EDUCATION & TRAINING OFFICE TO PROVIDE MASS BRIEFINGS
Beginning in December, during the Unit Training Assemblies, the March Education and Training office will conduct ongoing, mass briefings for any Tuition Assistance, GI Bill and Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) inquiries. Their schedule is as follows:
CCAF briefing:
UTA Sundays from 10 to 10:30 a.m. in Bldg. 441, Rm. 12
Tuition Assistance briefing:
UTA Sundays from 1 to 1:45 p.m. in Bldg. 441, Rm. 12
GI Bill briefing:
UTA Sundays from 2 to 22:45 p.m. in Bldg. 441, Rm. 12
In-processing (technical school):
Monday – Friday from 2 – 3 p.m. in Bldg. 441, main office
For more information, contact Master Sgt. Brown at 951-655-4442.
BENEFEDS OPEN SEASON BEGAN NOVEMBER 9
The 2015 Federal Benefits Open Season (for the 2016 plan year) runs from Monday, Nov. 9, through Monday, Dec. 14. If you are enrolled in the Federal Employee Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) plan, it will automatically continue into the 2016 plan year, even if you retire. You must take action if you wish to make changes or cancel. Visit BENEFEDS.com to check the 2016 premium amounts, research plan coverage and/or make changes. For general questions, visit the Education & Support section at BENEFEDS.com.
SARC HOSTS FREE MIND BODY RESILIENCY CLASSES
Are you interested in learning more about the Mind and Body connection and how this can promote better overall health? Then come join the interactive and informational series of one-hour classes based on the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine’s Resilient Warrior. Classes are scheduled on the A and B Unit Training Assemblies through September 2016. Topics for the six-part series include
– Stress Reactions and Relaxation Response
– Getting Good Sleep
– Mindfulness and a Positive State of Mind
– Yin and Yang of Resiliency
– Yoga & Journaling
– Social Connections & Communication
Time and Location:
UTA Sundays, 11 a.m. – noon
Bldg. 470, room 205
Contact frank.pavone@us.af.mil or 655-4551 for more information. No reservation required.
REGISTER FOR YELLOW RIBBON EVENTS
Upcoming dates for Yellow Ribbon events are Dec. 18-20; Jan. 29-31; Feb 19-21; and Mar 18-20. The December Yellow Ribbon is now open for registration for eligible members. For more formation, contact 1st Lt. Shelley Lawrence, your 452nd Air Mobility Wing Yellow Ribbon representative, for details at 951-655-4615.
MANDATORY FLU VACCINATIONS
The 452 AMW Flu Vaccination Campaign has begun, and will continue through the December’s UTAs. The Flu vaccination is mandatory for all Airmen unless exempted by medical staff. Airmen not current with their Flu vaccination after the December UTAs will potentially be placed in a no-point, no-pay status.
Please remind your fellow Airmen to attend our mass immunization site at Bldg. 355 (2355 Graeber St.) during the November UTA.
Mass immunization will be Saturday, Nov. 21, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
A mobile vaccination site will be at the Wing Commander’s Call on Sunday, Nov. 22.
Starting in December, all Flu vaccinations will be given at the base clinic.
All Airmen, Unit Health Monitors and leaders are asked to get their annual Flu vaccination at the earliest convenience, and to encourage others to do the same. Help make this year’s Flu Campaign a success. There is no vaccine available for civilians at this time. For questions or concerns, email Maj. David Haupt at david.haupt.7@us.af.mil.
MARCH EQUAL OPPORTUNITY SEEKS COUNSELORS
The March EO office is looking for ARTs/civilians interested in training to serve as Collateral Equal Opportunity counselors. This is an additional duty appointment. The Collateral EO counselors serve as a bridge between civilian employees and management for informal complaints concerning discrimination. Applicants should be at ease with oral and written communication to all pay grades, and have the ability to remain neutral while performing his or her duties. The additional duty will not exceed 20 percent of the counselor’s primary job duties. Applicants range from GS-05 to GS-12 or equivalent. Primary supervisor concurrence required. Training is required, date/time to be determined. If interested, contact Ms Paula Greenhaw, paula.greenhaw@us.af.mil, Maj. Nixomar Santiago, nixomar.santiago@us.af.mil.
MARCH TICKETS & TOURS
Upcoming Tours
Solvang at Christmas
December 5, 2015
7 a.m. – 9 p.m. approx.
$30 per person
Visit the Historic Danish Village in Santa Barbara as they celebrate the holidays with one-of-a-kind ornaments, Danish pastries, cookies and a Christmas parade. The trip home will include a stop at the Chumash Casino Resort. Register by noon on Nov 30, 2015
L.A. Garment District Shopping
December 19, 2015
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. approx.
$25 per person
This is a great opportunity to do some holiday shopping! You’ll have a chance to visit lots of great shops in both Garment & Flower Districts. Register by noon on Dec 14, 2015
Las Vegas Turnaround
January 15, 2016
6 a.m. – 3 p.m. approx.
$25 per person
Ages 21+
Register by noon on Jan 12, 2016
Whale Watching
January 22, 2016
7 a.m. – 7 p.m. approx.
$45 per person
Join us for Whale Watching in San Diego with a stop at Horton Plaza and Sea Port Village for a little shopping. Cost includes ticket and transportation. Register by noon on Jan 4, 2016
Amusement Park Specials
Castle Park: $16 per person includes unlimited rides, water park access, miniature golf and the new Sky Rider.
Disney 3-Day Park Hopper military special: $130 per person (adult/child)
SeaWorld “Waves of Honor” special: Extended through November 11, 2015. Program provides a one-time, limited, free admission to SeaWorld San Diego per veteran service member and up to three guests. Visit WavesofHonor.com to register for and obtain your free admissions. Additional tickets are available for purchase from the Tickets & Tours office.
Discount Movie Tickets
Available for only $10 each and valid for Regal Cinemas, United Artists Theatres and Edwards Cinemas.
Hotel Discounts
Receive 10% off any Best Western and 15% off any Choice Hotel
Visit the Tickets & Tours page at MarchFSS.com and download the Discount Ticket Price List for a full list of discounts tickets prices, hotel discounts and special promotions. Call Tickets & Tours at 951-655-4123 for more information.
LEARN TO FLY WITH THE AERO CLUB
The March Aero Club offers flight training (flying, private license, ground school, instrument training) at very reasonable rates including a pay-as-you-go plan with zero down. Visit Hangar 355 on base or call 951-655-3875 for more information.
OUTDOOR REC EQUIPMENT RENTALS
Outdoor Recreation has a variety of equipment for rent such as camping gear, water sports equipment, bicycles, and trailers to carry it all! Special orders for Callaway, Odyssey, Cleveland, Never Compromise, Nike, Bag Boy, Sun Mountain and Staff golf equipment are also available. Download the full equipment rental price list at MarchFSS.com, call 951-655-2816 or come on by for more information.
FITNESS CENTER NEWS
The March Fitness Center has received the Wellbeats Virtual Group Fitness Kiosk. This kiosk allows members to participate in virtual fitness classes.
Daily Wellbeats Fitness Schedule is:
Mondays: 11 a.m. — REV (spin); 12 p.m. — Pilates
Tuesdays: 11 a.m. — Fit for Duty; 11:30 a.m. – Kinetics
Wednesdays: 11 a.m. — V.I.B.E./Strength Training; 12 p.m. — Core
Thursdays: 11 a.m. — REV (spin); 12 p.m. — Fit for Duty
Fridays: 10 a.m. — V.I.B.E./Zumba; 11:15 a.m. — Pilates
UTA Saturdays: (A UTA) 5 p.m. — Fit for Duty; (B UTA) 5-7 p.m. — Pick-up Basketball
Additional opportunities for fitness:
Dec. 8: 2 x 2 Holiday Volleyball Tournament begins. Tourney runs Dec. 8-9 and 15-16 beginning at 11 a.m.
Dec. 17: Intramural Volleyball meeting, 11:30 in the gym. Volleyball season begins in February.
Dec. 18: Holiday Zumbathon from 10 a.m. – noon
Mon/Wed/Fri at 11:30 a.m. – Battle ropes training
UTA weekends at 7 a.m.: Fit for Duty
Call the Fitness & Sports center at 951-655-2292 to sign up or for more information on these programs.
GRILL NIGHT AT SALLY’S ALLEY
Every Wednesday night starting at 4 p.m., Sally’s Alley is open for business with Grill Night. For more information, call them at 951-653-2121.
FAMILY DAY OBSERVED
The 452nd Communication Squadron’s Knowledge Operations Sections located in Bldg. 2313, Rooms 25 and 26 will be closed in observance of Family Day on Friday, Nov. 27. These offices will include the Knowledge Operations Manager, Mail Center, Pubs and Forms and Records Management.
