Air Force at the Alamo

A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd AIR BASE WING

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, TEXAS • Vol. 70 No. 16 • April 26, 2013

Marching in step Commentary Milestone Sports The reality of sequestration SAPR o ers information and support FSS stays undefeated Page 2 Page 3 Page 19

Photo by Carlos Ramirez Staff Sgt. Katrevious Swift leads 322nd Training Squadron Flight 287 past the grandstands during Air Force Basic Military Training graduation at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland April 18. Swift was the ﬂ ight’s military training instructor team chief. Story Pages 10 &15.

INSIDE | Commentary 2 News 3 Community Briefs 17 What’s Happening 18 Sports 19 & 20 ONLINE | http://www.jbsa.af.mil PAGE 2 commentary TALESPINNER April 26, 2013 Joint Base San Antonio Lackland If it isn’t you, it’s the person next to you Editorial Staff Br i g . Ge n . Th e r e s a C. Ca r t e r , By Senior Airman Kelly Galloway seats to get away from him. This was why I was being called into the JBSA/502n d Air Bas e Wi n g , 439th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Westover Air Reserve Base, Mass. With my new location in the classroom, room. The other girl was witness to what Co m m a n d e r

I felt a bit more at ease. Although the Air- happened and they both wanted to open an To d d G. Wh i t e , “Hey sexy ... you single?” man now had one of his male friends start investigation after speaking with the sexual JBSA/502n d Air Bas e Wi n g I turned to see a fellow Airman in to jeer me because I had gotten him in assault response coordinator on base. Pu b l i c Af f a i r s Di r e c t o r training; standing about 5 foot 8 inches trouble. I felt beaten and angry. I had no They knew I had been in a situation and Os c a r Ba l l a d a r e s , tall, dark hair and eyes. Over the next control over the situation. It wasn’t “my” wanted to know if I also wanted to open an JBSA-Lac k l a n d Pu b l i c Af f a i r s Ch i e f four months, I heard this fellow classmate fault he did what he did. investigation. Al e x De l g a d o repeat the same line more than a couple He was lucky I didn’t take it up the chain I realized that what was thought to be In t e r n a l Co m m u n i ca t i o n s Ch i e f dozen times. of command. simple, but annoying, joking was turning Ma n a g i n g Ed i t o r It wasn’t just me he had an eye for; it About a week after the hand gesture into something much more serious. 671-4111 was a handful of my new girlfriends as incident, I’d had it with the remarks from How much more would his behavior Mi k e Jo s e p h , well. We laughed it off. All of us had just him and his friend. That’s when I asked deteriorate? What if I had reported this Se n i o r Wr i t e r completed basic training and were begin- one of our former ropes in our dormitory incident when it happened to me? Would Jo s e T. Ga r z a , III, ning another chapter in our brand-new to have a talk with these two guys. this still have happened to this girl? Sp o r t s /St a f f Wr i t e r , military careers at technical school. Why This former rope commanded the re- The thoughts in my mind raced. I agreed make enemies at the start? spect of all the guys in the Airman dormi- to speak to the sexual assault response Do r o t h y Lo n a s , De s i g n /La y o u t About a month in, I grew tired of the tory; certainly he would be able to have coordinator. cheesy pick-up lines and over-used sexual an impact on this guy. Shortly after the The concept of an entire office commit- innuendos. I asked one of our ropes (stu- discussion this time, the jokes and rude ted to sexual assault boggled me. dent leader) to step in to have a chat with remarks stopped altogether. The Airman I had no idea what was in store as the Office the guy regarding how uncomfortable he and his friend now completely avoided me. three of us walked into the SARC office to 1701 Kenly Ave. Suite 102 made me. Lackland AFB, Texas Victory at last! again explain what happened. To my relief, 78236-5103 Unfortunately, that chat didn’t have Three months later, two weeks before the officer was approachable and sincere; 671-2908; much of an effect on the Airman and as our class graduation date, a female instruc- she made every effort to ease our minds (fax) 671-2022 “luck” would have it, I sat next to him dur- tor came up to me as I was on my way and explained what was going to happen. Email: [email protected] Commander’s Action Line: ing class. back from a class assignment. All three of us had to give her our writ- [email protected]. Lucky me, right? “Airman Galloway, follow me please,” ten statements separately and without Straight Talk: 671-6397 (NEWS) I was pretty good at letting his sugges- she said. prejudice. For advertising information: tive comments flow in one ear and out the I proceeded down the hallway and into After reviewing our statements, she Prime Time Military Newspapers other, careful not to show it bothered me a small room with a handful of comput- concluded that there was a definite issue 2203 S. Hackberry, (as that only added fuel to his fire). ers and two girls from my class already in and asked us individually if we wanted to San Antonio, Tx 78210 210-534-8848 Up to this point, his words were the only place. proceed with a restricted or unrestricted offensive thing he had been doing. But then Confusion and a spark of panic overcame report. I dropped my pencil. As I stooped over me when the door was shut behind me and A restricted report requires the mem- This newspaper is published by Prime to pick it up I heard a loud voice boom I realized something serious was going on. ber to be in status and can only report the Time Military Newspapers, a private firm in no way connected with the throughout the classroom. One of the female Airmen had been crying incident to medical personnel, SARC or a U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written “Are you serious, Airman?” and her eyes were still puffy and red. victim advocate, but an unrestricted report contract with JBSA-Lackland, Texas. This commercial enterprise Air Force Startled, I nearly smacked my head off “Galloway, as I understand, you had a means the member can report the inci- newspaper is an authorized publication the table trying to sit back up. With our harassment issue with a particular Air- dent to investigative agencies such as the for members of the U.S. military services. Contents of the Talespinner entire class now looking back toward us, man?” my instructor asked. Air Force Office of Special Investigation or are not necessarily the official views of, our two class leaders, Marines, shrugged I acknowledged her question and ex- security forces, as well as to members in or endorsed by, the U.S. government, the Department of Defense, or the them away and stated “We’ll talk about this plained my experience with the group and their chain of command such as the first Department of the Air Force. at break – carry on.” asked why this was just coming to light as sergeant, supervisor or commander. The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts or Unbeknownst to me, this guy had just the incident happened nearly three months All three of us wanted the unrestricted supplements, does not constitute executed one of the foulest and most sexu- prior. report. endorsement by the Department of Defense, the Department of the Air Force ally suggestive hand gestures behind my Her response shook me to the core as We were sent back to the dormitory after or Prime Time Military Newspapers, of head. The class leaders luckily sat behind she explained that the two female Airmen, meeting with the SARC to speak with our the products or services advertised. Everything advertised in this us and saw what he had just done. fellow classmates, had just had the same military training leaders. publication shall be made available That was the final straw. The class lead- type of harassment, only it had gone above Upon arrival, the captain was already for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ers already knew how annoyed I was by what this man had done to me. waiting for us. As we entered her office, national origin, age, marital status, his behavior and asked if I wanted to take The Airman allegedly grabbed one of the coming to attention and visibly shaken, she physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor of the this latest development “up the chain.” girls and cornered her in an area where asked us to sit down. purchaser, user or patron. I had no intention of getting anyone in we kept our equipment. He put his hand Up until this point, we had not had any Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the Public Affairs Office trouble since we were all brand new to the over her mouth and pushed her back personal interaction with this busy officer of the 502nd Air Base Wing. All photos, military. I’d hoped that the class leaders against the lockers – pressing his body and had grown to fear having to report to unless otherwise indicated, are U.S. Air Force photos. had scared him enough by this point and against hers and proceeded to kiss his Deadline for submissions decided against it – asking only to move hand in a suggestive way. See Page 3 is noon Thursday the week prior COMMENTARY to publication. April 26, 2013 TALESPINNER news PAGE 3 Ne w s i n Br i e f Sexual Assault: Reach out, support is here Saturday By Maj. Daniel R. Katka tims feel isolated because people avoid The military recognizes the torment prescription d r u g ‘t a k e b a c k ’ d a y Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Community them. Sometimes people just don’t know that victims of sexual assault experience. The Drug Enforcement Agency “Take Relations Program Director what to say, what to think or what to The Joint Base San Antonio community Back” Day on Joint Base San Antonio- believe. encourages those who are struggling to Lackland is Saturday. Many people believe that the hardest Frequently, victims see these be- adjust and heal to reach out to local pro- Old, outdated or unwanted prescription part for a sexual assault victim, rather haviors as a constant judgement from grams that work with victims and assist medications can be turned in for disposal than the actual assault, is the medical others, and they will frequently isolate them on their road to healing. at the Satellite Pharmacy parking lot, exam, investigation and/or prosecution themselves. Unfortunately, isolation does The reality is recovering from sexual between the Army & Air Force Exchange that follows. not heal the pain as it follows victims ev- assault is easier with support from loved Services main base exchange and the However, the impact of sexual assault erywhere they go. ones and professionals who understand commissary, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. can last a lifetime and the effects are un- Privately, victims of sexual assault the impact sexual violence has on an For additional information, contact doubtedly felt when a victim attempts to struggle with the different emotions and individual. Charles Nail, 559th Aerospace Medicine transition back to their normal function- thoughts associated with this pain. Joint Base San Antonio Sexual Assault Squadron, at 671-9470/83 or Lisa Frantz, ing, including returning to work, seeing A victim may not see the same person Prevention and Response program can 802nd Security Forces Squadron, at friends and other daily activities. in the mirror as they did prior to the connect you to local advocates affiliated 671-2262. Both publicly and privately, sexual as- assault. Feelings such as hopelessness, with your service branch who are there sault victims struggle daily to adjust to emptiness and anxiety are common solely to support. May 10-11 their life after a sexual assault. among sexual assault victims. They can act as a voice with first l p a g t o p e r f o r m m u s i c a l Publicly, victims of sexual assault have Many survivors of sexual assault de- responders and chain of command, as Tickets are on sale at Arnold Hall to interact with others, many of them scribe their recovery as finding a “new well as connect victims to professional Community Center for “Quit Trippin’ – It’s who may know or find out about the normal” because post-assault life is for- services such as counseling. the ‘80s,” a musical comedy production assault. The person may notice others ever changed. Victims can also request that their in- by the Lackland Performing Arts Group. treating them differently. He or she may Many sexual assault victims suffer formation remain confidential. Performance dates are May 10-11 and notice that at work, whispers or chatter with trust and relationship insecurities. If you are victim of sexual assault who May 17-18, 7 p.m. each evening. stop mid-stream as they move around In a relationship, they have problems has been struggling, call the Joint Base Ticket prices, which include light hors the working area. with intimacy, whether sexual or non- San Antonio SAPR Hotline at 808-SARC d’oeuvres, are $20 each for adults; $15 There’s a justifiable paranoia victims sexual. Many victims start to second (7272). each for age 65 and older; $10 each for experience that others are always talk- guess their decisions on friendships and You don’t have to be alone. We are technical training students; and $5 each ing about the assault. Sometimes vic- establishing relationships. here to help. for children under 12. For additional information, call 671- 2619/2352. COMMENTARY from Page 2 seeking incriminating evidence. What constitutes sexual assault They pulled him from class and Sexual assault is a crime. It is defined Informational her. brought him back to the dorms so that as intentional sexual contact, character- s a p r s e e k s v o l u n t e e r s “Ladies, first of all I want you to he could pack his belongings. ized by use of force, physical threat or The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland know that you are not alone,” she He was being isolated from the rest abuse of authority or when the victim Sexual Assault Prevention and Response said. “Secondly, I want to assure you of the dorm, moving onto the first floor does not or cannot consent. Sexual assault program needs volunteer victim advo- that this Airman will be dealt with near our MTL’s offices. includes: cates and community advocates. and I will do everything to ensure We were only two weeks from • Rape Victim advocates provide on call your safety and confidentiality of this graduating. Because of this incident, • Nonconsensual sodomy (oral or anal crisis intervention, referral and ongoing situation, but you need to ensure the the Airman jeopardized his marriage, sex) non-clinical support to victims of sexual confidentiality on your end as well.” his security clearance and his military • Indecent assault (unwanted, inappropri- violence. “Yes, Ma’am,” we simultaneously career. ate sexual contact or fondling) or attempts Community advocates assist the SAPR squeaked out. Beginning in basic training, all of to commit office by providing education and aware- We had already signed confidential- the advice from my military training these acts. ness to military members across JBSA. ity agreements and were ordered not instructor had prepared me for some- Sexual assault can occur without re- Active-duty military, active status to talk about the situation to any of thing like this, though I never thought gard to gender or spousal relationship or Reserve and National Guard, and Depart- our classmates. I would be involved in a “SARC” case. age of victim. ment of Defense civilian employees are After an hour of conversing with the It was something we had joked and The DOD Safe Helpline Mobile App eligible to serve as volunteers. captain, she released us to go back to laughed about training. This application gives members of the Selected individuals must have leader- our rooms to deal with what had just Yet my MTI knew better. Before we Department of Defense community on-the- ship approval, a background check, and a occurred in our own manner. What left his watchful eye, he warned us go access to resources and tools to help SAPR interview. had started as a normal day had taken that an alarming number of technical manage the effects of sexual assault. Individuals selected must also attend such a dramatic turn of events. Our school SARC cases do happen and will The mobile app is available for free a mandatory 40-hour training session minds were warped. We were mentally happen and that we should prepare from the App Store at https://itunes.apple. June 10-14. exhausted. ourselves. His words still rang in my com/us/app/dod-safe-helpline/id536773115 For additional information, call 671- A team of OSI agents came to our ear like reveille in the morning. and on Google Play at https://play.google. 7273. dormitory as well as military police, “If it isn’t you, it’s the person next com/store/apps/details?id=org.rainn.Safe- who went through the Airman’s room to you.” Helpline. PAGE 4 TALESPINNER April 26, 2013 Lackland Elementary students win awards

By Mike Joseph dents to create a poster about this JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs year’s theme, ‘At the Crossroads of Freedom and Equality: The Three Lackland Elementary Emancipation Proclamation and School students were presented the March on Washington.’” cash awards for an African Ameri- Brianna McCabe, a fourth can Heritage Month poster contest grader, took home the $100 first- sponsored by the Joint Base San prize award; Faith Grelk, a fifth Antonio-Lackland African Ameri- grader, won $75 for second place; can Heritage Committee. and Luke Allsup, a third grader, The committee received 58 en- was awarded $25 for third place. tries from Lackland Elementary The students were presented their third, fourth and fifth graders for prizes April 8 at a special recep- the contest, which was open to all tion for the contest entrants. students in those grades. “I wanted to enter because I love “Our goal was to stimulate inter- art,” said Brianna, smiling ear-to- est in African American history to ear as she sat with her mother. support the school’s curriculum,” And she had immediate plans said Senior Master Sgt. Gregory for her new-found wealth. Butler, JBSA-Lackland AAHC proj- “Spend it all,” she said with a ect officer. “We challenged the stu- giggle. Photo by Robbin Cresswell Senior Master Sgts. Ray Saavedra (back left) and Gregory Butler presented cash prizes April 8 to Lackland Elementary School winners in the recent Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland African American Heritage Committee poster contest. Contest winners were (front row, from left) Luke Allsup, third place; Brianna McCabe, first place; and Faith Grelk, second place. PAGE 6 TALESPINNER April 26, 2013 AIR FORCE AT THE ALAMO

Photos by Staff Sgt. Corey Hook LEFT: The 737th Training Group Drum and Bugle Corps performs at “Air Force at the Alamo,” one of several Fiesta events held April 22 in downtown San Antonio. The Drum and Bugle Corps is made up of trainees who are currently attending Air Force Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. RIGHT: Staff Sgt. Matthew Phillips and his military working dog participate at the “Air Force at the Alamo” Fiesta event April 22 in downtown San Antonio. Phillips is a military working dog handler assigned to the 902nd Security Forces Squadron, JBSA-Randolph. VA Launches Hotline for Health Care, Women Veteran Questions The Veterans Affairs Department has perception of the quality care they are launched a new hotline – 1-855-VA- receiving,” said Irene Trowell-Harris, WOMEN – to receive and respond to director of VA’s Center for Women Vet- questions from veterans, their families erans. “Many women who served don’t and caregivers about the many VA ser- self-identify as veterans, and therefore vices and resources available to women don’t think they qualify for VA benefits. veterans. We need to correct existing misinforma- The service began accepting calls tion and misperceptions so we can serve March 27. more women veterans with the benefits “Some women veterans may not know they’ve earned.” about high-quality VA care and services Women veterans are entitled to ap- available to them,” VA Secretary Eric ply for the same benefits as their male K. Shinseki said. “The hotline will allow counterparts, which include health care us to field their questions and provide and pharmacy benefits as well as edu- critical information about the latest en- cation benefits, disability compensation, hancements in VA services.” home loans, employment assistance and The hotline is staffed by VA employ- more. ees who can provide information about The 1-855-VA-WOMEN hotline joins benefits, including health care services of today’s active duty military and 18 As part of its commitment to making numerous other VA hotlines that pro- for women, officials said. Callers can be percent of National Guard and Reserve improvements for the growing popula- vide critical information and assistance linked to information on claims, educa- forces. The number of women using VA tion of women veterans, officials noted, to veterans, such as those for veterans in tion or health care appointments, as well health care was nearly 160,000 in 2000, VA established an outbound call center crisis and in danger of becoming home- as information about VA cemeteries and and that number more than doubled in 2010 to contact women veterans and less. memorial benefits. Staff members can to 354,000 in 2012. Based on the up- encourage them to enroll in VA health Veterans also can receive information answer urgent questions and provide reward trend of women in all branches care. and apply for benefits online at http:// ferrals to mental health and homeless of military service, VA officials said, the “In VA health care alone, women www.eBenefits.va.gov and manage their services and Vet Center information. number of women veterans using VA constitute only 6 percent of VA pa- health care at http://MyHealtheVet. Women make up nearly 15 percent services will keep climbing. tients, but those veterans have a high va.gov, officials said. PAGE 8 TALESPINNER April 26, 2013

Congratulations to the Emma Kimble Jesse Laughrun Walter Nadeau Rachael Blosser following 67 Airmen for Taylor Morgan Garrett J. Leanders Dominic Smoot 331st TRS, Flight 296 being selected as honor Brittany Orellana Nicholas R. Patchen Flight 296 graduates among the 682 Mailinh Schuh Joseph A. Wilson, Jr. Samantha Lahner Male Flights Air Force basic military Ariana Smith Leah Letson 323rd TRS, Flight 297 trainees who graduate today: Jessica Stevens 326th Training Squadron Sarah Paquette 320th TRS, Flight 294 Katherine Turner Flight 299 Kaila Zinger 331st TRS, Flight 295 320th Training Squadron Mark Jacobs 326th TRS, Flight 300 Flight 293 323rd Training Squadron Justin Lawson Top BMT Airman 320th TRS, Flight 293 Steven Ederson, Jr. Flight 297 Derek Oakshott Aaron Church 324th TRS, Flight 291 Justin Elenez Joshua Clave Alexander Smalldon 324th TRS, Flight 291 324th TRS, Flight 292 Evan Smith Flight 298 Eric Spillman Conrad Truchly Sashenka Rodriguez De La Rosa Flight 300 Most Physically Fit Female Flights Christopher Williamson Sharisse Watkins Dawson Batsch Male Airmen 322nd TRS, Flight 302 Flight 294 Kody Bendele Nathaniel Jackson 323rd TRS, Flight 298 Jessup Dixon 324th Training Squadron Solomon Drake 324th TRS, Flight 291 331st TRS, Flight 296 Luke Miller Flight 291 Angelo Gascon Jordan Decker John Salvio Nicholas Baddon Carl Piccarreta 320th TRS, Flight 294 Top Academic Flights Brett Thompson Dijon Canada Erik Stoddard James Nickerson 324th TRS, Flight 292 Santiago Trejo Aaron Church Skylar Vanrensselaer 324th TRS, Flight 292 322nd TRS, Flight 302 Johnta Williams Matthew Helms Daniel Williams Justin Lawson 322nd TRS, Flight 301 Christopher Hutzley 326th TRS, Flight 299 331st TRS, Flight 295 322nd Training Squadron Ramsey Millsap 331st Training Squadron 326th TRS, Flight 299 Flight 301 Flight 292 Flight 295 Female Airmen 326th TRS, Flight 300 Mark Aschenbrenner Colin Bellavance Ethan Ashton Jessie Stone 324th TRS, Flight 291 Logan Blauvelt Timothy Flowers Michael Goss 331st TRS, Flight 296 320th TRS, Flight 294 Chance David Christopher Friedel Danny Hemchand Seena Frantz 323rd TRS, Flight 297 Jordon Kesel Joseph Gurka, Jr. Jeremy Mckinney 331st TRS, Flight 296 320th TRS, Flight 293 Flight 302 Joshua Hoffer Michael Minder Jodi Signer 331st TRS, Flight 296 Dahdia Kepka Nicholas Langedyke Corey Nadeau 322nd TRS, Flight 302 323rd TRS, Flight 298 PAGE 10 TALESPINNER April 26, 2013

taking ﬂ ight New Airmen learn Swift -ly from military instructors during BMT

Photo by Carlos Ramirez Trainees from 322nd Training Squadron Flight 287 receive coins from their military training instructor team chief, Staff Sgt. Katrevious Swift, during the retreat ceremony April 18 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.

By Mike Joseph “I’ll remember the fl ag,” said Air- JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs man First Class Devin Tillman about what he’ll recall from graduation. “It t seemed appropriate for 322nd was always in our face. And I had to Training Squadron Flight 287 to make sure I heard all the commands. Ibattle gusty wind conditions at It was tough.” the Air Force Basic Military Training Learning to deal with the windy graduation parade April 19. conditions was just another hurdle to Assigned to carry the fl ags during overcome for the fl ight. The trainees parade, the fl ight fought through con- had struggled with drill marching at stantly shifting winds that gusted as times during their 8½ weeks in BMT high as 40 miles per hour. Even at but eventually moved beyond a level parade rest during the event, the wind expected by their military training in- whipped fl ags around the Airmen’s structors. heads like a matador’s cape. Tillman praised the instructors for “It’s not easy carrying fl ags in 40- having the fl ight Air Force-ready. knot winds,” said Col. Mark Camerer, “Our MTIs were great,” the Georgia 37th Training Wing commander to native said. “Sgt. Swift (Staff Sgt. Ka- Photo by Robbin Cresswell the approximate 4,000 people in at- trevious Swift, the fl ight’s team chief) Staff Sgt. Katrevious Swift, a 322nd Training Squadron military training instructor, calls tendance at the graduation. “You’ve cadence to a ﬂ ight of female trainees in basic military training. done a phenomenal job.” See TAKING FLIGHT Page 15 April 26, 2013 TALESPINNER PAGE 11

Monthly Events May

Service Member and Family Readiness and families reuniting and provide resiliency skills and resources. decorative materials. The class is open to all ages. Children under Seating is limited and registration is required. To register, call 652- the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult. The fee is $20 Learn financial strategies for tough times 5321 or email [email protected]. and includes all supplies. To sign up, call 671-2515 by May 1. The JBSA-Randolph Airman and Family Readiness Center staff is teaching strategies that can help to build wealth May 1 from Support Assistants learn the importance of their role Bowling 9:30-11 a.m. To sign up, call 652-5321. Family readiness support assistants play a key role in assisting the efforts of commanders and Family Readiness Group volunteer Patrons bowl to win great prizes Airmen prepare for civilian life leaders in their support of the military mission and maintaining the The JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Bowling Center offers the The JBSA-Lackland Airman and Family Readiness Center mobilization and deployment readiness of service members, families opportunity for bowlers to win some great prizes this summer. conducts a five-day Transition Assistance Program, May 6-10. and the community. This two-day training, which is designed to Patrons receive “Bowling to Win” entry forms with their paid Sessions are 7:45 a.m.-4 p.m. The curriculum ensures military inform FRSAs more about their role and responsibilities is at the games Wednesday-Aug. 26. Drawings for prizes will be conducted members have a successful transition from military to civilian life. JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Warfighter and Family Readiness Center during Bowler Appreciation Week Aug. 23. Call 221-4740, for A pre-separation briefing and completion of DD Form 2648 are the May 22-23, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. For more information, call 221-0946. more information. prerequisites for attendance. To sign up, call 671-3722. Learn about survivor benefit planning Patrons take the stage at open microphone night Mobilization and Deployment Readiness hosts forum The JBSA-Randolph Airman and Family Readiness Center helps The JBSA-Lackland Skylark Bowling Center hosts an open Mobilization and Deployment Readiness hosts an open forum the service member and spouse become familiar with the options microphone night May 1, 8-11 p.m., in Primo’s Lounge. All singers, May 7, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Warfighter and Family Readiness and advantages of a survivor benefit plan May 23, 8-9:30 a.m. or poets and musicians are invited to perform. Call 671-1234, for more Center on JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. The mission of Mobilization 1-2:30 p.m. To sign up, call 652-3633. information. and Deployment Readiness is to help service members and their families prepare for deployment and the challenges they face when Patrons receive car buying tips Mothers bowl free on their special day their service member returns. For more information, call 221-0946. The JBSA-Lackland Airman and Family Readiness Center Bowling is free for moms at the JBSA-Randolph Bowling conducts a car buying class May 23 from 10 a.m.-noon. Topics Center May 12 from 1-4 p.m. This does not include rental shoes. Learn to properly inspect a child safety seat include the dangers of pay day lenders, how to purchase a car at The rest of the family can bowl at the special Mother’s Day rate The JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Safety Seat Checkup takes place the best price and services available from financial institutions. To of $2.50 per game, per person with $2 rental shoes. For more May 16, 1-3 p.m., at the Fire Station on Schofield Road. The sign up, call 671-3722. information, call 652-6271. Safety Seat Checkup is designed to provide inspection of safety seats against recall criteria, functionality and proper installation. Class prepares youth to stay home alone Win money while bowling One seat per child will be provided to replace those seats that are JBSA-Randolph Airman and Family Readiness Center hosts JBSA-Randolph Colorama bowling is May 17, 7 p.m. deemed unserviceable. Registration is required and the child must a class May 23, 5-6 p.m., to prepare children ages 10 and older Customers can win money if they strike on the posted combination be present for proper weight and height measurements. To sign up to be left unattended in base housing for short periods of time. of colored pins. The entry fee is $15 per person with optional side or for additional information, call 221-0349. Topics covered include policies, safety skills and proper telephone pots available. For more information, call 652-6271. answering techniques. Children and parents must attend this training Learn to be financially prepared together. To register, call 652-5321. Summer bowling leagues being formed The JBSA-Randolph Airman and Family Readiness Center offers The JBSA-Randolph Bowling Center is taking sign-ups for a financial readiness class May 21 from 9-10:30 a.m. The class Patrons learn about JBSA-Fort Sam Houston three summer leagues. The United States Bowling Conference offers attendees ways to enhance their money management skills. The Trails and Tales Tour lets DOD ID cardholders experience sanctioned 12-week Storm Pro Am League runs May 21- Aug. 6 For more information, call 652-5321. JBSA-Fort Sam Houston like they never have before. From ghost and entitles each bowler to a Storm bowling ball of their choice. The haunts to high tech centers, patrons hear the stories while exploring Professional Bowling Association Experience League takes place Class focuses on Veterans Affairs claim process the historic post. The tour takes about three hours and begins at the May 29–Aug. 14 and challenges the league bowlers with the same The JBSA-Lackland Airman and Family Readiness Center offers Warfighter and Family Readiness Center May 30, 9 a.m. To register lane conditions that professionals bowl on. The 12-week Coushatta an Understanding the VA Claim Process class May 21 from 10 or for more information, call 221-9698. Casino League runs May 23-Aug. 8 and entitles each member to a a.m.-noon. Topics include electronic benefits, how to fill out claim trip to the Coushatta Casino in Coushatta, La. Aug. 11–12. To sign forms and the power of attorney process. To sign up, call 671-3722. Arts and Crafts up, call 652-6271.

Spouses learn reintegration and resiliency skills Patrons learn to make a paper watch Patrons learn to bowl The JBSA-Randolph Airmen and Family Readiness Center is The JBSA-Lackland Arts and Crafts Center holds a class on how The JBSA-Randolph Bowling Center is offering Bowling 2.0, offering spouses of returning military members a pre-reintegration to create a paper watch May 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Watches are made which is designed to introduce new people to the great sport of workshop called Open Arms May 21 from 1-2 p.m. The class of tear-resistant material and feature digital movement and a long- bowling or reactivate bowlers who have not bowled in several years. will cover solutions to the various challenges specific to couples life battery. Patrons will personalize the watches using a variety of Bowling 2.0 is structured to take place once a week for four weeks, PAGE 12 TALESPINNER April 26, 2013

beginning June 4, with each weekly session taking 90 minutes. The by the Sax on the Beach band. The price of the buffet is $18.95 Club to hosts Father's Day brunch first 30 minutes is in a classroom setting with a video lesson and per adult member and trainee, $21.95 per adult nonmember, $9.95 JBSA-Randolph's Parr Club hosts a brunch for fathers June 16. the final hour is on the lanes, allowing students to put into practice for children ages 6-11 and children ages 5 and younger eat for free. This event is open to all DOD ID cardholders. The seating times are what they have learned. For more information, call 652-6271. For more information, call 645-7034. 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. All fathers will be entered in a drawing for a The JBSA-Randolph Parr Club's Mother’s Day buffet is also $200 FSS gift card. Club members may make reservations starting Bowlers go cosmic May 12 with seating times every half hour from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 May 21 and all others may make reservations starting May 28. For JBSA-Lackland bowlers go cosmic with glow-in-the-dark balls p.m. The price of the buffet is $22.75 per adult for members, $11.50 more information, call 652-4864. and pins, laser lights and music every Friday, 9 p.m.-midnight, and for members’ children ages 6-12, $25.75 per adult for nonmembers Saturday, 7 p.m.-midnight, at the JBSA-Lackland Skylark Bowling and $12.95 for nonmembers’ children ages 6-12. Children 5 and Patrons enjoy Champagne brunch Center. For more information, call 671-1234. younger eat for free. To make a reservation, call 652-4864. Sunday brunch takes place at the JBSA-Randolph Parr Club every Sunday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. It includes a carving station, Youth learn to bowl Parr Club features special Mongolian buffet oysters, mussels and salmon. The cost is $20.75 for club members The JBSA-Randolph Bowling Center is offering Hook-Up to The JBSA-Randolph Parr Club is offering a special Mongolian or $22.75 for nonmembers. For more information, call 652-4864. Bowling, which is a four-session class and designed to introduce buffet May 16 from 6-8 p.m. The price for this is $14.50 for adults, youth to bowling. The cost is $125 and includes a bowling ball $7.75 for children, 6 to 12 years old, and children 5 and younger Community Programs (fee for drilling not included) and single ball bag. The class starts eat for free. Club members receive $2 off when presenting their at 10 a.m. June 5, 12, 19 and 25 and lasts 90 minutes. For more club card. Coupons will be accepted. For more information, call Gamers invited to Xbox tournament information or to sign up, call 652-6271. 652-4864. JBSA-Lackland Arnold Hall holds a free Call of Duty Black Ops II Xbox tournament May 3 from 6-8:30 p.m. A practice session Clubs begins at 5 p.m. Prizes and refreshments will be provided. The event is open to customers 16 and older. Anyone under the age of 16 must Gateway Club renovations underway be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information, call The JBSA-Lackland Gateway Club will be closed May 1 for 671-2619. lunch and evening dining due to renovations. Normal meal service resumes May 2. For more information, call 645-7034. Idol Factor winners selected The Idol Factor finale takes place May 3 at JBSA-Randolph's Parr Club offers special meal on the deck Parr Club at 6 p.m. All DOD ID cardholders are invited to support The JBSA-Randolph Parr Club is featuring beer brats for $7 their favorite contestant. Idol Factor is sponsored by Randolph- or grilled chicken breast for $6 May 2 on the deck. Nonmembers Brooks Federal Credit Union, Broadway Bank and Silver Eagle pay $2 more. The dinner includes a fresh salad bar, vegetables Distributors. For more information, call 267-7358. and desserts. The bar is open from 4:30-9 p.m. and the meal is available 5-7 p.m. Entertainment is provided by Texas Tide. For Start the day with a hearty complimentary breakfast more information, call 652-4864. A free pancake breakfast takes place at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston MacArthur Parade Field May 14, 6:30-9:30 a.m. This is open to all Club members honored with special dinner DOD ID cardholders For more information, call 221-1718. The JBSA-Lackland Gateway Club hosts a members’ appreciation dinner May 2 from 5-8 p.m. Patrons will dine on a Shoppers find bargains at flea market buffet dinner with beef, chicken and fish entrees. The price is $10.50 A flea market takes place May 18, 8 a.m.-noon, at the JBSA- per member or $12.50 per nonmember. For more information, call Lackland Warhawk Fitness Center parking lot. Patrons may purchase 645-7034. The Harlequin Dinner Theatre presents: vendor spots for $10 each. Rental tables are available for $5 each. For more information, call 671-3191. Lonestar Lounge hosts Cinco de Mayo party Last Of The The JBSA-Lackland Gateway Club hosts a Cinco de Mayo Discover the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston community party in the Lonestar Lounge May 3 from 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Live The next Community Extravaganza is slated for May 28, entertainment by The Show Band is featured along with music Reservations: (210) 222-9694 9:30-11 a.m., at the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Community Center. played by a disc jockey. For more information, call 645-7034. All DOD ID cardholders are welcome to visit with representatives Parr Club hosts first ever shrimp boil from post agencies and local businesses to learn more about JBSA- Air Force Clubs help with education costs The JBSA-Randolph Parr Club hosts the first all-you-can-eat Fort Sam Houston and the San Antonio area. For more information, The Air Force Services Agency's annual Air Force Club shrimp boil May 30, 5-8 p.m., at the deck. The price for this event is call 221-2418. Membership Scholarship Program kicks off May 1. Twenty-five $20 per person for club members or $23 per person for nonmembers. $1,000 scholarships and a high performance Dell laptop computer Customers may make reservations starting May 15. Coupons will Piano lessons available for all ages will be awarded to the top 25 winning essays. This is a great reward not be accepted. To make a reservation, call 652-4864. The JBSA-Lackland Arnold Hall Community Center holds for club members and to help with the cost of higher education. private piano lessons Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-7 Application forms may be picked up at any JBSA club or obtained Rock-n-Soul band rocks the club p.m. The fee is $20 per half-hour lesson. To sign up, call 671-2619. from http://www.afclubs.net. This program is sponsored by Dell. The JBSA-Randolph Kendrick Club is hosting Rock-n-Soul, a band that performs a variety of rhythm and blues, jazz and light Fitness and Sports Clubs to hold Mother’s Day buffet rock classics, May 31 from 6:30-10:30 p.m. This event is free to The JBSA-Lackland Gateway Club hosts a Mother’s Day all DOD ID cardholders. For more information, call 652-3056. JBSA-Lackland hosts team tug of war contest buffet May 12 from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Entertainment is provided JBSA-Lackland Gillum Fitness Center holds a team tug of war Fold

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contest May 9 at 7:30 a.m. There is no limit to the number of Houston Medical Education Training Campus. The run is open to participants per team, but each team must have at least one female all patrons and begins at 7 a.m. For more information, call 808-5708. member. Total team weight must not exceed 1,400 pounds. To sign LACKLAND PERFORMING ARTS GROUP PRESENTS up, call 977-2354 by May 10. Learn how to train for a marathon Patrons are invited to a seminar on marathon training May 28 at Fitness center hosts mini biathlon noon, at the JBSA-Randolph Health and Wellness Center. Attendees QUIT The JBSA-Randolph Warriors Biathlon takes place May 11, 7:30 will receive great tips and suggestions on how to properly train for

a.m., at JBSA-Randolph’s Eberle Park. The biathlon starts with a a marathon. For more information, call 652-6271. CENTER 10-mile bike ride followed by a 5K run. This is a family event TRIPPIN’ CENTER

and children can bike a 5K and run/walk one mile. The event is Patrons compete in Dead Man Circuit Challenge

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ARNOLD HALL HALL ARNOLD sponsored by Randolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union, Randolph The JBSA-Lackland Gateway Fitness Center hosts the Dead HALL ARNOLD Family Housing and Gatorade. For more information, call 652- Man Circuit Challenge during May Fitness Month. Patrons will try

6271. to complete four rounds of four exercises in the fastest time possible. THE IT’S Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female competitors. For ‘80s Athletes get tested in new competition more information, call 671-2565. DOD ID cardholders are invited to enter the lottery for MARCHMAY 10, 1,11, 2, 17, 8, 18 9 participation in the first Strong Man/Woman Competition May 18, 7 Get fit with Zumba® (DOORS AT 6:30) WRITTEN7 PM BY CHERYL SCRUGGS a.m., at the fitness center on the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Medical The JBSA-Lackland Warhawk Fitness Center holds Zumba® TICKETS Education Training Campus. Contestants will begin the event by classes Monday-Thursday, 4:15-5:15 p.m. The fee is $2 per session. $10 TECH STUDENTS competing in the Armed Forces Day 5K, followed by the strength For more information, call 671-2016. $20 PER PERSON $5 CHILDREN UNDER 12 aspect of the competition which includes a car drag, dumbbell hold, $15 SENIORS 65+ keg carry, tire flip and ammo carry. Awards will be given to the Golf LIGHT HORS D’OEUVRES INCLUDED WITH TICKET • CASH BAR first, second and third place winners in both the male and female categories. The event is limited to 20 contestants in each category. JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Golf Club hosts monthly scramble DRESS IN YOUR BEST ‘80S OUTFIT Those interested in participating need to enter the lottery by May The monthly Wounded Warrior Four-Person Golf Tournament & WIN PRIZES!

CALL 671-2619/2352 FOR MORELACKLANDFSS.COM INFORMATIONO—LACKLAND 1. Fitness staff will contact the players, whose names have been takes place May 3, 12:30 p.m., at the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Golf JOINT BASE SAN ANTONI drawn May 3. For more information, call 808-5709. Club at 1050 Harry Wurzbach Road. The tournament costs $35 for nonmembers and $25 for members. The fee includes 18-holes of Honor military heroes at the Armed Forces 5K golf, dinner and an entry to win prizes at the pro shop. For more In honor of Armed Forces day, there will be a 5K fun run/walk information, call 222-9386. May 18 beginning at the fitness center on the JBSA-Fort Sam Information, Tickets and Travel Golfers try latest equipment Golfers are invited to visit the JBSA-Lackland Gateway Hills Information, Ticket and Travel offers new casino trip Golf Course to try the latest golf equipment May 18, 10 a.m.-2 JBSA-Lackland ITT offers a new casino trip to Shreveport, p.m. For more information, call 671-3466. La., May 11-12. Patrons will be able to enjoy play at two casinos, Harrah’s and Diamond Jack’s. The trip includes round-trip motor Gateway Hills hosts Hot Deal Wednesdays coach transportation, hotel accommodations and a $5 voucher for JBSA-Lackland Gateway Hills Golf Course features Hot Deal casino play. The cost is $89 per person for double occupancy. For Wednesdays during May. A golfer can play for $25, which includes more information, call 671-3133. the green fee, cart rental, a hot dog and draft beer or soda. For more information, call 671-3466. Have fun at the Grand Casino JBSA-Randolph ITT hosts trips to the Grand Casino Coushatta in Youth sign up for junior golf league Kinder, La., July 16-17, Sept. 17-18 and Nov. 12-13. The trip includes JBSA golf courses are starting a summer Professional Golf round-trip motor coach transportation, hotel accommodations and Association Coed Junior Golf League for youth ages 9-13 (must a voucher for $23 from the casino. The cost for this trip is $60 for SCRAMBLE not turn 14 before Aug. 1). The cost for joining this league is $50 double occupancy or $120 for single occupancy. No reservations, Saturday, May 25 - Round 1 Gateway Hills, 1800 Dimsted Place and includes range balls, end-of-season BBQ, team jerseys, golf cancellations or changes will be made within two weeks of the trip. JBSA-Lackland TX, 78236 balls, PGA bag tags, a weekly practice session and a weekly match. The bus departs at 7:30 a.m. and returns around 9:30 p.m. the next (210) 671-2517 Practice will start the first week of June and four to six team events day. For more information, call 652-5142, option two. MODIFIED ALTERNATE SHOT will be played between June 1 and July 14. Interested youth can Sunday, May 26 - Round 2 sign up to participate on a team at any of the JBSA golf courses. ITT sells football tickets Salado-Del Rio Course (JBSA-Fort Sam Houston) For JBSA-Lackland, Gateway Hills Golf course, contact Brandon JBSA-Lackland ITT has discount tickets for Talons football 1050 Harry Wurzbach, San Antonio TX, 78209 (210) 222-9386 Ellis at 671-2517. For JBSA-JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, Salado-Del games. Tickets are available for $11 and $22. For more information, Rio Golf Course, contact Joseph Mendez at 222-9386. For JBSA- call 671-3133. BEST BALL Randolph, Randolph Oaks Golf Course, contact Troy Gann at 652- Monday, May 27 - Round 3 4653. Make the most of summer with discount tickets Randolph Oaks, Building 1300 JBSA-Randolph TX, 78148 The MWR Ticket Office in the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston (210) 652-4653 No federal endorsement of sponsor(s) intended. Community Center, building 1395, sells discount tickets for Schlitterbahn Waterparks, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, SeaWorld, PAGE 14 TALESPINNER April 26, 2013

including the all-new waterpark, Aquatica and Universal Studios Summer reservations available at Canyon Lake Youth register for summer camps Orlando. For more information, call 808-1378. The JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake has lodging facilities JBSA-Randolph Youth Programs has lots of summer programs, to fit every budget and desire. Lodging ranges from sleeping a clubs, camps, classes and special events for both pre-teens and teens. Library family of four in one of the bungalows, to hosting a large family Registration begins May 13. For more information, call 652-3298. of eight in one of the cottages. They also have several pet friendly Preschoolers entertained at story time facilities that are available upon request. For more information or Gear up for youth football and cheerleading Stories, crafts and songs are all part of the weekly story time at to make a reservation, call 800-280-3466. JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Child, Youth and School Age Services the Keith A. Campbell Memorial Library, building 1222, on JBSA- will offer youth football and cheerleading. Registration is at Parent Fort Sam Houston each Thursday, 10 a.m. The next story times are Patrons learn rules of boating Central beginning May 15. Practice begins July 22. All youth May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Call 221-4702, for more information. Guests are required to have the boater safety course to operate participating will need a current sports physical. Volunteer coaches any boats from the marina at JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake. are still needed. For registration details, call Parent Central at 221- Power up with Gaming Day Customers can complete this course at Guest Reception at the lake 4871. For information about the program, call 221-5519. The Keith A. Campbell Memorial Library, building 1222, on for only $2 per person. For more information, call 800-280-3466. JBSA-Fort Sam Houston hosts its monthly Gaming Day May 5, Youth get experience and earn money towards college 2:30-5:30 p.m. Gamers can choose from Xbox, Wii and PS3 and Sportsman Range open for target practice The Youth Employment Skills program is open to active-duty classic board games like chess and checkers. For more information, The JBSA-Camp Bullis Sportsman Range is open Saturday- Air Force dependents in 9th–12th grades. Registered teens can bank call 221-4702. Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The range offers DOD ID cardholders a $4 per volunteer hour (up to $1,000) by volunteering through the place to shoot their personal pistols, rifles and shotguns. Firearms Air Force Aid Society sponsored program. Teens must register at Youth have fun with Mother’s Day crafts must be registered at JBSA-Camp Bullis. The range may close JBSA-Randolph Youth Programs building 585 by May 17. For more The JBSA-Lackland Library invites youth to visit the free unexpectedly due to weather or troop use. Range users should information, call 652-3298. Mother’s Day craft table May 12, 1-6 p.m., to make their own call before coming out for target practice. For more information, Mother’s Day card. The cards can be assembled in the library or call 295-7577. Youth stay fit by running taken home for completion. For more information, call 671-3610. The American’s Kid Run takes place May 18, 9 a.m., at JBSA- Catfish Pond is open for the fishing season Randolph’s Heritage Park. Children 5 and 6 years old will run a Libraries unveil summer reading program The JBSA-Camp Bullis Catfish Pond is open Saturday-Sunday, half-mile, 7 and 8 year-olds will run one mile and 9 to 13 year-old The JBSA-Lackland Library will start registration May 20 for noon-6 p.m. No license is required. The Catfish Pond operates on children and parents will run two miles. Youth can register between the Have Book Will Travel summer reading program. The program a “you caught it, you bought it” basis. The cost is $3 per pound. May 1-17 by going to http://www.americaskidsrun.org, selecting the begins June 11 and will include two weekly events, Tuesdays and Bait for the fishing and soda for the fishermen is available for Registration Button and Randolph from the drop down. Youth can Wednesdays, from 10-11 a.m. For more information, call 671-3610. purchase. No alcohol is allowed and fishermen are asked to watch also register on the day of the event from 8:30-9 a.m. This is a free The Have Book Will Travel summer reading program kicks off their children. Payment by cash or check is accepted. For more event. For more information, call 652-3298. May 22 at the JBSA-Randolph Library and runs for eight weeks. information, call 295-7577. Prizes will be handed out each week beginning May 29 and ending HIRED! apprenticeships available for teens July 27. Drop by the library to register for the program or register Youth Programs Registration is open for the HIRED! Summer Term, which runs online at www.JBSA-libraries.org. The summer reading program is June 10-August 31. HIRED! offers youth, ages 15-18, opportunities sponsored by Randolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union. For contest Mothers and daughters enjoy high tea to work at the 502nd Force Support Squadron facilities on JBSA- rules, materials and deadlines contact the library at 652-2617. Mothers and daughters, ages 5 and older, are invited to JBSA- Fort Sam Houston. Registration forms are available at JBSA-Fort Randolph Youth Programs May 4, noon-2 p.m., to have tea. Along Sam Houston's Parent Central, the Youth Center and Middle School Outdoor Recreation with tea, samples of English hors d’oeuvres will also be provided. Teen Center. The apprenticeship application deadline is May 1. For The cost for this event is $5 per mother/daughter. To make a more information, call 221-3386. Sellers and buyers gear up for flea market/yard sale reservation, call 652-2088 by May 1. The JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Post-Wide Flea Market and Yard Sale is May 4, 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Patrons living on post may sell their Youth show off their best skills in “Talent Showcase” personally owned household items from their living quarters and Child, Youth and School Services at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston patrons that don't live on post may sell at the MacArthur Parade proudly present their “Talent Showcase” May 4, 6-7:30 p.m. The Field parking lot. Space and equipment rentals are first come, first show will be held at the Warfighter & Family Readiness Center, serve. For more information, call 221-5224. building 2797. For more information, call 221-3381.

Pool opens for summer fun Youth head for the basketball court The JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Aquatic Center will open for the JBSA-Lackland registration for youth basketball is open May season May 25. The pool will be open daily from noon-8 p.m. and 7-23. The program is for children ages 5-17 years old and the fee is located at building 3300 Williams Road. For more information, is $45 per child. For more information, call 671-2388. call 221-4887. Parents get a night off Patrons go for the best shot JBSA-Lackland Youth Programs and the JBSA-Lackland Child Practice your aim at the JBSA-Camp Bullis monthly 3D archery Development Center hold Give Parents a Break/Parents’ Night Out shoot May 25-26. Registration will take place on the day of the May 10 from 7-11 p.m. Care is provided for children ages 6 weeks event from 8-10 a.m. Awards are given to the top three competitors to 12 years old. Pre-registration is required. The fee is $15. Fees may in each class: Open, Release, Fingers, Recurve and Longbow. The be waived with a Give Parents a Break referral. To sign up, call the cost is $15 for competitive and $10 for non-competitive contestants. JBSA-Lackland Youth Center at 671-2388 or the JBSA-Lackland This event is open all DOD ID cardholders. For more information, CDC at 671-1052 by May 8. call 295-7577. April 26, 2013 TALESPINNER PAGE 15

Photo by Carlos Ramirez Airman First Class Devin Tillman (right) receives congratulations from his brother, William Tillman, and his girlfriend, Aubree Larson, after Air Force Basic Military Training graduation April 19 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Tillman’s family and friends traveled from Georgia to attend BMT graduation ceremonies.

TAKING FLIGHT from Page 10 Her first flight was all female so the instructor made The instructors emphasized throughout training some minor adjustments in teaching methods for the importance of reaching maximum performance was excellent. She made sure we had discipline the all-male flight. levels, not just the minimum. It falls right in line and that we reflected everything the Air Force was “The biggest difference is physical,” Swift said. with the Air Force core values instructors accentu- about. “(Because of that, in some ways) you can’t train a ate in BMT. “She was a perfectionist. She wanted it done right male flight the same way as a female flight. Every “We stressed to them excellence is not just meet- and we got it done for her,” the honor graduate flight is going to be different in the way you lead ing the standards, it’s exceeding those standards,” said. “We tried our best to get where she wanted them because you’re dealing with different person- said Swift. “They were a good flight, very motivating us to be and I think we’re there.” alities and behaviors.” for me and I’m very proud of them.” Swift was pleased with the flight’s development “For example, with this flight I did more drill Tillman said his memories about BMT won’t be from arrival to graduation, particularly when it repetition and breaking it down step-by-step,” she lost when he looks back at his training experience came to drill. said. in the future. “They have exceeded my expectations,” said Swift. In the end, the extra time devoted to drill paid “I’ll always remember my flight,” said Tillman. “When they first arrived, marching was a challenge; off during parade. The Airmen will also reap those “We had no idea who we were at the beginning; now now they’re very confident in their marching.” attention-to-detail benefits as they enter the opera- we’re best friends. And I won’t have any trouble Flight 287 was Swift’s second as a team chief. tional Air Force after technical training school. remembering who my MTI was either.” PAGE 16 TALESPINNER April 26, 2013

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The Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center parking garage is scheduled to open next week. Subsequently, WHASC patient parking Lot C and two adjacent overﬂ ow lots will be closed. Traffi c will also be disrupted on Wilford Hall Loop beginning next week to accommodate utility work for the new Ambulatory Care Center. Patient drop off and Camp Bramble access will be maintained. For additional information contact 292-6543. April 26, 2013 TALESPINNER community PAGE 17

an assessment of the child’s dental part in a MRI brain study sponsored Volunteer Services at 292-6591 or Eligible patients should obtain LOCAL Br i e f s condition, and appropriate treatment by the Air Force Surgeon General’s email [email protected]. a written consultation from their recommendations or alternatives. offi ce. referring dentist and bring it to the WEdnESday Parents should bring a copy of Applicants need to be active-duty l o g i s t i c s r e a d i n e s s c o n t a c t information dental clinic during normal duty r e t i r e d e n l i s t e d association m e e t i n g the child’s treatment plan or referral personnel, ages 26 to 50, with a The 802nd Logistics Readi- hours, or fax it to 292-6431. Patients Retired Enlisted Association letter from their private dentist. doctorate-level education. The study ness Squadron Customer Service will be selected based on the needs Chapter 80 meetings are held at the For additional information, call will provide a normative baseline al- is the primary focal point for all of the endodontic training program. Gateway Club every fourth Wednes- 210-671-9836. lowing comparison to high-resolution supply-related questions, concerns, For additional information, call day of the month at 1 p.m. MRI abnormalities already detected complaints, Zero Overpricing Pro- 292-7831/3974. For additional information, call May 18 in Air Force pilots. gram and Defense Reutilization and 658-2344. p a r k i n g l o t f l e a m a r k e t For additional information, call Marketing Offi ce transactions. d e n t a l p r o g r a m s e e k s p a t i e n t s A ﬂ ea market in the Warhawk 292-0476. For additional information, call Dunn Dental Clinic is screening tHurSday Fitness Center parking lot is from 8 customer service at 671-2575/ patients for dental care limited to s a f e t a l k t r a i n i n g c l a s s a.m. to noon. m a d h a t t e r s v o l u n t e e r s 3611/3801, 925-1490/1049/1048 surgical treatment of gum diseases A SafeTALK training class is Vendor spots are $10 or $15 with The Mad Hatters, a group of male or email 802lrs.customerservice@ and defects. Thursday, 8-11 a.m., at Freedom table. and female volunteers, use their lackland.af.mil. All eligible Department of Defense Chapel. The class teaches Airmen to Call the Skylark Community needle skills to make hats for recov- benefi ciary categories will be recognize suicide warning signs. Center at 671-3191 to register or for ering cancer patients dealing with r e s i d e n c y p r o g r a m s e e k s p a t i e n t s screened for potential treatment as Pre-registration is required. To more information. hair loss from therapy in support of The Wilford Hall Ambulatory Sur- teaching cases, including depen- register, call 671-4208 or email the military community. gical Center Endodontic Residency dents of active-duty members and [email protected]. InforMatIonal The group not only makes adult Program, Air Force Postgraduate retirees. a i r f o r c e a s s i s t a n c e f u n d hats but has expanded to pediatric Dental School Department of Endo- Patients who have been informed May 14 The Air Force Assistance Fund patients. The Mad Hatters also dontics is offering free treatment by a general dentist that they require d r o p -in d e n t a l s c r e e n i n g s drive at Joint Base San Antonio- make bonnets, mittens and bunting for patients who require root canal extensive periodontal therapy, such Drop-in dental screenings are Lackland ends May 3. along with lap afghan blankets for therapy. as advanced gum treatment or gum offered to children of active-duty For campaign information or to wounded warriors. The service is available to mili- surgery, are eligible for evaluation. members and retirees by the JBSA- make a donation, contact 1st Lt. The Mad Hatters meet every sec- tary retirees, their immediate family Routine dental cleanings are not Lackland Pediatric Dental Depart- Ryan Nichols at 925-5721 or a Unit ond Tuesday of the month, 9:30 a.m. members and family members of accepted. ment at the Dunn Dental Clinic, Project Offi cer. to 1:30 p.m., at Freedom Chapel. active duty service members. To schedule an evaluation 8-10:30 a.m., May 14. No appoint- Persons interested in joining the Patients must have been appointment, call 671-9364 or ment is necessary. m r i b r a i n s t u d y group can call Patti Bouchard at diagnosed recently with an endo- have your dentist email the perio- Children under 13 years of age Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgery 673-5185, the Wilford Hall Am- dontic condition requiring root canal dontics department at aegdperio@ will receive a dental screening exam, Center needs volunteers to take bulatory Surgical Center Offi ce of therapy. gmail.com.

CHAPEL SERVICES JBSA-LACKLAND PROTESTANT ROMAN CATHOLIC Sunday KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES Freedom Chapel -Building 1528 Freedom Chapel -Building 1528 Religious Education 12:30 p.m. Sunday Sunday ISLAMIC Air Force Aid Society 671-3722 Contemporary Service 9:30 a.m. Religious Education 9 a.m. Global Ministry Center -Building 7452 Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722 Religious Education 11 a.m. Mass 11 a.m. Friday Airman’s Attic 671-1780 Gospel Service 12:30 p.m. Monday – Friday Jummah Prayer 1:15 p.m. American Red Cross 844-4225 Wednesday Daily Mass 11:30 a.m. Sunday AWANA 6 p.m. Religious Education 9 a.m. Base Post Offi ce 671-1058 Hope Chapel -Building 10338 Bowling Center 671-2271 Hope Chapel -Building 10338 Saturday BMT Reception Center –Building 7246 Sunday Reconciliation 4:30 p.m. Sunday DEERS 800-538-9552 Contemporary Service 11 a.m. Mass 5:30 p.m. Buddhist 10 a.m. Exceptional Family Member Program 671-3722 Spanish Service 12:30 p.m. ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN Gateway Chapel -Building 6300 Family Child Care 671-3376 Airmen Memorial Chapel -Building 5432 Airmen Memorial Chapel -Building 5432 First, third and ﬁ fth Saturdays Legal Offi ce 671-3362 Sunday Sunday Eckankar 12:30 p.m. Library 671-3610 Liturgical Service 8 a.m. Religious Education 8 a.m. First, third and ﬁ fth Saturdays Baha’i 11 a.m. Medical Appointment Line 916-9900 DENOMINATIONAL WICCA MPF ID Cards 671-6006 BMT Reception Center –Building 7246 BMT Reception Center –Building 7246 OTHER FAITH GROUPS Sunday Sunday Outdoor Recreation 925-5532 Church of Christ 7:30 a.m. Military Open Circle 12:30 p.m. THE CHURCH OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS TRICARE Info 800-444-5445 Gateway Chapel -Building 6300 Freedom Chapel –Building 1528 Hope Chapel -Building 10338 Thrift Shop 671-3608 Saturday 1st Tuesday Tuesday Seventh-day Adventist 12:30 p.m. Military Open Circle 6 p.m. Religious Education 6:30 p.m. Enlisted Spouses’ Club http://www.lacklandesc.org Education Classroom -Building 5200 JEWISH Thursday Force Support Squadron http://www.lacklandfss.com Rm. 108 Airmen Memorial Chapel -Building 5432 LDS Institute 6:30 p.m. Lackland ISD http://www.lacklandisd.net Sunday Friday Sunday Christian Science 7:30 a.m. Sabbath & Kiddush 4 p.m. LDS Service 8 a.m. Offi cers’ Spouses’ Club http://www.lacklandosc.org JBSA Public website http://www.jbsa.af.mil For more details, contact Freedom Chapel - 671-4208 • Gateway Chapel - 671-2911 • Hope Chapel - 671-2941 My Air Force Life http://www.MyAirForceLife.com PAGE 18 TALESPINNER April 26, 2013

WHAT'S Family Support Events All classes, seminars, meetings and events are held at the Airman and Monthly Family Readiness Center, BUILDING 1249, unless noted below. HAPPENING Call AFRC at 671-3722 for additional information. Meetings e n l i s t e d s p o u s e s ’ c l u b Friday Tuesday May 3 officer available by appointment only, The Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ XX Transition Assistance Program, 7:45 XX American Veterans national service XX How to Start a Small Business, 1-4 8 a.m. to noon. To make an appoint- Club meets every third Tuesday of a.m. to 4 p.m. officer available by appointment, 8 a.m. p.m. ment, call 773-354-6131. the month at the Balfour Beatty XX Air Force Basic Military Training to noon. Call 773-354-6131. XX Air Force Basic Military Training XX Transition Assistance Program, 7:45 Community Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m. spouse and parents’ seminar, BMT XX Pre-separation briefing, mandatory spouse and parents’ seminar, BMT a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit Reception Center, Building 7246, noon. for all members retiring, pre-registra- Reception Center, Building 7246, noon. XX Exceptional Family Members http://www.lacklandesc.org. Call 800-973-7630 or 671-4057 for ad- tion required, 9 a.m. to noon. Call 800-973-7630 or 671-4057. Program, Challenging Behaviors, noon ditional information on the BMT spouse XX Disabled Transition Assistance to 1:30 p.m. o f f i c e r s ’ s p o u s e s ’ c l u b and parents’ seminar. Program, 11:30 a.m. to noon. May 6 The Lackland Officers’ Spouses’ XX Five-day Transition Assistance May 8 Club meets monthly. For dates and Monday Wednesday Program, mandatory pre-separation XX Transition Assistance Program, 7:45 times, or more information, visit XX Interview With Confidence, 10 a.m. XX Awana Club meeting, Freedom briefing and Form 2648 are required a.m. to 4 p.m. http://www.lacklandosc.org. to noon. Chapel, 6-8 p.m. Call 671-4208. prerequisites, 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. XX Understanding the Veterans XX Family readiness briefing, manda- XX Family readiness briefing, manda- Administration claims process, 10 a.m. military c o u n c i l o f c a t h o l i c w o m e n tory for personnel deploying longer than Thursday tory for personnel deploying longer than to noon. The Military Council of Catholic 30 days or going on remote assign- XX Pre-separation briefing, mandatory 30 days or going on remote assign- XX Awana Club meeting, Freedom Women meets the first Friday of ments, 10:30-11 a.m. for all members separating voluntarily, ments, 10:30-11 a.m. Chapel, 6-8 p.m. Call 671-4208. the month, 9:30 a.m., at Freedom XX The Federal Employment process, pre-registration required, 9 a.m. to XX Post deployment briefing, required Chapel. For additional information, taught by Office of Personnel Manage- noon. for all Airmen returning from deploy- May 9 call 671-4208. ment, 1-4 p.m. XX Disabled Transition Assistance ment, 802nd Logistics Readiness XX Transition Assistance Program, 7:45 XX Post deployment briefing, required Program, 11:30 a.m. to noon. Squadron IDRC briefing room, Building a.m. to 4 p.m. for all Airmen returning from deploy- XX Air Force Basic Military Training 5160, 2:30-3 p.m. XX Air Force Basic Military Training On the web ment, 802nd Logistics Readiness spouse and parents’ seminar, BMT spouse and parents’ seminar, BMT http://www. Squadron IDRC briefing room, Building Reception Center, Building 7246, 1 p.m. May 7 Reception Center, Building 7246, 1 p.m. 5160, 2:30-3 p.m. Call 800-973-7630 or 671-4057. XX American Veterans national service Call 800-973-7630 or 671-4057. lacklandfss.com April 26, 2013 TALESPINNER sports PAGE 19

Photos by Robbin Cresswell Designated Hitter Michael Richardson and pitcher Brett Cannon have helped the 802nd Force Support Squadron start 3-0 in American League play this season. Both are returning players from the squadron's previous Joint Base San Antonio softball championship teams. The 802nd FSS powers its way to 3-0 mark By Jose T. Garza III out here and not get to play,” Can- outfielder Daniel Ayon, shortstop Dan they don’t hit. JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs non said. “In the previous years, some Miller, and first baseman Gilbert Cor- Cannon praised the team’s defense guys would not get to play. That is not nejo in the second inning. amid its high scoring production. Pitcher Brett Cannon has been a what this (intramural sports program) Cannon allowed zero hits and only “We have enough outfielders to part of 802nd Force Support Squad- is about. It is about building team one walk in the second and third in- where we can handle our defense. ron softball teams that have won spirit and having camaraderie.” ning after 802nd CONS produced four Our lineup is pretty good,” Cannon Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland and The 802nd FSS seemed to be having early runs in the first. Relief pitcher said. JBSA-wide intramural softball cham- a blast on the field, handing 802nd Michael Richardson gave up two hits While power has led FSS to two pionships. Contracting Squadron a lopsided 19-6 and two runs in the fourth. JBSA softball championships, this One thing he has not forgotten dur- loss in an American League matchup Cannon attributes the undefeated year’s team speed and knack for ing his tenure on the team is that in- to improve to 3-0. start to the team having a nice mix getting on base has set them apart tramural softball is supposed to pri- The reigning JBSAS intramural of players who play varsity softball from the squadron’s previous softball marily be fun. softball champions powered in seven and have been on the All-Air Force teams. “It’s cool to win championships, runs after 10 hits in the first inning. softball team. “The guys that we have now take but I would rather everyone play and The FSS brought in an extra 12 If the FSS loses at some point dur- two extra bases so it’s good and how have fun than waste their time coming runs behind base hits from Cannon, ing the season, he said it is because we can compete,” Cannon said. PAGE 20 TALESPINNER April 26, 2013 3-on-3 basketball tournament supports AFAF

By Jose T. Garza III retirees, reservists, guardsmens and their depen- JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs dents in need. Sanford’s goal is to have 15 to 20 teams partici- There are countless ways to support a good pate in the tournament, although he will welcome cause, but Capt. Randy Sanford, 59th Medical more entries. Wing, chose an activity that aids his fellow Air- Deadline to register is the day of the tourna- men. ment. Sanford is spearheading a single-elimination “People should participate in this tournament 3-on-3 basketball tournament May 3 at the Medina for many reasons,” Sanford said. “It is for a great Fitness Center from 6 to 9 p.m. in support of the cause. The AFAF embodies the wingman concept, Air Force Assistance Fund. Cost is $10 per par- and it is imperative that as an Air Force family ticipant or $30 per team. Prizes will be awarded we help support and provide resources aimed at to the winning team. helping all airmen. It’s also good exercise.” The AFAF raises funds for the charitable affi li- To register or for more information, contact ates that provide support to Air Force active duty, Sanford at 292-6606. “It is also good exercise.” Contact Sanford at 292-6606 for details. UP C O M i N G sP O r T s Br i e f s Antonio-Lackland Youth Programs, a current copy of a sports closest to the pin. Sign-in registration starts at 7 a.m. with physical must be presented. Starting in May, the JBSA-Lackland a shotgun start of 8 a.m. Contact Tech Sgt. John Rose at Clinic is reserving the second and fourth Thursday of the month 977-3507 or Lt. Jonathan Hogan at 977-3771 for additional for physicals. Contact the clinic at 916-9900 for more details. information.

5k m e m o r i a l r u n /w a l k a p a h a m o n t h 5k The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Youth Center needs The 341st Training Squadron hosts a 5K Memorial Run/Walk The Asian/Pacifi c American Hertiage Association hosts a 5K volunteers to assist with this year's America Kids Run May 18. at the 5K Trail at Stapleton Park on Security Hill Friday at 3 at Stapleton Park on Security Hill May 15. Contact Master Sgt. Volunteers report to the Youth Center at 7 a.m. Duties consist of p.m. Please wear physical training gear. Contact Tech Sgt. Tia Regina Scott at 671-5894 for additional information. setting up for the event, staffi ng at different points at Jordan at 671-5896 for details. registration area, T-shirt, prize, and water stations, and i n d o o r c y c l i n g c l a s s e s helping with tear down. Contact Ruben Rodriguez at 671-2388 c y b e r o u t l a w s g o l f t o u r n a m e n t Indoor cycling classes are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 for details. The Gateway Hills Golf Course hosts the Cyber Outlaws Golf p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays at 8:30 a.m. in the Warhawk Tournament May 3. The tournament costs $40 per person and Fitness Center. yo u t h sp o r t s ph y s i c a l s teams must have at least four people representing. The classes are designed for all fi tness levels. Cost is $2 per In order to register for sports activities at Joint Base San Prizes are awarded to top foursome, longest drive and class. Call 338-2837 or email [email protected].

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO COMMANDER ’S ACTION LINE The Action Line is your avenue for ad- Your contact information allows us to obtain tion Line at 292-4567, or email your request dressing issues you’ve been unable to resolve more information, if needed, to help resolve to [email protected]. through your chain of command or an appro- your issue. For issues related to basic training or techni- priate agency. To submit an Action Line comment, email cal training, email the 37th Training Wing at It also allows you to give feedback and rec- the JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs Offi ce at ac- [email protected]. ognize outstanding people and units. [email protected]. Items of interest may be printed in the Lack- If you leave your name and telephone num- For issues related to the Wilford Hall Am- land Talespinner. ber or email address, you will receive a reply. bulatory Surgical Center, call the WHASC Ac- Anonymous inquiries will not be published.