1300-1430

Nov 14: Smooth Move / 0900-1000

Nov 16: Sheppard Right START / 0800-1200 / Sheppard Welcome Center

Nov 17: LinkedIn 1.0 / 1300-1500

Nov 27: USAJobs Workshop / 1000-1100

Nov 27: LinkedIn 2.0 / 1300-1500

Nov 28: Pre-Arrival Briefing / 1400-1445

Dec 1: LinkedIn 1.0 / 1300-1500

Dec 2: Breakfast with Santa / 0800-1000

 

 

FROM THE LANDING ZONE

  • Karaoke Night When: Every Saturday at 1800 Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)
  • Movie Night - Free Popcorn! When: Friday at 1830 Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450) POC: Sara Moeller at sara.moeller.1.ctr@us.af.mil

 

FROM THE 82d LRS

20 guest waiting chairs are in good condition and free to take! Pick up at bldg.. 2113 warehouse.

 

SAFETY CORNER – HUNTING SAFETY

#KeepCalm&GoHunting

Whether it’s your first year or you are the best in your town, remember to take the necessary precautions before setting out for hunting season! Read on for a few reminders…

Quick Tips

  • Know and follow the 4 basic rules of firearm safety:
    • Treat every gun as if it is loaded.
    • Never point at anything you don’t intend to shoot.
    • Keep your finger off the trigger until you’re ready to shoot.
    • Know what is beyond your target.
  • Wear blaze orange clothing.
  • Complete a state-certified hunter education course.
  • Check the weather before you go and plan ahead.
  • Bring dry clothing and enough food & water.
  • Never place your stand above 16 feet & always use 3 points of contact when climbing.

For more info: Hunters Click Here

 

FROM THE FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON

Skeet & Paintball is OPEN! ***New Fall/Winter Hours***

  • Skeet

Saturday 8am - 10am (Shooter Card Members)

Saturday 10am - 4pm (Open to All)

Sunday 8am – 10am (Shooter Card Members)

Sunday 10am - 2pm (Open to All)

  • Paintball

Saturday 10am - 4pm

Sunday 10am - 2pm

Pick-Up/Drop-Off located in front of Sheppard Mini-Mall (Bldg. 740) Visit 82fss.com or facebook.com/safbskeet for more information.

 

 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

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