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Weekly Update | Tuesday, June 16, 2015
Read to the Rhythm!
Fun Activities Ahead!
Eglin’s Integrated Learning Center (ILC) is planning a summer of fun activities and reading for children of all ages and teens. This
year’s summer theme is “Read to the Rhythm” and features weekly story hours through July 31 on Tuesdays from 9 am-12 pm
featuring music, crafts and activities with access to books for all ages. Story hours will be held in the multi-purpose room at
Family Child Care, Bldg. 2579, the bubble building by Eglin Elementary. Register at the ILC located in Hangar 3, Bldg. 825 across
from the Fitness Center. Phone 850-882-9308 or email eglinilc@gmial.com. The first 50 to sign up will receive a prize and
additional weekly prizes will be awarded. Special events will also be scheduled throughout the summer including Saturday
Family Movies on June 27, July 11 and 25; Beach Day at Postl Point on June 18; Aero Club Tour on July 2; Air Armament Museum
Tour on July 15; and, an End-of-Summer Party at the Youth Center on July 31. Some events with limited space will
require registration which will open two weeks prior to the event date.
Family All American Night
Friday, June 19 | 4:30-6 pm
There’s something new at the club and it’s called Family Frenzy! Each month through September, Bayview will offer themed nights for friends and family featuring family-friendly buffet
prices, some outdoor recreation and indoor fun including
drawings for FSS gift cards, free club lunches and kids’ prizes.
Club members will also be eligible to enter a drawing for a free
family trip to a Disney theme park. Activities include a bouncy
castle, a balloon car build, activity pages, and a parent/child balloon
toss contest. Menu is BBQ Beef, BBQ Pork, Baked Beans, Potato Salad,
and Apple Cobbler. Kids’ menu also offers Hot Dogs and Fries. Event is $3 for Eglin Bayview
Club members and their immediate family ages 13 and older. Admission is $5 for all other club
members and nonmembers ages 13 and older. All children ages 12 and under dine for free!
Anyone signing up for club membership at this event gets a total of 3 months free dues.
850-651-1010
Texas Hold’em
Tournament
Friday, June 19 | 6 pm
Hangar 3 will host a Texas Hold’em Tournament open to all base
personnel. Entry and pizza are free. Prizes to top three winners include
FSS Gift Card, Movie Tickets, and Marco’s Pizza Certificate. Seating is
limited, so make your reservation today. 850-882-9308
For More Info on FSS Events & Activities, Visit:
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Saving & Investing Class Held at Hangar 3
Wednesday, June 17 | 10 – 11 am
The Airman & Family Readiness Center will hold a Saving & investing Class at Hangar 3, Bldg 825. The class covers the basics of
savings and investment accounts. Topics include overviews of saving and investing, types of savings accounts and investment
options such as IRAs, 401(k)s, and TSP. Call 850-882-9060 to register.
Résumé Development 101
Thursday, June 18 | 9-10:30 am
This workshop discusses the résumé process and is designed to help customers organize their experience and skills to begin
creating a professional private-sector résumé. Workshop facilitated by CareerSource Okaloosa/Walton and will be held at the
Education Center, Bldg. 251, Rm121. Call A&FRC at 850-882-9060 to register
Money 101: Budgeting Basics
Thursday, June 18 | 1-2:30 pm
Are you one of the 76% of Americans living paycheck to paycheck? If so, this class is for you! Learn how to create a plan for
spending and saving money so you can achieve your goals while still having fun. Call A&FRC at 882-9060 to register. Class is
held at the Education Center, Bldg. 251.
Fishing Clinic 101
Saturday, June 20 | 9 am & 12 pm
Professional instructor will teach basic techniques of fishing including baiting, casting, reeling, and fish identification. Basic
shore fishing of the bay will be taught all in a fishing environment. Cost is $25 for ages 11 and up and a free shoreline fishing
license is required to participate. Children ages 6-10 with parental supervision may also participate. Price includes all equipment and bait needed to complete the class. Call Outdoor Recreation to reserve a date. Class dates are subject to rescheduling
due to weather. 850-882-5058
Transition Career Technical Training Track
Tuesday-Wednesday, June 23-24 | 8 am-5 pm
Transitioning military members will learn how to find career opportunities, define technical career goals and identify required
credentials. Also, members will discover local Veteran resources and learn how to utilize VA education benefits. Held at the
Education Center, Bldg. 251. Call the A&FRC at 850-882-9060 to register.
Get Golf Ready
August 4-17 | Apply by June 15
Island Lake Camp in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania is scheduled for Aug. 4-17. Air Force Active Duty, Air National Guard
and Air Force Reserve youth ages 8-13 are eligible to apply. Selection priority is given to youth of Wounded and Fallen Warriors,
or youth with parents currently deployed. An application and essay are due by June 15. The application can be picked up at
Eglin Youth Center Monday-Thursday noon to 7 p.m. and Friday noon to 6 p.m. For more information, contact John Lilly at the
Youth Center, 882-8212.
Résumé Development 101
Tuesday-Saturday, June 23-27 | Tuesday-Friday 5-6:30 pm & Saturday 1-2:30 pm
The Eglin Golf Course presents "Get Golf Ready!" - an introductory golf program for ages 14 through adult. Whether you're a
complete beginner, or just haven't played in some time, in just five days, we’ll give you the game of a lifetime. Golf Ready is a
nationwide initiative by the USGA, PGA, PGA Tour, and LPGA to engage golfers and is taught by Eglin’s PGA Professional. The
clinic consists of four lessons and one day of “on course” instruction. Cost is $99 per person. Registration opens one month prior
to start date. For more information or to register, contact the Eglin Golf Course at 850-882-2949.
Win with Big Big Bingo
Thursday, June 25 | 7 am
Eglin's Bayview Club knows how to spell the secret to great riches: "B-I-N-G-O!" Bingo is played every Wednesday and Thursday
at the Club, with your chance to win up to $3,500 cash nightly! Then, you could win up to $4,500 cash twice monthly playing Big
Big Bingo. Bar Bingo starts at 6 p.m. with early bird games beginning at 6:30 p.m. Regular play begins at 7 p.m. Play is open to all
ranks military and civilian, family members and guests ages 18 and older. If you're already a regular player, bring a friend with
you to play who's not a current bingo player and you'll receive a free 15-game pack! 850-651-1010
FootGolf Schedule 2015
Saturdays | June 27, July 18, August 22 | Register 3 pm, Play 3:30 pm
The Eglin Golf Course invites everyone to bring family and friends out to play in outrageously fun FootGolf Tournaments
scheduled monthly through December. Format is 18 holes of 2-Person Scramble where both players on each hole hit their first
shot, select the best of the two, and then both play from that spot. Cost is $25 per player and includes green fees, riding golf
card, and prizes. Prizes will be awarded for Worst Dressed, Best Dressed, Long Kick, Hole-in-One, plus prizes for Top Winning
Teams. 850-882-2949
Family Beach Campout & Movie Night
Saturday-Sunday, June 27-28 | 5 pm
Families and friends are invited to a beach campout and movie night under the stars at Postl Point Beach. Activities are planned
for all ages and a family movie will be shown on the big outdoor screen after sunset. Restrooms and showers are available.
Bring your beach chairs, sunscreen and blankets, and get ready to have a blast at the beach. Cost for those providing their own
camping equipment is $15. If you need to borrow a camping package from ODR, cost is $50 for a 4-person tent and $60 for a
5-man tent. Package includes tent, sleeping bags, a cooler and lantern. Camping packages can be picked up one hour prior to
sunset. A community grill is available until sundown for campers who bring their own food or snacks to prepare for the evening.
Outdoor Rec provides popcorn and s’mores. Pre-registration is required prior to the event date. 850-882-5058
#VocalUpload 2015 - Air Force Entertainer of the Year
July 1 - August 15
Got talent? Soloists, Duets, and Groups are invited to participate in “#VocalUpload”, part of a new annual search for “Air Force
Entertainer of the Year”. Air Force Active Duty, Guard and Reserve compete by displaying their vocal talent through internet
upload. Video performances may be submitted at MyAirForceLife.com from July 1 through August 15. Judging criteria includes
technical excellence, showmanship, and treatment and interpretation of material. First Place winners in each category win
$1,000. Best of Show wins $500 plus a professional video shoot and a chance to compete for the Air Force Entertainer of the
Year Grand Prize Package including a CD Studio Recording Session or Professional Training, and a $5,000 5-day/4-night trip for 3
people to Los Angeles, Las Vegas or New York City. The prize also includes the possible opportunity to represent the Air Force at
future special events. Category winners and Best of Show winner will be announced by Aug. 20. ID card holders will have the
opportunity to vote online for Best of Show. Full details and application forms are available at MyAirForceLife.com.
Casino Trip to Biloxi & Lee Greenwood Concert
Friday, July 3
Join Eglin ITT for an evening of casino play and concert at Harrah's in Biloxi on Friday, July 3. Cost is $20 per person for transportation. Those making the trip may also like to attend the Lee Greenwood Independence Weekend Concert at Harrah's on Friday
evening. Trip departs ITT at 2 p.m. and returns immediately after concert. 850-882-5930
Daytona 400 Trip
Saturday-Monday, July 4-5
Enjoy two nights in Daytona Beach with admission to two races - Subway Firecracker 250 and Coke Zero 400. Just relax and as
Eglin ITT takes care of transportation. Cost is $400 per person double occupancy, $340 triple, $305 quad and $600 single room
occupancy. Price includes tickets, hotel and transportation. Balance is due June 20. 850-882-5930
Red, White & Blue Tournament
Saturday, July 4 | 7:30 am Eagle Course | $20
All golfers tee off from white tees on their first hole with play on red, white or blue tees determined by golfer’s score on previous hole. Green fee and cart not included. Sign up by June 27. 850-882-2949
Team Eglin Air Expeditionary Families Night
Tuesday, July 21 | Info Fair & Activities 4 pm | Dinner 5:30 pm
Team Eglin members and their families are invited to the Bayview Club for a free family event featuring an information fair and
children's activities starting at 4 p.m. followed by a spaghetti dinner at 5:30 p.m. Family activity areas will feature make-and-take
crafts, Lego building, robotic vehicles, and karaoke. There will also be live entertainment and the opportunity to have free
family photos taken in a patriotic setting. The event is designed to foster fun and fellowship bringing together unit leadership
and their military and civilian families who have a member soon to deploy, deployed, or recently returned from deployment.
Unit leadership will mark their assigned tables and a prize will be awarded for the most creative marker or centerpiece. To
attend, participants must register by Tuesday, July 14 via their Unit Commander, Civilian Leaders, First Sergeant or Key
Spouse. Event is limited to 300 participants. Casual civilian attire is appropriate.
New Orleans Satchmo SummerFest
Saturday, August 1
Join Eglin ITT on a day trip to New Orleans to the 14th Annual Satchmo SummerFest! This premier American jazz festival is
dedicated to the legacy and music of New Orleans’ native son, Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong and showcases the people and
heritage of the Big Easy. The festival is free and held on the historic grounds of the Louisiana State Museum’s Old U.S. Mint.
Featuring over 40 musical performances by traditional and contemporary jazz and brass bands, including the legendary Dirty
Dozen Brass Band, SummerFest is also known for its “Red Bean Alley” operated by some of New Orleans finest restaurants. Cost
is $45 per person and includes transportation. Space is limited, sign up now by calling 850-882-5930.
FootGolf:
Unit Tournaments, Outings, and Fundraisers
Looking for something new to do for group outings or fundraisers? Check out these benefits of holding a FootGolf event at
Eglin Golf Course: anyone can play, it’s easy…you just have to be able to kick a ball; less expensive and play is only 2 ½ hours,
half the time of regular golf; it’s a social or team building experience; a great opportunity for fundraising; and, ages 18-36 are
extremely excited about FootGolf. Cost is $25 per player and includes green fees for FootGolf, riding golf carts, free use of #5
soccer balls, and the American Burger Buffet Package. You will also be provided turn-key tournament organization, TV leaderboards, and professional signage with your logo. Call 850-882-2949 and make plans today. As always, the Eglin Golf Course is
open to the public.
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