Take 20 Magazine - November/December 2017

MAGAZINE

NOV/DEC 2017

Inside This Issue:

FROSTY FEST Snow & Ice Skating at Shaw - Page 13 Holiday Trips with ITT - Page 11 The Gift That Keeps on Giving- Page 17 Breakfast with Santa at Wateree - Page 23

PARENT BREAK...

Need a break from the everyday life? Want a date night?

Have no fear, the CDC and Youth Programs are here! We will provide games and a ton of fun for your child while you take a moment for yourself.

Dates for Give Parents a Break: Nov. 3, Dec. 9, & Jan. 5

20TH FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON Commander, Major Darryl J. Hebert Jr. MAGAZINE

Deputy, Ms. Lisa K. Stevens Marketing Director, Mr. Derrick Rhems

Scan the QR Code with your smart phone to find out more information about 20th FSS and rate our service through I.C.E.

Commercial Sponsorship Coordinator, Ms. Sharry Williams Webmaster, Mr. Marc Engle Graphic Design: Ms. Liza Dwyer

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COVER STORY

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CAROLINA LAKES GOLF COURSE

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FROSTY FEST

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CAROLINA SKIES CLUB

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OUTDOOR RECREATION

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INFORMATION, TICKETS, & TRAVEL

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AIR FORCE ART CONTEST

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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SHAW FITNESS CENTERS

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DINING FACILITY

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SHAW LANES BOWLING CENTER

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AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

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WATEREE RECREATION AREA

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MCELVEEN LIBRARY

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SKEET & TRAP

Take 20 is designed to entertain and inform the Shaw Air Force Base community about 20th FSS facilities and events. All dates and times are subject to change without notice. No federal endorsements of sponsors or advertisers intended. For advertising and sponsorship options, contact 20th Force Support Squadron Marketing office at 803-895-4897. For more information on events, contact the designated facilities at the phone numbers listed on their page.

WIRELESS COVERAGE

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UP TO 19% OFF FOR ACTIVE-DUTY MILITARY *With proof of ID. Certain restrictions may apply.

The Area’s Best and Only Full-Service Provider

TRY THESE HOLIDAY SPECIALS! $1 OFF TALL CAPPUCCINO Nov. 8 - National Cappuccino Day Offer good for the first 20 club members to order at any of our Rickenbacker locations.

FREE HOT CHOCOLATE Dec. 13 - National Cocoa Day Purchase a breakfast sandwich at any of our 3 locations and get a free hot chocolate!

FSS GOT OVERRUN BY PATRONS SUNG TO THE TUNE OF “GRANDMA GOT RUN OVER BY A REINDEER” WITH APOLOGIES TO ELMO AND PATSY Marc Engle 20th FSS Marketing FSS got overrun by patrons

It’s not the same without patrons

While offering great holiday fun.

Our buildings would be gloomy

You can say there’s no such joy to relish,

And we just can’t help but wonder:

But really we know that there’s a ton!

how awesome snow filled Frosty Fest will be!?

New Year Parties at Wateree

FSS got overrun by patrons

And Bowling as you can see

While offering great holiday fun.

Both events are family friendly -

You can say there’s no such joy to relish,

details on pages twenty and twenty-three

But really we know that there’s a ton!

Golf offers up three big tourneys

Holiday shows, lights, and shopping

while the air is crisp and cool Twenty dollar All Day Mondays

COME ENJOY OUR NEW PEPPERMINT MOCHA! Full menu available at 20thfss.com

We can do all the driving

to prepare and avoid looking like a fool!

Cause ITT has their license!

FSS got overrun by patrons

Coming up in January,

While offering great holiday fun.

COFFEE BREAK...

all within day trip distance

You can say there’s no such joy to relish,

If none of this is your style, We’ll give away lots of money,

But really we know that there’s a ton!

stacks of moola during the return of SMILE!

At the Club they’ve got Purse Bingo,

FSS got overrun by patrons

Football Frenzy every week, Santa Breakfast, Dinner Theater, But saving with membership is what’s on fleek!

While offering great holiday fun.

You can say there’s no such joy to relish, But really we know that there’s a ton!

Happy Holidays Team Shaw!

400 Stuart Street Shaw AFB 29152 803-895-1399 Monday-Sunday 7 a.m. to Dusk

PLAY ALL DAY MONDAYS Mondays | 7 a.m. to Dusk Mondays are a golfer’s paradise at Carolina Lakes Golf Course! We have everything the avid golfer needs to enjoy the game for the day. With 18-holes of luscious greens,

NIGHT GOLF TOURNAMENT Nov. 3 | 6 p.m. Shotgun Start $25 Annual Greens Fee (AGF) Holders $30 for non-AGF Holders

enjoy unlimited golf, cart, and either breakfast or lunch.

This makes for a fun, yet competitive day for everyone!

Only $20 for Annual Greens Fee (AGF) Holders $35 for non-AGF Holders!

Glow in the dark night golf is a fun way to extend your game into the night. Your entry fee includes 9 holes, cart, greens fees, 1 glow ball, and prizes. Don’t forget your flashlights!

RETIREE MILITARY SPECIAL Wednesdays | 7 a.m.-Dusk Show your retiree ID card and get a $15 round of golf

TURKEY SHOOT

every Wednesday!

Nov. 18 | 11 a.m. Shotgun Start $30 for Annual Greens Fee (AGF) Holders $40 for non-AGF Holders This annual tournament features 2-person teams with a 6-6-6 format. Holes 1-6 will play Captain’s Choice. Holes 7-12 will feature Best Ball. Finally on holes 13-18, players will play Alternate Shot. Entry includes greens fees, cart rental, gift certificates for winning teams, range balls, and a TURKEY for every player! All participants must have an established USGA Handicap. Sign-up deadline is Noon, Wednesday, November 15.

EBENEZER SCROOGE OPEN Dec. 16 | 11 a.m. Shotgun Start $30 for Annual Greens Fee (AGF) Holders $40 for non-AGF Holders Come out and play Carolina Lakes with some of its most difficult pin placements and tee locations in our annual Customer Appreciation Day! Cost is $30 for members and $40 for non-members. Entry includes greens fees, cart rental, and gift certificates for winners! Register your spot before Noon, December 13!

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SAFE Branch & ATMs We’re proud to support our armed forces members and their families. To best serve your needs, we have one branch and four ATMs located on or near Shaw Air Force Base.

BRANCHES Shaw AFB Branch 522 Exchange St Shaw AFB, SC 29152 ATMs Shaw AFB Branch 522 Exchange St Shaw AFB - Exchange 370 Rhodes Ave Third US Army 1 Gabreski Dr, Bldg 1947 Young’s Food Stores #37 2264 Peach Orchard Rd

487 Myers Street Shaw AFB 29152 803-666-3651 Dining: Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Lounge: Tues.-Fri. 3:30 p.m. to Close

MEMBERSHIP MEALS NOVEMBER DINNER Nov. 8 | 5 - 7 P.M. | FREE for Members & Spouses Enjoy a traditional holiday meal complete with all the trimmings. Nonmembers: $8.95 | Ages 6-13 years: $6.95 |

NOV HOLIDAY CLEARANCE

15 SALE

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Ages 0-5 years: Free

DECEMBER BREAKFAST Dec. 6 | 7 - 9 A.M. | FREE for Members & Spouses Stop in to the club for a hearty breakfast buffet with all your favorites! Nonmembers: $8.95 | Ages 6-13 years: $6.95 | Ages 0-5 years: Free

The balloon shop is clearing out inventory! Get assorted mugs, wine glasses, holiday gifts, baskets,

JANUARY DINNER

and more at discount prices! Stop by the Carolina Skies Club’s ballroom on November 15 to get these

Jan. 8 | 5 - 7 P.M. | FREE for Members & Spouses

great deals! All Club Members get 10% off of their purchase!

An elegant meal of Cornish game hens, roast pork, sweet potatoes, black eyed peas, and much more awaits you at the club!

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HANDBAG BINGO

How would you like to win a brand new designer hand bag? November 29 could be your lucky day!

Cards for Purse Bingo go on sale at 5 p.m. Entry fee includes cards for 10 games with 3 chances to win per game. Improve your chances with additional cards available during each game. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Advance packets are $35 (+$10 admission for non-members) $45 at the door (+$10 admission for non-members) Additional packs are $25

Nonmembers: $8.95 | Ages 6-13 years: $6.95 | Ages 0-5 years: Free

UFC FIGHT Doors open 8 p.m. | FREE /members $5 /nonmembers

UFC 217 - Nov. 4

BOSS & BUDDY NIGHTS WITH KARAOKE Thursdays | 4:30 p.m. | FREE Combine 55¢ wings, $3 select beer, and an open mic for Karaoke and you’ve got a good time!

FOOTBALL FRENZY EVERY SUNDAY 12 p.m. | FREE Join us as the NFL marches toward the Super Bowl! In addition to the games, The Club will have food specials, member contests and giveaways, including details on how to win tickets to the Super Bowl, The Club is the place to be on Sundays!

Every week it’s Super Corn Hole with jackpots building until someone takes the whole prize! All you have to do is land 3 shots!

DEC BREAKFAST

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9 a.m. | $7.95 for adults and $5.95 for children 12 and under Bring the little ones out to meet with Santa and share their wish list! The

AVAILABLE BOURBONS BOURBONS AVAILABLE

Club will be serving a breakfast buffet starting at 9 a.m. The buffet will include pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy! While waiting for Santa, make an ornament or a frame to memorialize the event! After breakfast Santa will arrive with a small gift for each child. Parents, please bring a small, wrapped gift with your child’s name on it for Santa to give to your child.

Nonmembers: $12.95 | Ages 12 and under: $8.95

ANGELS ENVY ENVY ANGELS

MAKER’S MARK MARK MAKER’S

BLANTON’S BLANTON’S

PARKER’S HERITAGE HERITAGE PARKER’S COLLECTION COLLECTION

BOOKERS BOOKERS BUFFALO TRACE TRACE BUFFALO

WELLER ANTIQUE ANTIQUE 107 107 WELLER

EAGLE RARE RARE EAGLE

WELLER SPECIAL SPECIAL WELLER RESERVE RESERVE

KNOB CREEK CREEK KNOB

WILLETT WILLETT

1 FamCamp Drive Shaw AFB 29152 803-895-0450 20th Force Support

Monday - Tuesday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Thursday - Saturday 8 a.m. -5 p.m.

NOV 4 SKYDIVING & DEC 2 TRIPS 7 a.m. departure | $50 Head to Walterboro, SC with ODR for the experience of a lifetime for only $50. Only active duty and an immediate dependent can register. Active duty personnel must have commander or first shirt approval before departure. Call 895-0450 for more details.

WINTER OUTDOOR RENTALS Discover the great deals & weekend rates available at Outdoor Rec! With a wide selection to choose from & new items coming every day, you never know what special package you may find!

Equipment Backpack Camping Cot Camping Pad Canteen Battery Operated Lantern Ice Chest Sleeping Bag 2-Burner Propane Camping Stove Cast Iron Cookware Camp Fire Cooker Camping Plates

Weekend Rate $3 $4.50 $1.50 $3 $7.50 $7.50 $9

RENT ME!

$4.50 $7.50 $15 $7.50

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HOLIDAY TRIPS WITH ITT

400 Shaw Dr. Shaw AFB 29152 803-895-4774 Monday - Friday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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HOLIDAY FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Dec. 2 | 2-10 p.m. | $15 per person

CHRISTMAS SHOW

Create lasting memories at the Holiday Festival of Lights, where millions of multicolored lights illuminate the sky. Enjoy family activities, shopping, food, entertainment, and so much more!

8 a.m.-7 p.m. | $20 per person (includes admission) Hop on board with us as we travel to the Annual Southern Christmas Show. With its joyful choirs, a chiming

CAROLINA OPRY CHRISTMAS SHOW

glockenspiel, Santa’s jolly ho-ho-ho, and shared

Dec. 16 | 12-6 p.m. | $43 per person

laughter with your family and friends, the Southern

Travel round trip with ITT to the coast for a late lunch/early dinner then

Christmas show is one of the best ways to get

to see The Carolina Opry. The Opry has been a Christmas tradition for

into the holiday spirit!

more than 25 years.

LOWCOUNTRY OYSTER FESTIVAL Jan. 28 | 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m. | $28 The Lowcountry Oyster Festival is the world’s largest oyster festival! Highlights include the legendary “oyster shucking” and “oyster eating” contests, live music, wines, a selection of domestic and imported beers, a children’s area complete with pony rides and jump castles, and a “food court” showcasing local restaurants. Only $28 per person and includes round-trip transportation and entry fee to the festival. Trip departs at 8 a.m. on January 28, 2018.

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Great Autumn Rock Hunt-6 a.m.-4 p.m. @ Wateree (pg. 23)

Heartlink- 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m @ A&FRC (pg. 22) Handbag Bingo-5 p.m. @ The Club (pg. 7)

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18- Turkey Shoot-10 a.m. @ Skeet & Trap (pg. 25) 25- Thanksgiving Meal-11 a.m.-3 p.m. @ DFAC (pg. 18)

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Turkey Trot- 7:30 a.m. @ Fitness Center (pg. 17)

Home Buying Seminar- 9 a.m.-12 p.m @ A&FRC (pg. 22)

Christmas Clearance Sale-9 a.m.-5 p.m. @ The Club (pg. 7)

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Spicy Guacamole Making Contest-11 a.m. @ The Club (pg. 7)

National Spicy Guacamole Day-11 a.m.-2 p.m. @ DFAC (pg. 18)

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7- Thrift Savings Plan- 11 a.m.-12 p.m @ A&FRC (pg. 22) 8- Membership Dinner-5-7 p.m. @ The Club (pg. 7) 11- Southern Christmas Show-8 a.m.-7 p.m. @ ITT (pg. 11) 11- Veterans Day Brunch-7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. @ DFAC (pg. 18) 13-17- Arts & Crafts Special-8 a.m.-5 p.m. @ Arts & Crafts

3- Give Parents a Break -6:30-10:30 p.m. @ CYP 4- UFC 217-8 p.m. @ The Club (pg. 7) 4- Skydiving-@ 7 a.m. @ Outdoor Rec (pg. 10) 6-10- Week for Veterans @ Bowling (pg. 19)

Night Golf Tournament-6 p.m. @ Carolina Lakes (pg. 4)

National Sandwich Day-11 a.m.-2 p.m. @ DFAC (pg. 18)

Blended Retirement System Q&A- 2-3 p.m @ A&FRC (pg. 22)

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Resume Writing/Interviewing Skills-8:30-11:30 a.m @ A&FRC (pg. 22)

National Cappucino Day @ Rickenbacker’s (pg. 3)

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1-17- I’m Thankful For... @ Bowling (pg. 19) 3- National Jersey Friday-11 a.m.-5 p.m. @ Bowling (pg. 19)

NOVEMBER EVENTS

Resume Building- 1-3 p.m @ A&FRC (pg. 22)

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Give Parents a Break -6:30-10:30 p.m. @ CYP

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Running on Wednesdays- 7:30 a.m. @ Fitness Center (pg. 17) National Cocoa Day @ Rickenbacker’s (pg. 3) Intramural Basketball LOI & Coaches Meeting @ Fitness Center (pg. 17) Ebenezer Scrooge Open-11 a.m. start @ Carolina Lakes (pg. 4) Breakfast with Santa-9 a.m. @ The Club (pg. 8) Carolina Opry Christmas Show-12-10 p.m. @ ITT (pg. 11) Ham Shoot-10 a.m. @ Skeet & Trap (pg. 25) Key Spouse Training- 8:45- a.m.-4:30 p.m @ A&FRC (pg. 22) National Candy Cane Day @ Bowling National Eggnog Day @ Bowling Christmas Meal-11 a.m.-3 p.m @ DFAC (pg. 18) New Year’s Eve Party-8 p.m-Midnight @ Bowling (pg. 19) New Year’s Eve Party-8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. @ Wateree (pg. 23)

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Arts & Crafts Special- 8 a.m.-5 p.m. @ Arts & Crafts

Membership Breakfast-7-9 a.m. @ The Club (pg. 7)

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Bundles for Babies- 9-11 a.m @ A&FRC (pg. 22)

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Breakfast with Santa @ Wateree (pg. 23)

National Cookie Day- 11 a.m.-2 p.m @ DFAC (pg. 18)

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Skydiving-7 a.m. @ Outdoor Rec (pg. 10)

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2- Holiday Festival of Lights 2-10 p.m. @ ITT (pg. 11)

National Pie Day-11 a.m.-1 p.m. @ DFAC (pg. 18)

Pro Shop Special @ Bowling (pg. 19)

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CAROLINA LAKES GOLF COURSE | 895-1399

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EMERSON E. WILLIAMS DINING FACILITY | 895-9791

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OUTDOOR REC/FALCONS NEST FAMCAMP | 895-0450

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INFORMATION LEARNING CENTER | 895-4518

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INFORMATION, TICKETS, AND TRAVEL | 895-4774

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LODGING | 895-3803

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MILITARY PERSONNEL CUSTOMER SERVICE | 895-1598

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MILITARY PERSONNEL ONE STOP | 895-1597

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NAF HUMAN RESOURCES | 895-1574

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RETIREE ACTIVITIES OFFICE | 895-1098

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RICKENBACKER'S | 895-2701

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24 Med Group

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TURKEY TROT 5K & COSTUME CONTEST Nov. 17 | 7:30 a.m.

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS

Gobble gobble! It’s the annual Turkey Trot! Show up at the Fitness Annex

Monday-Friday | 12 p.m.

on November 17 to run for the top spot! Dress up in a creative and fun way

Basic, intro & fundamental classes offered. Kick it into high

and you could win the best costume award! The fastest male and female

gear every day at the main Fitness

runners will win prizes.

Center!

I LIFTED AN F-16 Oct. 1 - Dec. 29 Show off your lifting prowess and compete to lift the entire 37,500 lbs that makes up an F-16 and you will earn a free t-shirt! Record your weight lifted at the front desk of the Fitness Center or the Fitness Annex.

RUNNING ON WEDNESDAY Dec. 13 | 7:30 a.m.

The time clocks and water station will be set up at the Fitness Annex trails for you to utilize.

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pounds?

Earn points for body fat classes.

Shaw AFB Force Support

417 Polifika Dr. Shaw AFB 29152 803-895-9791

FOODIE DAYS NATIONAL SANDWICH DAY Nov. 3 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

*Hours of Operation varies scan the QR for the latest.

National Sandwich Day celebrates the sandwich in all its glorious forms - try some of our favorites!

NATIONAL SPICY GUACAMOLE DAY

HOLIDAY MEALS

Nov. 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Holiday meals are open to ALL active duty, retirees and their family members. Please contact the DFAC if you have

Get the chips ready to dip! This National Spicy Guacomole

any questions.

Day try some of our various recipes!

NATIONAL PIE DAY

VETERANS DAY BRUNCH

Dec. 1 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Nov. 11 | 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

This Pie Day, celebrate with the DFAC. Come in and try one

THANKSGIVING MEAL

of the plethora of different pies we will have available!

Nov. 23 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

NATIONAL COOKIE DAY

CHRISTMAS MEAL

Dec. 4 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Stop in and taste one of our delicious cookie offerings!

Dec. 25 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

LAST FRI OF MONTH

BREAKFAST FOR DINNER

Last Friday of the month | 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Authorized patrons can stop in the DFAC for breakfast at dinner! From 4:30-7:30 p.m. on the last Friday of each month, the DFAC will have all the breakfast favorites out for your pleasure! Stop in and enjoy!

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Come in on your birthday during open bowling and receive a FREE game of bowling!

(You must provide I.D. with DOB)

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416 Recreation Street Shaw AFB 29152 803-895-2732 *Hours of Operation vary scan the QR for the latest.

DEC NEW YEAR’S

31 EVE PARTY

You could win FREE Thunder Alley tickets just buy

8 p.m.-Midnight | $30 single / $55 couple

telling us what you are thankful for. A drawing of all

Come out and have a safe family friendly New Year’s

entries will be held on November 30 to receive 2 tickets.

Eve with us. Admission includes bowling, party favors,

Thunder Alley is held every Friday evening from 9 - 11

champagne or sparking cider, and breakfast! Reserve

p.m. and every Saturday from 10 p.m. to midnight.

your space quickly as space is limited.

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WEEK FOR VETERANS

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PRO SHOP SPECIAL

Veterans, come out and bowl during open bowl hours

Buy any performance ball, receive free inserts and

and pay only a dollar a game between November 6

thumb slug or buy any plastic ball and receive a

and 10. Let the staff know when you get your lane that

free bag at the Shaw Lanes Pro Shop. Get

you’re a vet and they’ll apply your discount!

the bowler in your life the perfect gift!

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The Air Force Reserve offers great part-time opportunities to serve close to where you live while you begin a civilian career or further your education.

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Airman & Family Readiness Center

Upcoming Events 803-895-1253

524 Stuart Avenue Shaw AFB 29152

Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

RESUME WRITING/ INTERVIEWING SKILLS

THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN 101

RESUME BUILDING

Nov 7 & Dec 5 | 11 a.m. to noon | FREE

Dec 1 | 1-3 p.m. | FREE

November 3 | 8:30-11:30 a.m. | FREE

The Thrift Savings Plan is a defined contribution

Transform your resume (or create a new one) into

Education on industry resume writing and

plan for your retirement where funds are put into

a powerful tool that will generate interviews. This

formats. Tips on interviewing techniques for

your account during your working years and the

workshop will lead you through a self-assessment

successful interview.

earnings accumulated over that time. This class

series to better market yourself. Learn how to

BLENDED RETIREMENT SYSTEM Q&A

stresses the importance of retirement savings,

incorporate the language from a job posting

investment planning and general information

into a keyword-rich summary. Participants must

regarding benefits, rollovers, contributions, and

bring a current resume and 2 job postings.

Nov 3, Dec 1 & 8 | 2-3 p.m. | FREE The Blended Retirement System (BRS) is a modern retirement system that ensures the majority of all uniformed members receive portable retirement benefits. It is designed for those would like to serve but do not plan to retire in the military. To learn more, join our information session.

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HOME BUYING SEMINAR

BUNDLES FOR BABIES

Nov 16 | 9 a.m. to noon | FREE

Dec. 6 | 9-11 a.m. | FREE

Buying or selling a home isn’t easy. We can help

Open to all parents, regardless of branch, rank, or

with some tips and ideas on subjects like how to

number of children, this seminar will help you to

choose a realtor, agency agreements, contract

prepare for the new child in your life. Learn about

language, negotiation strategies, and inspections.

carseat safety, budgeting, foods, and more! Air Force personnel will also receive a $50 exchange gift card!

HEARTLINK

KEY SPOUSE TRAINING

Nov 27 | 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. | FREE

Dec. 19 | 8:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | FREE

Heartlink introduces military spouses to the Air

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Force way of life in a light-hearted fun setting with

Commander

gifts, prizes, free lunch, and childcare assistance.

training provides valuable information on how to

Meet other Air Force spouses and make new

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friends while meeting various on-base agencies.

Call to Reserve Your Seat!

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2030 Baron Dekalb Road Camden, SC 29020 803-432-7976 Monday-Sunday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

GREAT AUTUMN ROCK HUNT

KARAOKE NIGHTS

Nov. 18 & 19 | 8 a.m.-4 p.m. | FREE

Jan. 12 - 13 | 7:30 - 11 p.m.

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Check in at the office for a map & instructions to find all

Show us your talent or just have fun at the Karaoke Nights at Wateree!

30 hidden rocks.

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Get a head start if you are staying at Wateree that

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Choose from our extensive library of songs and step up to the mic

weekend!

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First place: 2 night cabin rental

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Second place: Boat rental for 4 hours

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Third place: Get 25% off your next cabin rental

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All ages and skills are welcome!

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Dec. 8-10 | •

You better watch out, you better not cry, Santa Claus is coming to Wateree Recreation Area!

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Sign up for the Breakfast with Santa Weekend by calling 1-877-928-8373 fast because space is limited!

DEC THU FEB

NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY Dec. 31 | 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

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Entertainment provided by Julius Caesar & the Queen Bee

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WINTER SPECIAL RATES

During this season, each month offers a different squadron/agency a 25% discount on all cabin

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Heavy hors d’horves & breakfast will be served

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Party favors and midnight champagne toast is included

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December: 20th Fighter Wing Staff agencies & 20th Ops Group

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$37.50/couple, $22.50/adult, $17.50/12-17 years old,

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January: 20th MSG 20th MxG, & 20th Med Group

$12.50/6-11 years old, $5/children 5 & under

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February: 9th Air Force/AFCENT & 3rd Army/ARCENT

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Party costs does NOT include cost of cabin or RV site

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Active duty can reserve their stay up to 90 days before, others can reserve their spot up to 60

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Minimum 3 night stay

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400 Shaw Dr. Shaw AFB 29152 803-895-4518

Monday - Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Tuesdays | 11 a.m.

STORY TIME

SHAW PHILOSOPHY SOCIETY

WINTER READING PROGRAM

This story time is designed for toddlers and

2nd Tuesday of the Month | 4:30-6:30 p.m.

December 1-29 | Finale January 5 @ 4 pm

preschoolers, but everyone is welcome. Come and

Do you often seek deeper meanings? Answers to

Keep your young readers’ skills sharp over the

read stories with us, sing songs, and make crafts.

complex questions? The truth of all things? We

holiday break with the McElveen Library’s Winter

can’t promise any answers, but we can certainly

Reading program. Children will be placed into

explore with you at Shaw Philosophy Society (SPS)!

one of three groups based on age and can receive

YARN CLUB Tuesdays | 1 p.m.

come and join us at the McElveen Library to learn

MCELVEEN LIBRARY FRIDAY FUN

new techniques, get new ideas, or just to socialize!

Every second & fourth Friday | 5 p.m.

Whether you are new to knitting or an old pro,

prizes for meeting goals throughout the program!

Join friends at the McElveen Library for Friday Fun

TECH TALK TUESDAYS WITH JUAN Tuesdays | 11 a.m.

Enhance your tech savvy with Juan every Tuesday.

parties! Themes range from superheroes to science experiments. Plus we always have fun crafts, tons of activities, and games too.

hardware, software, and latest tech gadgets will

MCELVEEN LIBRARY HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM

have you maximizing the potential of all your

Every Friday | 10 a.m.

This adults only journey into the world of computer

devices!

This program is for children grades 1-5. We cover a variety of topics including science, reading comprehension, social studies and math.

CHESS CLUB

HOMEWORK HELP

Thursdays | 5 p.m.

Every Saturday | 11 a.m.

Come play a friendly game of chess or learn with

FREE homework help is available at the McElveen

volunteers at the Information learning Center.

Library for those students in 1st and 3rd grade.

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375 Condor Country Rd Shaw AFB 29152 803-895-0331 *Hours of Operation varies scan the QR for the latest.

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10 A.M. START | $5 ENTRY FEE Set your sights on a Thanksgiving turkey! We’re giving the winner of the annual Turkey Shoot a full sized bird this November 18. This tournament will start at the range at 10 a.m. Participants may use their own shotgun or rent one from Skeet & Trap. The range will also have ammo for sale during the event. Scoring rules will be posted the morning of the event. Please call 895-0331 to register by November 17.

UPCOMING BOGO DATES Buy one round and get one FREE on the following dates!

November 2, 4, 14, 26 December 6, 20

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10 A.M. START | $5 ENTRY FEE Skeet and Trap is giving the winner of the annual Ham Shoot a Holiday Ham on December 16. Participants may use their own shotgun or rent one from Skeet & Trap. The range will also have ammo for sale during the event. Scoring rules will be posted the morning of the event. Please call 895-0331 to register by December 15.

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